AzM2 ELA Writing and Language Arts

Question 1

A student writes: 'The team played good in the championship game.' Which revision BEST corrects this sentence?

Accepted Answer

The team played well in the championship game.

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The team played goodly in the championship game.

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The team played the goodest in the championship game.

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The team played more good in the championship game.

Question 2

Which sentence uses correct subject-verb agreement?

Accepted Answer

The book, along with its sequels, is on the shelf.

Answer

The group of students are working on their project.

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Neither the teacher nor the students was ready for the test.

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Each of the players have a jersey.

Question 3

A student wants to write a persuasive essay about reducing plastic waste. Which type of evidence would BEST support this argument?

Accepted Answer

Statistics showing the percentage of ocean pollution caused by plastic

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A personal story about forgetting to bring a reusable bag

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An anecdote about a friend who recycles

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A description of what plastic looks like

Question 4

Which sentence contains a misplaced modifier?

Accepted Answer

I saw a dog walking to school this morning.

Answer

Running quickly, the dog caught the ball.

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The teacher explained the lesson clearly.

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She finished her homework before dinner.

Question 5

Which of the following is the BEST thesis statement for an essay about the importance of reading?

Accepted Answer

Reading books regularly improves vocabulary, critical thinking, and empathy.

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Reading is something many people do every day.

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In this essay, I will talk about reading.

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Reading can sometimes be boring, but it is also useful.

Question 6

A student wants to add a transition to show contrast between two ideas. Which word or phrase would be MOST appropriate?

Accepted Answer

However

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Furthermore

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In addition

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As a result