OST Purpose and Usage 3

Question 1

Which word best completes this sentence to maintain a formal tone? 'The committee _____ several new policies to improve student safety.'

Accepted Answer

established

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put together

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threw out

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cooked up

Question 2

A poem about a grandparent uses vivid sensory details and personal memories to express love. What is the author's primary purpose?

Accepted Answer

To describe the author's personal emotions and experiences

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To argue that family relationships are important

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To teach readers how to care for elderly relatives

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To inform readers about grandparenting practices

Question 3

Which sentence contains a misplaced modifier?

Accepted Answer

Marcus nearly drove his car into the ditch on the highway.

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Running quickly, Maria finished the race first.

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The teacher explained the assignment clearly.

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Barking loudly, the dog scared the mail carrier.

Question 4

An editorial calls for the city council to repair local roads and includes statistics about accident rates. The primary purpose of this editorial is to —

Accepted Answer

persuade the city council to take action

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entertain readers with road-trip stories

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inform readers about how roads are built

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describe the history of the city's transportation system

Question 5

Which sentence uses the correct form of the word in parentheses? (affect/effect)

Accepted Answer

Cold weather can affect crop production significantly.

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The storm will effect the morning commute.

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The new law had a major affect on small businesses.

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Scientists studied the affects of pollution on birds.

Question 6

A travel brochure uses vivid descriptions and exciting language to promote visiting a national park. What technique is the author using to achieve their purpose?

Accepted Answer

Emotionally appealing language to attract visitors

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Neutral, factual reporting to avoid bias

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Technical vocabulary to explain park ecosystems

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First-person narration to share a personal experience

Question 7

Which sentence correctly uses a semicolon?

Accepted Answer

The meeting was long; however, it was productive.

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I wanted to go to the game; but it rained.

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She loves reading; especially mystery novels.

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He studied all night; and he passed the exam.