1. Read the sentence: “The author’s argument was not only persuasive but also logically ______.” Which word best completes the sentence?

• A. sound
• B. sounded
• C. sounding
• D. soundly

2. Which revision correctly combines these two sentences into one?
Sentence 1: The storm was intense.
Sentence 2: It caused widespread power outages.

• A. The storm was intense, it caused widespread power outages.
• B. The intense storm caused widespread power outages.
• C. The storm was intense and causing widespread power outages.
• D. The storm was intense, causing widespread power outages.

3. What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?

• A. To provide a concluding thought
• B. To introduce the main idea of the paragraph
• C. To list supporting details
• D. To ask a question

4. Which sentence contains a error in pronoun-antecedent agreement?

• A. Each of the students brought their textbook.
• B. The team celebrated its victory.
• C. Someone left his or her umbrella here.
• D. Both of the answers are correct.

5. What is the author’s tone in this statement?
“The relentless, pounding waves finally overcame the crumbling sea wall, flooding the village that had foolishly ignored years of warnings.”

• A. Joyful and celebratory
• B. Neutral and objective
• C. Somber and critical
• D. Humorous and lighthearted