Organization, Unity & Cohesion - ACT English
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What is the purpose of a transition word in a paragraph?
What is the purpose of a transition word in a paragraph?
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To connect ideas and improve the flow of writing. They act as bridges to create smooth flow between sentences and paragraphs.
To connect ideas and improve the flow of writing. They act as bridges to create smooth flow between sentences and paragraphs.
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Which option indicates a comparison: 'Similarly' or 'However'?
Which option indicates a comparison: 'Similarly' or 'However'?
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Similarly. This word shows likeness, while 'however' shows contrast.
Similarly. This word shows likeness, while 'however' shows contrast.
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What is the best transition for showing a sequence of events?
What is the best transition for showing a sequence of events?
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Next. Indicates chronological order or progression.
Next. Indicates chronological order or progression.
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What does the ACT English test mean by unity in a paragraph or passage?
What does the ACT English test mean by unity in a paragraph or passage?
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All sentences support one clear central idea. Every sentence must relate to and advance the paragraph's central theme.
All sentences support one clear central idea. Every sentence must relate to and advance the paragraph's central theme.
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What does cohesion mean in ACT English organization questions?
What does cohesion mean in ACT English organization questions?
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Clear, logical connections between sentences and ideas. Smooth flow achieved through transitions, pronouns, and logical connections.
Clear, logical connections between sentences and ideas. Smooth flow achieved through transitions, pronouns, and logical connections.
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What does organization refer to in ACT English passages?
What does organization refer to in ACT English passages?
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Logical order of ideas within and across paragraphs. Ideas arranged in a sensible sequence that readers can easily follow.
Logical order of ideas within and across paragraphs. Ideas arranged in a sensible sequence that readers can easily follow.
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Which option best describes a strong topic sentence in ACT English?
Which option best describes a strong topic sentence in ACT English?
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A sentence that states the paragraph’s main idea clearly. Sets the direction for all supporting details that follow.
A sentence that states the paragraph’s main idea clearly. Sets the direction for all supporting details that follow.
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Which transition type signals time order or sequence?
Which transition type signals time order or sequence?
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Sequence transition (for example, then, afterward). Words like 'then' show chronological order or steps in a process.
Sequence transition (for example, then, afterward). Words like 'then' show chronological order or steps in a process.
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Which transition type signals a conclusion or summary?
Which transition type signals a conclusion or summary?
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Conclusion transition (for example, overall, in summary). Words like 'overall' wrap up or summarize the main points.
Conclusion transition (for example, overall, in summary). Words like 'overall' wrap up or summarize the main points.
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What is a common sign that a sentence does NOT belong in a paragraph (unity error)?
What is a common sign that a sentence does NOT belong in a paragraph (unity error)?
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It introduces a different topic or irrelevant detail. Breaks unity by shifting focus away from the paragraph's main point.
It introduces a different topic or irrelevant detail. Breaks unity by shifting focus away from the paragraph's main point.
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What is the best general rule for deciding whether to delete a sentence?
What is the best general rule for deciding whether to delete a sentence?
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Delete it if it does not support the paragraph’s main idea. Keep only sentences that directly advance the central argument.
Delete it if it does not support the paragraph’s main idea. Keep only sentences that directly advance the central argument.
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What is the best general rule for choosing where to place a new sentence?
What is the best general rule for choosing where to place a new sentence?
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Place it where it most logically supports nearby related ideas. Position creates the strongest connection with surrounding content.
Place it where it most logically supports nearby related ideas. Position creates the strongest connection with surrounding content.
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What is a common cohesion problem involving repeated nouns?
What is a common cohesion problem involving repeated nouns?
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Overrepetition without pronouns or synonyms to connect smoothly. Choppy repetition instead of smooth pronoun or synonym variation.
Overrepetition without pronouns or synonyms to connect smoothly. Choppy repetition instead of smooth pronoun or synonym variation.
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Which option best describes the purpose of consistent verb tense in a passage?
Which option best describes the purpose of consistent verb tense in a passage?
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To maintain a stable time frame and avoid confusing shifts. Prevents jarring shifts that distract from content flow.
To maintain a stable time frame and avoid confusing shifts. Prevents jarring shifts that distract from content flow.
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Which option best describes the purpose of consistent point of view?
Which option best describes the purpose of consistent point of view?
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To avoid confusing shifts among I, you, we, and they. Maintains clear perspective without confusing pronoun switches.
To avoid confusing shifts among I, you, we, and they. Maintains clear perspective without confusing pronoun switches.
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What is the best rule for answering “Should this paragraph be moved?” questions?
What is the best rule for answering “Should this paragraph be moved?” questions?
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Move it to where it best supports the passage’s overall progression. Consider how the paragraph fits the passage's logical development.
Move it to where it best supports the passage’s overall progression. Consider how the paragraph fits the passage's logical development.
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Identify the best transition for contrast: “The method is fast; ___, it is inaccurate.”
Identify the best transition for contrast: “The method is fast; ___, it is inaccurate.”
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However. Signals opposition between the two contrasting qualities mentioned.
However. Signals opposition between the two contrasting qualities mentioned.
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Identify the best transition for example: “Many insects communicate chemically; ___, ants use pheromones.”
Identify the best transition for example: “Many insects communicate chemically; ___, ants use pheromones.”
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For instance. Introduces a specific case that proves the general chemical communication claim.
For instance. Introduces a specific case that proves the general chemical communication claim.
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Identify the best placement: A sentence defines “bioluminescence” right after the term appears.
Identify the best placement: A sentence defines “bioluminescence” right after the term appears.
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Place it immediately after the sentence introducing the term. Definitions should directly follow the terms they explain.
Place it immediately after the sentence introducing the term. Definitions should directly follow the terms they explain.
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Identify the unity error: A paragraph about solar panels includes a sentence about wind turbines’ history.
Identify the unity error: A paragraph about solar panels includes a sentence about wind turbines’ history.
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The wind-turbine sentence is off-topic and should be deleted. Wind turbines don't relate to the solar panel focus.
The wind-turbine sentence is off-topic and should be deleted. Wind turbines don't relate to the solar panel focus.
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Choose the word that signals additional emphasis.
Choose the word that signals additional emphasis.
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Moreover. This word adds weight and importance to additional information.
Moreover. This word adds weight and importance to additional information.
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Which word can introduce an example?
Which word can introduce an example?
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For instance. This phrase signals that a specific example will follow.
For instance. This phrase signals that a specific example will follow.
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Identify a transition that indicates a sequence.
Identify a transition that indicates a sequence.
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First. This word shows the beginning of a chronological order.
First. This word shows the beginning of a chronological order.
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Identify a transition that can introduce a new point.
Identify a transition that can introduce a new point.
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Additionally. This word signals that more information will be provided.
Additionally. This word signals that more information will be provided.
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Identify a transition word that indicates cause and effect.
Identify a transition word that indicates cause and effect.
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Because. This word shows that what follows explains why something happened.
Because. This word shows that what follows explains why something happened.
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Identify a phrase that introduces a restatement.
Identify a phrase that introduces a restatement.
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In other words. This phrase signals that the same idea will be expressed differently.
In other words. This phrase signals that the same idea will be expressed differently.
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What is parallel structure, and why does it support cohesion?
What is parallel structure, and why does it support cohesion?
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Matching grammatical forms; it makes comparisons and lists clear. Creates rhythm and emphasizes relationships between equal ideas.
Matching grammatical forms; it makes comparisons and lists clear. Creates rhythm and emphasizes relationships between equal ideas.
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Identify the transition that signifies an additional point.
Identify the transition that signifies an additional point.
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Moreover. Strengthens arguments with extra support.
Moreover. Strengthens arguments with extra support.
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What word signals a clarification of a previous statement?
What word signals a clarification of a previous statement?
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To clarify. Makes unclear statements more precise.
To clarify. Makes unclear statements more precise.
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What word signals a conclusion based on evidence?
What word signals a conclusion based on evidence?
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Thus. Draws logical conclusions from evidence.
Thus. Draws logical conclusions from evidence.
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