EmSAT English Language 2

Question 1

Which sentence uses the passive voice correctly?

Accepted Answer

The cake was baked by my grandmother.

Answer

The passive voice follows the pattern: subject + form of 'be' + past participle (+ by agent). 'The cake was baked by my grandmother' correctly applies this structure.

Question 2

What is the function of a subordinate (dependent) clause?

Accepted Answer

It provides additional information but cannot stand alone as a complete sentence

Answer

A subordinate clause contains a subject and verb but begins with a subordinating conjunction (because, although, when) and cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.

Question 3

Which word is an example of a homophone for 'their'?

Accepted Answer

There

Answer

'There' sounds the same as 'their' but has different spelling and meaning (location vs. possession). Homophones are words that sound alike but differ in meaning and spelling.

Question 4

In reading comprehension, what does 'making an inference' mean?

Accepted Answer

Drawing a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning from the text

Answer

Making an inference involves combining textual evidence with prior knowledge and reasoning to draw conclusions that are not explicitly stated in the text.

Question 5

Which sentence demonstrates correct use of the semicolon?

Accepted Answer

She studied hard; she passed the exam.

Answer

A semicolon correctly joins two independent clauses that are closely related: 'She studied hard' and 'she passed the exam' are both complete sentences with a logical connection.

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EmSAT English Language 2