Eng 10A Unit 3 Informational Test Review

Which sentence best shows that a company felt pressure to change after a public report?

• Better living and sanitary conditions were introduced.

• Many employees were given promotions.

• More employees took time off for vacations.

• There were no changes made after the report.

Answer explanation

The sentence "Better living and sanitary conditions were introduced" indicates a response to external pressure, suggesting the company made changes after the public report, unlike the other options which imply no significant action.

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Which statement is NOT a valid conclusion about how society treated people with mental illness in the past?

• Mental illness was seen as a danger to society.

• People thought those with mental illness could not make decisions.

• Only trained doctors could declare someone mentally insane.

• Society thought mental illness didn't require treatment.

Answer explanation

The statement 'Only trained doctors could declare someone mentally insane' is not valid because, historically, societal views allowed various individuals to label mental illness, not just trained professionals.

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How does adding the suffix '-ous' change the word 'infect' in the sentence 'The leader's infectious laugh'?

• It turns the verb into an adjective.

• It turns the verb into a noun.

• It turns the adjective into a noun.

• It turns the noun into an adverb.

Answer explanation

Adding the suffix '-ous' to 'infect' forms 'infectious', which is an adjective describing something that can spread infection, thus turning the verb into an adjective.

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What kind of context clue helps define the word 'eradicate' in the sentence: 'The plan to eradicate invasive species was effective'?

• A word with the same meaning.

• An explanation of the word's meaning.

• A word with the opposite meaning.

Answer explanation

The context clue in the sentence provides an explanation of 'eradicate' by implying that the plan was effective in removing invasive species, which clarifies the meaning of the word.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4A

How does the word's origin (Latin 'acerbus,' meaning harsh or bitter) connect to the meaning of 'acerbic' as sharply critical or sarcastic?

• The origin describes a harsh flavor, and the current meaning describes a harsh manner.

• The origin describes a pleasant manner, and the current meaning describes sarcasm.

• The origin refers to tone of voice, and the current meaning describes a type of criticism.

• The origin refers to sweetness, and the current meaning describes bitterness.

Answer explanation

The origin 'acerbus' means harsh or bitter, which relates to the current meaning of 'acerbic' as sharply critical or sarcastic. Both terms convey a sense of severity, with the origin describing a harsh flavor and the meaning reflecting a harsh manner.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Which definition of 'dissolve' fits best in the sentence: 'The board voted to dissolve the committee'?

• To absorb a solid by a liquid.

• To end an organization or arrangement.

• To fade or disappear.

• To fall into a behavior uncontrollably.

Answer explanation

In the context of the sentence, 'dissolve' means to end an organization or arrangement, which is the correct choice. The other definitions do not fit the context of a committee being disbanded.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4A

What does the word 'earth-shattering' most likely mean in this sentence: 'The discovery was earth-shattering for scientists'?

• Literally breaking the earth.

• Extremely significant and surprising.

• Causing an earthquake.

• Disappointing or unimportant.

Answer explanation

In this context, 'earth-shattering' refers to a discovery that is extremely significant and surprising, indicating its profound impact on the scientific community, rather than a literal or negative interpretation.

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What is the best way to find clues to the central idea of a passage?

• Check the title and headings.

• Look for the date of publication.

Answer explanation

Checking the title and headings helps identify the main topics and themes of a passage, providing essential clues to its central idea. The date of publication does not contribute to understanding the content.

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How does adding '-ous' to the word 'danger' change its part of speech?

• It changes the noun into an adjective.

• It changes the adjective into a verb.

• It changes the verb into a noun.

• It changes the adjective into a noun.

Answer explanation

Adding '-ous' to 'danger' transforms the noun 'danger' into the adjective 'dangerous', indicating a quality related to danger. Thus, it changes the part of speech from a noun to an adjective.

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Which sentence contains figurative language?

• The teacher gave clear instructions.

• Her smile was as bright as the sun.

• The meeting started at 10 a.m.

• The window was left open.

Answer explanation

The sentence 'Her smile was as bright as the sun.' uses a simile, comparing her smile to the sun, which is figurative language. The other sentences are literal and do not contain figurative expressions.

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