MAP English Language Arts 5

Question 1

Which word has a negative connotation?

Accepted Answer

Stingy

Answer

"Stingy" suggests unwillingness to share, carrying a negative feeling.

Question 2

Which sentence is written in the active voice?

Accepted Answer

Marcus threw the ball across the field.

Answer

In active voice the subject (Marcus) performs the action.

Question 3

A character's internal conflict is BEST described as:

Accepted Answer

A struggle within the character's own mind

Answer

Internal conflict happens inside a character, such as a hard decision.

Question 4

Which sentence correctly uses commas in a series?

Accepted Answer

We bought apples, oranges, and bananas.

Answer

Commas separate each item in a list, including before 'and' (serial comma).

Question 5

What is the BEST way to paraphrase a source in a research paper?

Accepted Answer

Restate the idea in your own words and cite the source

Answer

Paraphrasing uses your own words and still requires citing the original source.

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