Third Quarter Writing TLI Test

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1.

Identify the inverted sentence.
- A.
  
  The enormous trucks can go more than eighty miles per hour.
- B.
  
  Above their heads rose a screen for the movie.
- C.
  
  Fire stations in the park keep a lookout for danger.
- D.
  
  The flowers in the field were extremely pretty.
Correct Answer
B. Above their heads rose a screen for the movie.

Explanation
The correct answer is "Above their heads rose a screen for the movie." This sentence is inverted because the subject "a screen for the movie" comes after the verb "rose." In a typical sentence, the subject would come before the verb.

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2.

If Freda needs the most recent information about NASA space launches, it would be best for her to check
- A.
  
  A magazine article about NASA.
- B.
  
  A book about space machines.
- C.
  
  A DVD about space trips.
- D.
  
  NASA’s Web site.
Correct Answer
D. NASA’s Web site.

Explanation
If Freda needs the most recent information about NASA space launches, it would be best for her to check NASA's Web site. This is because the website is likely to be updated regularly with the latest news and information about space launches. Magazine articles and books may not have the most up-to-date information, and a DVD would provide limited information compared to the extensive content available on NASA's website. Therefore, the website is the most reliable and efficient source for Freda to access the most recent information about NASA space launches.

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3.

Identify the sentence that contains a compound predicate.
- A.
  
  Carpenters and construction workers arrive early to the work site.
- B.
  
  It takes many people to complete a building project.
- C.
  
  The project coordinator is the executive officer of the company.
- D.
  
  An architect designs the building and prepares the blueprints.
Correct Answer
D. An architect designs the building and prepares the blueprints.

Explanation
The sentence "An architect designs the building and prepares the blueprints" contains a compound predicate because it consists of two verbs, "designs" and "prepares," that are connected by the conjunction "and."

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4.

She went over Niagara Falls in a barrel. Anne Edison Taylor survived. Identify the sentence that best combines the two sentences.
- A.
  
  Having survived, Anne Edison Taylor went over Niagara Falls in a barrel.
- B.
  
  Anne Edison Taylor went over Niagara Falls in a barrel and survived.
- C.
  
  Anne Edison Taylor survived she went over Niagara Falls in a barrel.
- D.
  
  Because Anne Edison Taylor survived, she went over Niagara Falls in a barrel.
Correct Answer
B. Anne Edison Taylor went over Niagara Falls in a barrel and survived.

Explanation
The correct answer is "Anne Edison Taylor went over Niagara Falls in a barrel and survived." This sentence combines both pieces of information in a clear and concise manner, stating that Anne Edison Taylor went over Niagara Falls in a barrel and also survived.

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5.

Which sentence contains a compound subject?
- A.
  
  Howling wind and drenching rain rattled the loose windows on the old cabin.
- B.
  
  The rain beat down on the broken roof and leaked in through the cracks in the door.
- C.
  
  The wind howled around the corners of the dwelling.
- D.
  
  The storm swept past the cabin and was suddenly gone.
Correct Answer
A. Howling wind and drenching rain rattled the loose windows on the old cabin.

Explanation
The sentence "Howling wind and drenching rain rattled the loose windows on the old cabin" contains a compound subject because it includes two subjects, "wind" and "rain," joined by the conjunction "and."

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6.

______________I have so much homework, I will not be able to go to the game tonight. Which transition word would best complete the sentence?
- A.
  
  Next
- B.
  
  Until
- C.
  
  Because
- D.
  
  Although
Correct Answer
C. Because

Explanation
The transition word "Because" would best complete the sentence because it indicates a cause-and-effect relationship. It shows that the speaker has so much homework, which is the reason they will not be able to go to the game tonight.

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7.

Which sentence contains a prepositional phrase?
- A.
  
  The barn was closed that day.
- B.
  
  The old farm cat slept in the sun.
- C.
  
  Cows chewed the tender new grass.
- D.
  
  The young horse ate oats and hay eagerly.
Correct Answer
B. The old farm cat slept in the sun.

Explanation
The sentence "The old farm cat slept in the sun" contains a prepositional phrase. The prepositional phrase in this sentence is "in the sun," where "in" is the preposition and "the sun" is the object of the preposition.

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8.

Which sentence uses a perfect verb tense?
- A.
  
  American Idol fans love to choose the favorite contestant.
- B.
  
  Some contestants have sung all over the world.
- C.
  
  Some fans never miss an episode of the show.
- D.
  
  Winning contestants get record contracts.
Correct Answer
B. Some contestants have sung all over the world.

Explanation
The sentence "Some contestants have sung all over the world" uses a perfect verb tense. The use of "have sung" indicates that the action of singing occurred before the present moment and is still relevant.

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9.

In which sentence are the homophones used correctly?
- A.
  
  They're jackets are over there.
- B.
  
  There are five books sitting there.
- C.
  
  Their were too many people in their car.
- D.
  
  Their going to they're aunt's house.
Correct Answer
B. There are five books sitting there.

Explanation
The correct answer is "There are five books sitting there." In this sentence, the homophones "there" and "their" are used correctly. "There" is used to indicate a location, while "their" is used to show possession.

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10.

Brian slowly put the note on the refrigerator. He had written it to his mom telling her he would be at his friend Mario’s house for the afternoon. Brian wasn’t sure he could be of any help to Mario and his little sister Aisha as they tried to fly the remote control airplane. “Mario has such neat stuff to mess around with,” Brian thought, “and I sure don’t want to be the one to break another one of their cool things.” By the time Brian had spent some time at Mario's house, he had a little experience working the controls. Soon he could make the airplane fly anywhere he wanted and even do loops in the air. Aisha and Mario treated him as though he’d been flying remotes for years. Which answer choice would be best to conclude this narrative?
- A.
  
  He felt his old confidence return!
- B.
  
  Remote control airplanes are popular gift items.
- C.
  
  Be careful flying remote control aircraft near power lines.
- D.
  
  Brian is a boy who is afraid to play with other people’s expensive items.
Correct Answer
A. He felt his old confidence return!

Explanation
The correct answer is "He felt his old confidence return!" This conclusion best fits the narrative because it reflects Brian's personal growth and development throughout the story. At first, Brian was unsure of his abilities and afraid of breaking Mario's things. However, after spending time at Mario's house and gaining experience with the remote control airplane, Brian's confidence grew and he became skilled at flying it. The phrase "He felt his old confidence return!" captures this transformation and serves as a satisfying conclusion to the narrative.

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Third Quarter Writing Tli Test

Identify the inverted sentence.

If Freda needs the most recent information about NASA space launches, it would be best for her to check

Identify the sentence that contains a compound predicate.

She went over Niagara Falls in a barrel. Anne Edison Taylor survived. Identify the sentence that best combines the two sentences.

Which sentence contains a compound subject?

______________I have so much homework, I will not be able to go to the game tonight. Which transition word would best complete the sentence?

Which sentence contains a prepositional phrase?

Which sentence uses a perfect verb tense?

In which sentence are the homophones used correctly?