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