TASC Writing 2

Question 1

Which sentence uses a semicolon correctly?

Accepted Answer

I love writing; it relaxes me.

Answer

A semicolon joins two independent clauses without a conjunction.

Question 2

Choose the correct word: 'Their going to bring ____ books.'

Accepted Answer

They're going to bring their books.

Answer

'They're' means 'they are' and 'their' shows possession.

Question 3

Which revision best fixes the run-on: 'The bus was late we missed class'?

Accepted Answer

The bus was late; we missed class.

Answer

A semicolon correctly separates two independent clauses.

Question 4

What is the purpose of a topic sentence?

Accepted Answer

To state the paragraph's main idea

Answer

A topic sentence introduces the paragraph's central point.

Question 5

Which sentence is in the passive voice?

Accepted Answer

The ball was chased by the dog.

Answer

Passive voice places the receiver of the action as the subject.

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