ELA GMAS Remediation - Post Assessment - Language Concepts

Which word is NOT spelled correctly?

• stationery

• • machinery

• • exemplary

• • disciplinery

Answer explanation

The word 'disciplinery' is not spelled correctly. The correct spelling is 'disciplinary', which refers to something related to discipline. The other words, 'stationery' and 'exemplary', are spelled correctly.

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CCSS.L.2.1B

CCSS.L.3.1B

What is the function of the underlined word in the sentence?

Mara accidentally dropped the box of books she was donating and yelled Ouch! when it landed on her foot.

• Adverb

• Adjective

• Interjection

• Conjunction

Answer explanation

The underlined word 'Ouch!' is an interjection, which expresses a sudden feeling or reaction, often related to pain. In this sentence, it conveys Mara's immediate response to dropping the box on her foot.

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CCSS.L.5.1A

Which of the following sentences uses correct grammar?

• I decided I used my birthday money to buy a new basketball.

• Tomas suggested that Leela volunteer at the animal shelter.

• Kwali recommended that her mom goes to the new park.

• I wish today was Saturday, because then I could sleep in.

Answer explanation

The correct sentence is 'Tomas suggested that Leela volunteer at the animal shelter.' It uses the subjunctive mood correctly, while the other sentences contain grammatical errors.

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CCSS.L.3.2C

CCSS.L.4.2B

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.8.1C

Our town hosted an art fair for the first time this summer. My sister and I enjoyed wandering in and out of artists' booths. The paintings created by one artist were beautiful. They reminded us of our family vacations near the ocean.

Which of these is the BEST way to revise the underlined sentence so that the paragraph is written in the ACTIVE voice?

• The paintings were created by one artist, and they were beautiful.

• Paintings were created that were beautiful to the artist.

• Beautiful paintings were created by one artist.

• One artist created beautiful paintings.

Answer explanation

The best revision is 'One artist created beautiful paintings.' This change uses active voice, clearly stating the subject (the artist) performing the action (creating), making the sentence more direct and engaging.

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CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.8.1B

CCSS.L.8.1D

CCSS.L.8.3A

Which sentence uses correct grammar?

• Vinay suggested that Rob goes to see a doctor for his cough.

• Marta recommended that Paula tries new food on her trip.

• I would be at the swimming pool right now if it was summer.

• It is necessary that my brother eat his vegetables at dinner.

Answer explanation

The correct sentence is 'It is necessary that my brother eat his vegetables at dinner.' This uses the subjunctive mood correctly, indicating a necessity, while the other options misuse verb forms.

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CCSS.L.3.1F

Which sentence has an error in grammar?

• Tomas decided that Hector would take the truck Instead of his car.

• I suggested that Neil discover a different route to get to my house.

• It was better that I try another approach to fixing the camera.

• I would be traveling home from school at this hour if it were winter.

Answer explanation

The sentence 'It was better that I try another approach to fixing the camera.' contains a grammatical error. It should use 'I should try' instead of 'I try' to express the correct subjunctive mood.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

The audience cheered wildly after the politishan told them everything she was going to do for their state.

Which of the following corrects the misspelled word in the sentence?

• politlshian

• pollitishlan

• pollticien

• politician

Answer explanation

The correct spelling of the word is 'politician', which refers to a person involved in politics. The other options contain incorrect letter arrangements or combinations.

Our next door neighbors decided to build an addition on the back of their house. The construction crew arrived three days ago. Already, the wood framing for the neighbors' new family room has been built by the crew. They sure have worked fast!

Which of these is the BEST way to revise the underlined sentence so that the paragraph is consistently written in the active voice?

• Already, the wood framing for the neighbors' new family room was built by the crew.

• Already, the wood framing was built for the neighbors' new family room by the crew.

• Already, the crew has built the wood framing for the neighbors' new family room.

• Already, for our neighbors' new family room, the wood framing was built by the crew.

Answer explanation

The correct choice, 'Already, the crew has built the wood framing for the neighbors' new family room,' uses active voice by placing the subject 'the crew' before the action, making the sentence clearer and more direct.

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CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.8.1B

CCSS.L.8.1D

CCSS.L.8.3A

My goal is to finish this research paper one week before it is due.

What is the function of the underlined words in the sentence?

• noun

• adjective

• adverb

• verb

Answer explanation

The underlined phrase 'to finish' functions as a noun in the sentence, specifically as the object of the verb 'is.' It represents the goal of the subject, making 'noun' the correct choice.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

Which sentence has an error in grammar usage?

• Anuska recelved gultar lessons because she was always trying to play her father's guitar.

• Anuska got a guitar for her ninth birthday, and her twin sister Dira got a drumset.

• Anuska plays guitar with her father, but sometimes the drums are played by Dira with her father.

• When Anuska met Tonya, who played bass, she decided to form a band.

Answer explanation

The sentence "Anuska plays guitar with her father, but sometimes the drums are played by Dira with her father." contains a grammatical error in the passive voice construction, making it awkward. It should be rephrased for clarity.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D