CFA Post Test

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence is a sentence that contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'She stayed home because she was sick.'

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What does it mean to 'select TWO details' in a question?

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It means to find multiple pieces of evidence that support your answer.

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What is the difference between a prediction and an inference?

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A prediction guesses about the future, while an inference concludes about the present or past.

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What does the phrase 'nothing was safe, nothing was sacred' imply?

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It suggests that butterflies were everywhere and landed on all kinds of objects without distinction.

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What should you do first when asked to choose TWO correct answers?

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Eliminate obvious wrong answers, then test each remaining option against the passage.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence, containing a subject and a verb.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence and depends on an independent clause.

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What is the purpose of evidence in a text?

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Evidence supports claims or arguments made in the text, helping to validate the author's points.

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What is the role of context in understanding a passage?

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Context provides background information and circumstances that help clarify the meaning of the text.

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What is the significance of tone in writing?

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Tone conveys the author's attitude toward the subject and influences how the reader interprets the text.