PSAT 8 PRACTICE #4

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What is the correct phrase to use when discussing payments made from employee wages?

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The correct phrase is 'to pay for employees' wages.'

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Identify the correctly punctuated sentence:

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'Over coffee and toast, Kelly told me about her new job.'

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What is the correct preposition to use when referring to a group of researchers?

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The correct preposition is 'among researchers.'

Front

How should you compare someone to a saint in a sentence?

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You should use 'to the most loving of saints.'

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What does the word 'tyrannize' mean?

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To oppress.

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What is the purpose of using commas in a sentence?

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Commas are used to separate items in a list, clauses, or to indicate a pause.

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

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

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without proper punctuation.

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What is the function of a semicolon in a sentence?

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A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses.

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What is the meaning of 'oppress'?

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To keep someone in subservience and hardship, especially by the unjust exercise of authority.