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Master the ACT English Practice Test

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Difficulty: Moderate
Grade: Grade 11
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Complete the sentence correctly: 'Every student in the class ____ finished the exam.'
have finished the exam.
has finished the exam.
had finished the exam.
finish the exam.
The subject 'Every student' is singular, so it takes the singular verb form 'has finished'. This ensures proper subject-verb agreement in the sentence.
Select the sentence that uses the appropriate comma after an introductory phrase.
After the movie, we went for ice cream.
After the movie we went for ice cream.
After, the movie we went for ice cream.
After the movie, we went for, ice cream.
Option (a) correctly places a comma after the introductory phrase, which is a common punctuation rule to enhance clarity.
Which sentence demonstrates proper pronoun-antecedent agreement?
Each of the girls brought their own lunch.
Every student must bring their notebooks.
Every student must bring his or her notebook.
All employees received his bonus.
Option (c) correctly uses the singular pronouns 'his or her' to match the singular subject 'Every student', ensuring grammatical consistency.
Identify the sentence that correctly uses a comma in a compound sentence.
I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.
I wanted to go for a walk but, it started to rain.
I wanted, to go for a walk but it started to rain.
I wanted to go for a walk but it started to rain.
Option (a) correctly includes a comma before the coordinating conjunction 'but' to join two independent clauses.
Which sentence correctly punctuates a list?
For breakfast, I had eggs, toast, and orange juice.
For breakfast I had eggs, toast and, orange juice.
For breakfast, I had eggs toast, and orange juice.
For breakfast I had, eggs, toast, and orange juice.
Option (a) correctly uses commas to separate the items in the list and properly sets off the introductory phrase.
Identify the sentence with proper modifier placement.
Tired from running, the cake was eaten by Jane.
Tired from running, Jane ate the cake.
Jane ate, tired from running, the cake.
The cake, tired from running, was eaten by Jane.
Option (b) places the modifier 'Tired from running' directly next to 'Jane', the subject that is meant to be modified, ensuring clarity.
Which sentence demonstrates correct parallelism?
She likes dancing, to swim, and biking.
She likes dancing, swimming, and biking.
She likes to dance, swimming, and to bike.
She likes dancing, swimming, and to bike.
Option (b) maintains a parallel structure by using gerunds for every element, resulting in a balanced and clear sentence.
Choose the sentence that uses the correct pronoun case in a compound object.
The teacher gave Sam and I extra credit.
The teacher gave Sam and me extra credit.
The teacher gave I and Sam extra credit.
The teacher gave me and I extra credit.
Option (b) correctly uses the objective pronoun 'me' in the compound object, aligning with standard grammatical rules.
Which revision best corrects the comma splice in the sentence: 'I love studying grammar, it improves my writing'?
I love studying grammar; it improves my writing.
I love studying grammar. It improves my writing.
I love studying grammar, because it improves my writing.
I love studying grammar it improves my writing.
Option (a) employs a semicolon to correctly separate the two independent clauses, thereby eliminating the comma splice.
Which sentence correctly uses apostrophes for indicating possession?
The cats toy was missing.
The cat's toy was missing.
The cats' toy was missing.
The cat toy's was missing.
Option (b) uses the apostrophe correctly to indicate that the toy belongs to one cat.
Which sentence maintains consistent verb tense throughout?
Yesterday, she walks to school and ate breakfast.
Yesterday, she walked to school and ate breakfast.
Yesterday, she walks to school and eats breakfast.
Yesterday, she walked to school and eats breakfast.
Option (b) consistently uses the past tense for both actions, ensuring that the sentence maintains proper tense agreement.
Which sentence correctly uses the idiom 'spill the beans'?
At the party, John literally spilled the beans on the table.
During the investigation, the suspect accidentally spilled the beans about the plan.
She spilled the beans all over the floor while cooking.
He tried to spill the beans into the cup.
Option (b) uses the idiom figuratively to mean 'revealed a secret,' which is the intended non-literal usage.
Which sentence correctly employs a semicolon to separate two independent clauses?
I enjoy reading; and I enjoy writing.
I enjoy reading; I also enjoy writing.
I enjoy reading, I also enjoy writing.
I enjoy reading: I also enjoy writing.
Option (b) uses a semicolon properly to join two independent clauses without an extraneous conjunction.
Which sentence correctly uses commas to set off a nonrestrictive clause?
My brother who lives in New York is visiting.
My brother, who lives in New York, is visiting.
My brother who, lives in New York, is visiting.
My brother, who lives in New York is visiting.
Option (b) employs commas correctly to set off the nonrestrictive clause that provides additional information about the subject.
Which sentence correctly uses an adverb to modify the verb 'sings'?
She sings beautiful.
She sings beautifully.
She sings with beauty.
She sings beautify.
Option (b) uses the properly formed adverb 'beautifully' to modify the verb 'sings', adhering to standard usage.
Which sentence best adheres to parallel structure in a complex sentence?
Not only did she enjoy reading literature, but she appreciated to write poetry.
Not only did she enjoy reading literature, but she also appreciated writing poetry.
She enjoyed reading literature, and she appreciated writing poetry.
Not only did she enjoy reading literature, but writing poetry was appreciated by her.
Option (b) maintains parallelism by matching the structure of both parts of the sentence, making the comparison clear and balanced.
Which revision makes the sentence more concise by removing redundancy? Original: 'The reason he was late was because he missed the early bus.'
The reason he was late was because he missed the early bus.
He was late because he missed the early bus.
He was late due to the fact that he missed the early bus.
Because he missed the early bus, he was late.
Option (b) removes unnecessary wording and conveys the intended meaning in a clear, concise manner.
Which sentence corrects the dangling modifier in the original: 'While driving on the highway, a deer appeared in the headlights.'?
While driving on the highway, a deer appeared in the headlights.
A deer appeared in the headlights while driving on the highway.
While driving on the highway, I saw a deer suddenly appear in the headlights.
The deer, while driving on the highway, appeared in the headlights.
Option (c) assigns the modifier to the correct subject by specifying 'I' as the one driving, thereby eliminating any ambiguity.
Which sentence correctly applies subject-verb agreement with a compound subject joined by 'nor'?
Neither the teacher nor the students is ready for the test.
Neither the teacher nor the students are ready for the test.
Neither the teacher or the students are ready for the test.
Neither the teacher nor the students be ready for the test.
Option (b) correctly uses a plural verb to agree with the noun closest to it ('students') in the neither/nor construction.
Which sentence corrects the faulty comparison in the original: 'Her writing is more precise than any of her colleagues'?
Her writing is more precise than her colleagues.
Her writing is more precise than any of her colleagues' works.
Her writing is more precise than that of any of her colleagues.
Her writing, more precise than her colleagues, is stunning.
Option (c) clarifies the comparison by specifying that her writing is being compared to the writing of her colleagues, thereby eliminating ambiguity.
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Study Outcomes

  1. Analyze common grammar structures to identify errors and correct them.
  2. Apply punctuation rules accurately to enhance sentence clarity.
  3. Evaluate language usage to determine strengths and areas for improvement.
  4. Implement effective test-taking strategies tailored for ACT-style questions.
  5. Interpret complex sentences to improve overall language proficiency.

ACT English Practice Test Cheat Sheet

  1. Master the 14 essential ACT grammar rules - Jump into the core rules like subject‑verb agreement, verb tense consistency, and pronoun clarity to slice through tricky questions with ease. Consistent practice will transform you into a grammar ninja, boosting your confidence and your score! Essential ACT Grammar Rules
    2. PrepScholar ACT Grammar Rules
  2. Learn the correct use of punctuation marks - From apostrophes to colons and semicolons, each mark has a special job that sharpens your writing. Remember, colons only follow complete sentences and introduce lists or explanations, giving your answers a professional polish. Punctuation on ACT English
    3. PrepScholar Punctuation Tips
  3. Position modifiers correctly - Misplaced modifiers can turn clear sentences into confusing tangles. Keep your descriptive phrases right next to the word they're modifying to avoid funny or misleading statements. Complete Guide to ACT Grammar
    4. PrepScholar ACT Grammar Guide
  4. Fix run‑on sentences and fragments - Spot when two independent clauses sneak together with just a comma (hello, comma splice!) or when a fragment leaves your thought hanging. Splitting or combining clauses properly will make your writing crisp and accurate. Run‑Ons & Fragments
    5. PrepScholar Run‑Ons & Fragments
  5. Distinguish commonly confused words - "Its" vs. "it's," "affect" vs. "effect" - knowing these keeps you from tripping up on basic errors. A quick mental checklist can save you from losing easy points. Commonly Confused Words
    6. PrepScholar Confused Words
  6. Nail parallelism - When you list activities or make comparisons, keep each element in the same grammatical form. This balance makes your writing flow and your logic shine. Parallelism Tips
    7. PrepScholar Parallelism Guide
  7. Recognize and correct faulty comparisons - Ensure what you compare actually belongs together. Instead of "Texas is hotter than California," write "Texas is hotter than that of California" to keep comparisons apples‑to‑apples. Faulty Comparisons
    8. PrepScholar Comparisons Fix
  8. Develop rhetorical skills strategies - Learn to identify the author's purpose, tone, and passage structure to tackle rhetorical questions like a pro. This big‑picture skill helps you improve passages, not just sentences. Rhetorical Skills
    9. PrepScholar Rhetorical Strategies
  9. Practice with real ACT English passages - Apply grammar and rhetorical rules in full‑length samples to build test‑day confidence. The more you practice, the more intuitively you'll spot errors under time pressure. Practice ACT Passages
    10. PrepScholar Practice Passages
  10. Review comma usage like a pro - Commas can list items, set off non‑essential info, or follow introductory phrases. Mastering these rules ensures your sentences stay clear and mistake‑free. Comma Usage Rules
    11. PrepScholar Comma Guide
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