EmSAT English Language

Question 1

In EmSAT English, which sentence uses the correct form of the comparative adjective?

Accepted Answer

She is taller than her sister.

Answer

For one-syllable adjectives like 'tall,' the comparative form is 'taller,' not 'more taller' (which is a double comparative error).

Question 2

Which word best completes the sentence: 'The student _____ the exam despite minimal preparation.'

Accepted Answer

passed

Answer

'Passed' is the past tense of the verb 'pass,' meaning to succeed in an exam. 'Past' is a preposition/noun/adjective, not a verb.

Question 3

What is the main purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

Accepted Answer

To present the central argument or claim of the essay

Answer

A thesis statement presents the central argument or main claim that the essay will support, typically appearing at the end of the introduction paragraph.

Question 4

Which sentence contains a grammatical error?

Accepted Answer

The committee have decided to postpone the meeting.

Answer

In standard English, 'committee' as a collective noun takes a singular verb: 'The committee has decided.' British English may accept the plural form, but EmSAT follows standard conventions.

Question 5

What type of context clue is used in: 'The arid desert, dry and barren, stretched for miles.'?

Accepted Answer

Synonym clue

Answer

'Dry and barren' are synonyms that explain the meaning of 'arid,' providing synonym context clues to help readers understand the unfamiliar word.

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EmSAT English Language