SAT Skills Review

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What is the purpose of a transition in writing?

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A transition connects ideas and helps the reader follow the flow of the text.

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What does it mean to clarify a term in writing?

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To clarify a term means to provide additional information or explanation to make the term more understandable.

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Why is it important to avoid irrelevant information in a paragraph?

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Irrelevant information can distract the reader and blur the focus of the main idea.

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What is the role of a quotation in writing?

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A quotation can provide evidence, support an argument, or illustrate a point made by the writer.

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What does it mean to revise a sentence?

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To revise a sentence means to change its structure or wording to improve clarity, coherence, or effectiveness.

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What is the significance of the saxophone and trumpet in music arrangements?

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These instruments often play distinct roles in jazz arrangements, with the saxophone typically carrying the melody and the trumpet providing harmony or counter-melody.

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What is the effect of adding a sentence that sets up a quotation?

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It prepares the reader for the quotation, enhancing understanding and context.

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What is a conservative dance orchestra?

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A conservative dance orchestra typically plays traditional or established styles of music, often avoiding experimental or avant-garde elements.

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How can a writer ensure coherence in a paragraph?

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By using transitions, maintaining a clear focus, and ensuring that all sentences relate to the main idea.

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What is improvisation in music?

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Improvisation is the act of creating music spontaneously, often based on a set of chords or a melody.