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SAT ELA Boot Camp 2017!!
SAT ELA Boot Camp 2017!!
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This quiz tests students on reading comprehension and argumentation writing knowledge.
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1
When writers use irony, they say the __________ of what they mean.
simile
opposite
same
tone
2
When a writer is trying to explain or inform, it is likely that the point of view will be ____.
obvious
biased
objective
colorful
3
The correct answer on a SAT Reading Comp question, is the one that is open for interpretation.
True
False
4
All of the following are different kinds of supporting details that writers use except for ___.
descriptions
statistics
main ideas
examples
5
Complete the following sentence with the correct verb. Most of the news ___ good.
is
are
6
What is the meaning of
rapacity?
anger
aggressive greed
desperation
loneliness
7
If a word or phrase is repeated in a paragraph, it is often the ______.
text
total
topic
title
8
In the Writing and Language section, standard English convention refers to all of these EXCEPT.
rhyme
grammar
mood
verb tense
9
What is "parallel structure"?
using different tenses of words
using words to create a phrase
using the same pattern of words
10
Which of the following are signal words for contrast?
finally, since, until
although, even so, however
likewise, both, also
result, reason, outcome
11
Critical reading involves
examining sources.
analyzing methods.
examining evidence.
all of the above.
12
Which of the following would most likely follow a contrast pattern?
an essay on the effects of global warming
email to a friend describing the layout of your new house
article discussing the differences between cell phone plans
a recipe for making macaroni and cheese
13
How do you spell your favorite ELA instructor's name?
Mrs. Irony
Mrs. Bowman
Mrs. Irani
Mrs. Ironic
14
The thesis statement is commonly the first sentence in the introductory paragraph.
True
False
15
How long is the Reading Comprehension portion of the SAT?
65 minutes
50 minutes
80 minutes
35 minutes
16
The tornado barreling towards us will
_____
our picnic plans.
effect
affect
17
Complete the following sentence with the correct verb. Neither Bob nor George_____ leaving.
are
is
18
Which reading strategy is NOT recommended?
Skim the passage
Read the questions first
Read the whole passage
Read using the outline style
19
It is crucial to choose the answers on the Reading test that you can prove is in the passage.
True
False
20
How long is the SAT Reading Comp. test?
55 minutes
60 minutes
35 minutes
65 minutes
21
On the Writing and Language section, it is your job to improve these major components EXCEPT...
use of language
organization
development
interpretation
22
To draw inferences, a reader must be able to
understand a writer's purpose and tone.
connect with prior knowledge.
recognize slanted language.
all of the above.
23
I can't wait to go to ____ party!
their
there
they're
thier
24
Which of the following are signal words for the cause and effect pattern?
although, opposite, however
near, beyond, within
consequences, factors, outcome
after, during, while
25
His
credulous
behavior made me question his character.
manic outburst
gullible; ready to believe anything
untruthful
hot temper
26
A/an _____________ argument moves from general conclusions to details.
inclusive
deductive
complicated
inductive
27
It is better to do the general questions BEFORE the specific questions on the SAT Reading test.
True
False
28
The correct answers on the SAT Reading test usually display what kind of language.
moderate
decisive
conclusive
extreme
29
The Writing and Language SAT exam is broken down into 3 categories.
True
False
30
Your wrong answers will be penalized on the SAT.
True
False
