Many people believe that leaders are born, not made. However, anyone can be a strong leader as long as determination, open-mindedness, and optimism are learned and developed. First, determination is the key to becoming a strong leader. Determination can be learned every day by having both small goals, such as learning how to use the Internet, and bigger goals, like earning a bachelor's degree. A person who is willing to work hard to accomplish goals in the face of challenges would, indeed, make a great leader. Being open-minded is another quality to learn if one wants to be an effective leader. A person who surrounds himself or herself with new ideas and perspectives can certainly learn to be a more open and fair leader. A leader who thoughtfully considers different points of view can help bridge divides and solve problems efficiently. Furthermore, optimism provides the foundation for good leadership. Simply put, a positive outlook can be contagious, and a leader who exhibits this trait will inspire others in various contexts: the workplace, school, or the larger community. It is this ability to inspire that distinguishes a strong leader from a merely competent leader. While there have been many unforgettable leaders whose abilities seem so natural to them, people must not forget that these abilities can be learned and honed over time.
Identify the topic sentence of this paragraph.
Student Answer: While there have been many unforgettable leaders whose abilities seem so natural to them, people must not forget that these abilities can be learned and honed over time.
However, anyone can be a strong leader as long as determination, open-mindedness, and optimism are learned and developed.
Many people believe that leaders are born, not made.
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Question 2. Question :
Many people believe that leaders are born, not made. However, anyone can be a strong leader as long as determination, open-mindedness, and optimism are learned and developed. First, determination is the key to becoming a strong leader. Determination can be learned every day by having both small goals, such as learning how to use the Internet, and bigger goals, like earning a bachelor's degree. A person who is willing to work hard to accomplish goals in the face of challenges would, indeed, make a great leader. Being open-minded is another quality to learn if one wants to be an effective leader. A person who surrounds himself or herself with new ideas and perspectives can certainly learn to be a more open and fair leader. A leader who thoughtfully considers different points of view can help bridge divides and solve problems efficiently. Furthermore, optimism provides the foundation for good leadership. Simply put, a positive outlook can be contagious, and a leader who exhibits this trait will inspire others in various contexts: the workplace, school, or the larger community. It is this ability to inspire that distinguishes a strong leader from a merely competent leader. While there have been many unforgettable leaders whose abilities seem so natural to them, people must not forget that these abilities can be learned and honed over time.
Identify the supporting detail that contains a transitional word or phrase.
Student Answer: While there have been many unforgettable leaders whose abilities seem so natural to them, people must not forget that these abilities can be learned and honed over time.
A leader who thoughtfully considers different points of view can help bridge divides and solve problems efficiently.
First, determination is the key to becoming a strong leader.
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Question 3. Question :
Many people believe that leaders are born, not made. However, anyone can be a strong leader as long as determination, open-mindedness, and optimism are learned and developed. First, determination is the key to becoming a strong leader. Determination can be learned every day by having both small goals, such as learning how to use the Internet, and bigger goals, like earning a bachelor's degree. A person who is willing to work hard to accomplish goals in the face of challenges would, indeed, make a great leader. Being open-minded is another quality to learn if one wants to be an effective leader. A person who surrounds himself or herself with new ideas and perspectives can certainly learn to be a more open and fair leader. A leader who thoughtfully considers different points of view can help bridge divides and solve problems efficiently. Furthermore, optimism provides the foundation for good leadership. Simply put, a positive outlook can be contagious, and a leader who exhibits this trait will inspire others in various contexts: the workplace, school, or the larger community. It is this ability to inspire that distinguishes a strong leader from a merely competent leader. While there have been many unforgettable leaders whose abilities seem so natural to them, people must not forget that these abilities can be learned and honed over time.
Identify a sentence that is a main point in support of the topic sentence.
Student Answer: Being open-minded is another quality to learn if one wants to be an effective leader.
It is this ability to inspire that distinguishes a strong leader from a merely competent leader.
However, anyone can be a strong leader as long as determination, open-mindedness, and optimism are learned and developed.
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Question 4. Question :
Many people believe that leaders are born, not made. However, anyone can be a strong leader as long as determination, open-mindedness, and optimism are learned and developed. First, determination is the key to becoming a strong leader. Determination can be learned every day by having both small goals, such as learning how to use the Internet, and bigger goals, like earning a bachelor's degree. A person who is willing to work hard to accomplish goals in the face of challenges would, indeed, make a great leader. Being open-minded is another quality to learn if one wants to be an effective leader. A person who surrounds himself or herself with new ideas and perspectives can certainly learn to be a more open and fair leader. A leader who thoughtfully considers different points of view can help bridge divides and solve problems efficiently. Furthermore, optimism provides the foundation for good leadership. Simply put, a positive outlook can be contagious, and a leader who exhibits this trait will inspire others in various contexts: the workplace, school, or the larger community. It is this ability to inspire that distinguishes a strong leader from a merely competent leader. While there have been many unforgettable leaders whose abilities seem so natural to them, people must not forget that these abilities can be learned and honed over time.
Identify the supporting detail that contains a transitional word or phrase.
Student Answer: A person who surrounds himself or herself with new ideas and perspectives can certainly learn to be a more open and fair leader.
Furthermore, optimism provides the foundation for good leadership.
While there have been many unforgettable leaders whose abilities seem so natural to them, people must not forget that these abilities can be learned and honed over time.
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Question 5. Question :
Many people believe that leaders are born, not made. However, anyone can be a strong leader as long as determination, open-mindedness, and optimism are learned and developed. First, determination is the key to becoming a strong leader. Determination can be learned every day by having both small goals, such as learning how to use the Internet, and bigger goals, like earning a bachelor's degree. A person who is willing to work hard to accomplish goals in the face of challenges would, indeed, make a great leader. Being open-minded is another quality to learn if one wants to be an effective leader. A person who surrounds himself or herself with new ideas and perspectives can certainly learn to be a more open and fair leader. A leader who thoughtfully considers different points of view can help bridge divides and solve problems efficiently. Furthermore, optimism provides the foundation for good leadership. Simply put, a positive outlook can be contagious, and a leader who exhibits this trait will inspire others in various contexts: the workplace, school, or the larger community. It is this ability to inspire that distinguishes a strong leader from a merely competent leader. While there have been many unforgettable leaders whose abilities seem so natural to them, people must not forget that these abilities can be learned and honed over time.
Identify the rhetorical strategy or writing pattern that best describes this type of paragraph.
Student Answer: Examples
Narration
Compare/Contrast
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Question 6. Question :
Choose the sentence that would make the most effective thesis statement.
Student Answer: The figure in Edvard Munch''s painting, The Scream, has been made into a popular and scary Halloween costume.
In his famous painting, The Scream, Edvard Munch's use of brush stroke, color, and perspective arouse feelings of anxiety and despair in the viewer.
Edvard Munch's painting, The Scream, is the one of the most interesting and famous artworks of all time.
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Question 7. Question :
Choose the sentence that would make the most effective thesis statement.
Student Answer: Recently, more companies are offering an on-site gym and daycare center for their employees.
Companies that offer an on-site gym and daycare center to their employees are good places to work.
Big companies should provide an on-site gym and daycare center to boost their employees' morale and increase productivity.
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Question 8. Question :
Choose the sentence that would make the most effective thesis statement.
Student Answer: Automobile emissions cause global warming and hurt the environment.
This paper will argue that American automakers should develop at least one "green" vehicle each year.
To provide more car-buying options, to promote environmental health, and to be viable competitors with foreign car companies, American automakers should be required to develop at least one "green" vehicle each year.
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Question 9. Question :
Choose the sentence that would make the most effective thesis statement.
Student Answer: More families are choosing to stay home for summer vacation instead of traveling out of state to save money, decrease carbon emissions, and appreciate local history.
More families are choosing to stay home for summer vacation because they don't have the time or money for out-of-state travel.
More families are choosing to stay home for summer vacation instead of traveling out of state for different reasons.
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Question 10. Question :
Choose the sentence that would make the most effective thesis statement.
Student Answer: My family and I once drove through rural Kansas during a massive tornado.
The most frightening experience I ever had was when my family drove through rural Kansas during a massive tornado.
A tornado can be very frightening.
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Question 11. Question :
Select the sentence with correct pronoun-antecedent agreement.
Student Answer: Nobody wanted to lose their place in line for the sold-out concert.
Nobody wanted to lose his or her place in line for the sold-out concert.
Nobody wanted to lose its place in line for the sold-out concert.
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Question 12. Question :
Select the sentence with correct pronoun usage.
Student Answer: His sister is twelve years younger than us.
His sister is twelve years younger than him.
His sister is twelve years younger than I.
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Question 13. Question :
Select the sentence with correct pronoun-antecedent agreement.
Student Answer: If anyone has a question about the new policy, refer him or her to Human Resources.
If anyone has a question about the new policy, refer them to Human Resources.
If anyone has a question about the new policy, have them refer it to Human Resources.
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Question 14. Question :
Select the sentence with correct pronoun-antecedent agreement.
Student Answer: Everyone is entitled to his or her own opinion about the new security system.
Everyone is entitled to their own opinion about the new security system.
Everyone is entitled to your own opinion about the new security system.
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Question 15. Question :
Select the sentence with correct pronoun usage.
Student Answer: Ben plans to play basketball every Saturday with Jeff and I.
Ben plans to play basketball every Saturday with Jeff and me.
Ben plans to play basketball every Saturday with I and Jeff.
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Question 16. Question :
Select the sentence with correct pronoun-antecedent agreement.
Student Answer: Most disciplined musicians practice their instruments every day.
Most disciplined musicians practice his instrument every day.
Most disciplined musicians practice her instrument every day.
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Question 17. Question :
Select the sentence that has correct pronoun-antecedent agreement.
Student Answer: It is common for students to forget to use his school's free services.
It is common for a student to forget to use their school's free services.
It is common for a student to forget to use his or her school's free services.
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Question 18. Question :
Select the sentence that has correct subject-verb agreement.
Student Answer: The team are practicing for the opening game of the baseball season.
The team is practicing for the opening game of the baseball season.
The team were practicing for the opening game of the baseball season.
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Question 19. Question :
Select the sentence that has correct subject-verb agreement.
Student Answer: One of my friends are a doctor and lieutenant commander in the Navy.
One of my friends were a doctor and lieutenant commander in the Navy.
One of my friends is a doctor and lieutenant commander in the Navy.
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Question 20. Question :
Select the sentence that has correct subject-verb agreement.
Student Answer: Everyone, except for the guest of honor, was late for the surprise party.
Everyone, except for the guest of honor, were late for the surprise party.
Everyone, except for the guest of honor, are late for the surprise party.
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Question 21. Question :
Select the sentence that has correct subject-verb agreement.
Student Answer: Each of the eggs in that carton are already broken.
Each of the eggs in that carton were already broken.
Each of the eggs in that carton is already broken.
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Question 22. Question :
Select the sentence that has correct subject-verb agreement.
Student Answer: The Pillars of the Earth was one of the must-read books on Oprah's list in 2007.
The Pillars of the Earth were one of the must-read books on Oprah's list in 2007.
The Pillars of the Earth are one of the must-read books on Oprah's list in 2007.
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Question 23. Question :
Select the sentence that has correct subject-verb agreement.
Student Answer: The Japanese maple on the balcony, as well as the herb garden, need watering.
The Japanese maples on the balcony, as well as the herb garden, needs watering.
The Japanese maple on the balcony, as well as the herb garden, needs watering.
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Question 24. Question :
Select the sentence that has correct subject-verb agreement.
Student Answer: The 2008 Olympics was held in Beijing, China.
The 2008 Olympics were held in Beijing, China.
The 2008 Olympics are held in Beijing, China.
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Question 25. Question :
Select the sentence that uses commas correctly.
Student Answer: Many children look forward to Christmas but, Dominic's favorite holiday has always been Halloween.
Many children look forward to Christmas, but, Dominic's favorite holiday has always been Halloween.
Many children look forward to Christmas, but Dominic's favorite holiday has always been, Halloween.
Many children look forward to Christmas, but Dominic's favorite holiday has always been Halloween.
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Question 26. Question :
Select the sentence that uses commas correctly.
Student Answer: At the end of the night the new, Ethiopian restaurant was packed.
At the end of the night, the new Ethiopian restaurant was packed.
At the end of the night the new Ethiopian restaurant was packed.
At the end, of the night, the new Ethiopian restaurant was packed.
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Question 27. Question :
Select the sentence that uses commas correctly.
Student Answer: To avoid late fees, we enrolled in an automatic bill payment system offered by our bank.
To avoid late fees, we enrolled in an automatic bill payment system, offered by our bank.
To avoid late fees we enrolled in an automatic bill payment system offered by our bank.
To avoid late fees we enrolled, in an automatic bill payment system, offered by our bank.
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Question 28. Question :
Select the sentence that uses commas correctly.
Student Answer: Dried cranberries, slivered almonds, and shredded carrots add texture to a tuna salad sandwich.
Dried cranberries, slivered almonds and shredded, carrots add texture to a tuna salad sandwich.
Dried cranberries, slivered almonds and, shredded carrots add texture to a tuna salad sandwich.
Dried cranberries, slivered almonds, and shredded carrots, add texture to a tuna salad sandwich.
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Question 29. Question :
Select the sentence that uses commas correctly.
Student Answer: This wool sweater, a gift from my favorite aunt, has survived many washes at the Laundromat.
This wool sweater a gift from my favorite aunt has survived many washes at the Laundromat.
This, wool sweater, a gift from my favorite aunt has survived many washes at the Laundromat.
This wool sweater, a gift from my favorite aunt has survived many, washes at the Laundromat.
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Question 30. Question :
Select the sentence that is punctuated correctly.
Student Answer: The long cold, and bitter Midwest winters often cause delayed or cancelled flights.
The long, cold, and bitter Midwest winters often cause delayed or cancelled flights.
The long, cold, and bitter, Midwest winters often cause delayed or cancelled flights.
The long, cold, and bitter Midwest winters, often cause delayed or cancelled flights.
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Question 31. Question :
Select the sentence that uses commas correctly.
Student Answer: Cast members from the popular television series, Heroes, appeared at the Comic-Con one year in San Diego.
Cast members from the popular television series Heroes appeared at the Comic-Con one year in San Diego.
Cast members from the popular television series Heroes, appeared at the Comic-Con one year in San Diego.
Cast members, from the popular television series Heroes, appeared at the Comic-Con one year in San Diego.
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Question 32. Question :
Select the sentence that is punctuated correctly.
Student Answer: The moon, Venus, and Jupiter were aligned in the sky recently; unfortunately, it will not happen again for another 40 years.
The moon, Venus, and Jupiter were aligned in the sky recently, unfortunately, it will not happen again for another 40 years.
The moon, Venus, and Jupiter, were aligned in the sky recently; unfortunately, it will not happen again for another 40 years.
The moon, Venus, and Jupiter were aligned in the sky recently; unfortunately it will not happen again for another 40 years.
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Question 33. Question :
Select the sentence that is punctuated correctly.
Student Answer: Mary loves to purchase many types of products from catalogs clothing, cookware, furniture, and artwork.
Mary loves to purchase many types of products from catalogs: clothing, cookware, furniture, and artwork.
Mary loves to purchase many types of products from catalogs; clothing, cookware, furniture, and artwork.
Mary loves to purchase many types of products from catalogs-clothing, cookware, furniture, and artwork.
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Question 34. Question :
Select the sentence that is punctuated correctly.
Student Answer: My favorite story in Clarice Lispector's book "Family Ties" is called Love.
My favorite story in Clarice Lispector's book Family Ties is called "Love."
My favorite story in Clarice Lispector's book "Family Ties" is called Love.
My favorite story in Clarice Lispector's book "Family Ties" is called Love.
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Question 35. Question :
Select the sentence that is punctuated correctly.
Student Answer: Uncle Ray is talented at many things. Juggling oranges, knitting blankets, and playing tennis.
Uncle Ray is talented at many things: juggling oranges; knitting blankets; and playing tennis.
Uncle Ray is talented at many things: juggling oranges, knitting blankets, and playing tennis.
Uncle Ray is talented at many things-juggling oranges; knitting blankets; playing tennis.
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Question 36. Question :
Select the sentence that is punctuated correctly.
Student Answer: For our bosses birthday, we gave her a gift certificate to her favorite spa.
For our bosses' birthday, we gave her a gift certificate to her favorite spa.
For our boss'es birthday, we gave her a gift certificate to her favorite spa.
For our boss's birthday, we gave her a gift certificate to her favorite spa.
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Question 37. Question :
Select the sentence that is punctuated correctly.
Student Answer: Carl's beta fish stopped eating because it's aquarium was so filthy.
Carls' beta fish stopped eating because its aquarium was so filthy.
Carl's beta fish stopped eating because its aquarium was so filthy.
Carls' beta fish stopped eating because its' aquarium was so filthy.
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Question 38. Question :
Select the sentence that is punctuated correctly.
Student Answer: The cable-knit blanket, that a friend made for me, is beginning to unravel.
The cable-blanket, that a friend made for me, is beginning to unravel.
The cable-knit blanket that a friend made for me is beginning to unravel.
The cable -- knit blanket that a friend made for me, is beginning to unravel.
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Question 39. Question :
Select the sentence that is most clear and concise.
Student Answer: This week's weather forecast called for thunderstorms, high winds, and it also mentioned hail.
The weather forecast for this week called for thunderstorms, high winds, and also hail.
The weather forecast for this week called for thunderstorms, winds that are high, and lots of hail.
This week's weather forecast called for thunderstorms, high winds, and hail.
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Question 40. Question :
Select the sentence that is most clear, concise, and grammatically correct.
Student Answer: Our company is about to relocate to a building bigger than the current one.
Our company is in the process of relocating to a building bigger than the one we are in now.
Our company is going to relocate to a bigger building.
Our company is relocating to a bigger building.
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Question 41. Question :
Select the sentence that is most clear and concise.
Student Answer: We should go to that one restaurant we ate at when we met for the first time.
We should go to the restaurant where we first met.
We should go to the restaurant where we met for the first time.
We should go to that restaurant where we first met at.
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Question 42. Question :
Select the sentence that is most clear and concise.
Student Answer: Due to the fact that my daughter is allergic to grass, she could not attend the class picnic.
Because of the fact that my daughter is allergic to grass she could not attend the class picnic.
My daughter could not attend the class picnic because she is allergic to grass.
She is allergic to grass, so my daughter could not attend the class picnic.
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Question 43. Question :
Select the sentence that is most clear and concise.
Student Answer: Steve only eats vegetables while his twin brother eats meat.
Steve eats only vegetables, but his twin brother eats meat.
Steve only eats vegetables, but his twin brother only eats meat.
While Steve eats vegetables, his twin brother eats meat.
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Question 44. Question :
Select the sentence that is most clear and concise.
Student Answer: In order to win a prize in the contest, you must sell more tickets than the majority of other participants.
In the event that you want to win a prize in the contest, you must sell more tickets than most of the other participants.
If you want to win a contest prize, you must sell more tickets than most of the other participants.
To win a contest prize, you must sell more tickets than most other participants.
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Question 45. Question :
Select the sentence that is most clear and concise.
Student Answer: We are in receipt of your resume and cover letter. We will be contacting you soon.
We are in receipt of your resume and cover letter, and we would contact you soon.
We have received your resume and cover letter, and we will contact you soon.
We have received your resume and cover letter; we're going to contact you soon.
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