EmSAT English Flashcards

Which sentence uses the correct form of the verb?

Answer: She doesn't like coffee.

With third-person singular subjects, we use 'doesn't' followed by the base form of the verb. 'She doesn't like coffee' is grammatically correct.

Choose the word closest in meaning to 'eloquent'.

Answer: Articulate

'Eloquent' means fluent and persuasive in speech or writing. 'Articulate' is the closest synonym, meaning able to express ideas clearly.

Read the passage: 'The ancient city was a hub of trade and culture.' What does 'hub' mean here?

Answer: Center

'Hub' refers to the central or most important part of something. In context, the city was the center of trade and culture.

Which punctuation correctly completes: 'I have three pets___ a dog, a cat, and a rabbit.'

Answer: Colon

A colon is used before a list when preceded by a complete independent clause. 'I have three pets: a dog, a cat, and a rabbit' is correct.

Identify the subordinate clause in: 'Although it was raining, we went outside.'

Answer: Although it was raining

'Although it was raining' is the subordinate clause — it begins with a subordinating conjunction and cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.

Which transition word best shows contrast?

Answer: However

'However' signals a contrast or opposing idea between two statements. Words like 'furthermore' and 'similarly' show addition or comparison, not contrast.