SAT Practice

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What is the purpose of combining sentences effectively?

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To improve clarity and coherence in writing by reducing redundancy and enhancing flow.

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What does it mean for a scale model to be created at 1/12th its actual size?

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It means that every inch in the model represents one foot in real life, allowing for proportional representation.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll, converting carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What is a complete sentence?

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A complete sentence must have a subject and a predicate, expressing a complete thought.

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What is the significance of using the correct possessive form in writing?

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Using the correct possessive form clarifies ownership and relationships between nouns, preventing confusion.

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What is redundancy in writing?

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Redundancy occurs when words or phrases repeat the same idea unnecessarily, making the text less concise.

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What is the role of supporting examples in writing?

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Supporting examples provide evidence or clarification for a statement, enhancing the reader's understanding.

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What is the difference between 'its' and 'it's'?

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'Its' is a possessive pronoun indicating ownership, while 'it's' is a contraction for 'it is' or 'it has'.

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What is the function of a subject in a sentence?

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The subject of a sentence is the person, place, thing, or idea that is doing or being something.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction.