ACT English Practice

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What is the purpose of transitional phrases in writing?

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Transitional phrases help to connect ideas, guide the reader through the text, and improve the flow of writing.

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Define 'coherence' in the context of writing.

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Coherence refers to the logical connections and consistency of ideas in a piece of writing, making it easy for the reader to follow.

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What does 'conciseness' mean in writing?

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Conciseness means expressing ideas clearly and directly without unnecessary words.

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Explain the term 'thesis statement'.

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay or research paper.

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What is the role of an introductory paragraph?

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The introductory paragraph sets the stage for the essay, introduces the topic, and presents the thesis statement.

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What is a 'topic sentence'?

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A topic sentence is the first sentence of a paragraph that summarizes the main idea of that paragraph.

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Define 'active voice' in writing.

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Active voice occurs when the subject of the sentence performs the action, making sentences clearer and more direct.

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What is the difference between 'affect' and 'effect'?

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Affect is a verb meaning to influence something, while effect is a noun meaning the result of a change.

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What is the significance of using varied sentence structures?

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Using varied sentence structures keeps the writing engaging and helps to maintain the reader's interest.

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Explain the concept of 'audience awareness' in writing.

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Audience awareness involves understanding the readers' needs, interests, and level of knowledge to tailor the writing accordingly.