ELA Writing and Language Arts Flashcards

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

Answer: The team played well in the championship game.

'Good' is an adjective; 'well' is the adverb form needed to modify the verb 'played.' The correct sentence uses 'well.'

Which sentence uses correct subject-verb agreement?

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

In sentence D, 'the book' is the true subject (the phrase 'along with its sequels' is a prepositional phrase), so the singular verb 'is' is correct.

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

Answer: Statistics showing the percentage of ocean pollution caused by plastic

Statistical evidence provides objective, quantifiable support for arguments and is more persuasive than personal anecdotes or descriptions.

Which sentence contains a misplaced modifier?

Answer: I saw a dog walking to school this morning.

In sentence C, 'walking to school this morning' appears to modify 'dog' rather than 'I,' creating an unintentional humorous meaning. The modifier is misplaced.

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

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

An effective thesis statement is specific, makes a clear argument, and previews the essay's main points. Answer C does all three.

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

Answer: However

'However' is a transitional word used to introduce a contrasting or opposing idea.