ELA Writing and Vocabulary Flashcards
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Which word is the best synonym for 'reluctant'?
Answer: Unwilling
'Reluctant' means hesitant or unwilling to do something.
Identify the sentence with a misplaced modifier.
Answer: Running down the street, the backpack fell off the boy.
The backpack cannot run, so the modifier is misplaced in the first sentence.
What does the suffix '-less' mean in the word 'fearless'?
Answer: Without
The suffix '-less' means 'without,' so 'fearless' means without fear.
Which revision combines the sentences most effectively? 'The book was long. The book was interesting.'
Answer: The book was long but interesting.
Combining with 'but' removes repetition and shows the relationship concisely.
Which sentence uses an apostrophe correctly to show possession?
Answer: The students' essays were graded.
For a plural noun ending in 's,' the apostrophe goes after the 's' to show possession.
Based on context, what does 'meticulous' mean in 'She kept meticulous notes'?
Answer: Very careful and detailed
'Meticulous' means showing great attention to detail.
Which sentence maintains consistent verb tense?
Answer: She walked to the store and bought milk.
Both verbs are in the past tense, keeping the sentence consistent.