ABLE Core Knowledge 2

Question 1

Which sentence uses the correct form of 'lie' versus 'lay'?

Accepted Answer

She laid the book on the table yesterday.

Answer

'Lay' is the transitive verb requiring a direct object; its past tense is 'laid,' making 'she laid the book' correct.

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?

Accepted Answer

To introduce the main idea of the paragraph

Answer

A topic sentence states the controlling idea of a paragraph, telling the reader what that paragraph will be about.

Question 3

Which word is an example of a conjunction?

Accepted Answer

Although

Answer

'Although' is a subordinating conjunction used to introduce a dependent clause showing contrast.

Question 4

In the sentence 'The committee has reached its decision,' what is the subject?

Accepted Answer

Committee

Answer

'Committee' is the subject because it is the noun performing the action of reaching a decision.

Question 5

Which reading strategy involves previewing headings and visuals before reading the full text?

Accepted Answer

Surveying

Answer

Surveying, or skimming, involves scanning titles, headings, and graphics before reading to build a mental framework.

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