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