RLA Practice Test 2

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RLA Practice Test 2

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Passage: Hybrid cars combine gas and electric power, improving fuel efficiency. They cost more upfront but save money long-term. Maintenance can be more complex.
Which is the best summary?

A) Hybrid cars are perfect

B) Hybrids have advantages and disadvantages

C) Gas cars are better

D) Electric cars always save money

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Which sentence is clearest?

A) Looking through the window, the mountains looked beautiful.

B) The mountains looked beautiful looking through the window.

C) Through the window, the mountains looked beautiful.

D) Looking through the window, I thought the mountains looked beautiful.

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Which TWO are comma splices (incorrectly joined sentences)?

A) It's cold outside, bring a jacket.

B) I studied; I passed.

C) The movie was long, I fell asleep.

D) After the show, we left.

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Informal: Can’t make it to the meeting. See ya later.
Formal: .

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Passage: Because the highway was closed, commuters used side streets, causing congestion.
What was the effect of the highway closure?

A) Faster commutes

B) Side street congestion

C) Highway repairs

D) Happier commuters

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Which TWO sentences use parallel structure correctly?

A) She likes to read, writing, and to dance.

B) He enjoys reading, writing, and dancing.

C) They need to learn, to grow, and to succeed.

D) We will study, practice, and success.

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Scenario: An article about recycling on a plastic manufacturer’s website says recycling is ineffective. What should you consider?

A) The source may be biased

B) All articles are true

C) Recycling is definitely bad

D) Manufacturers are always honest

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Sentence: This is the _____ interesting book I’ve ever read.

A) more

B) most

C) much

D) very

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Passage: Walking 30 minutes daily reduces heart disease risk. It improves mood and requires no equipment. Consistency is key.
Which TWO details support walking’s health benefits?

A) Reduces heart disease risk

B) Requires no equipment

C) Improves mood

D) Consistency is key

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Sentence: We your prompt attention to this matter.

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Passage: While technology offers convenience, we must not lose human connection. Face-to-face conversations build empathy in ways screens cannot.
The author’s point of view is:

A) Technology is always bad

B) Human interaction is valuable

C) Screens are better than talking

D) We should avoid technology

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Which sentence uses quotation marks correctly?

A) She asked, "Are you coming"?

B) My favorite story is "The Lottery."

C) The teacher assigned "Chapter 3" for homework.

D) "Don't be late", he warned.

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Sentence: The results were surprising they contradicted our hypothesis.
Which TWO corrections would fix this sentence?

A) Add a semicolon after "surprising"

B) Add "and" after "surprising"

C) Change "were" to "was"

D) Capitalize "surprising"

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Passage: Employees must complete cybersecurity training by December 1st. Training takes 2 hours online. Failure to comply results in account suspension.
What happens if training isn’t completed?

A) You get a bonus

B) Your account is suspended

C) Training takes 3 hours

D) You must do it in person

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Sentence: going to be late if not careful.

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Sentence: If it rains tomorrow, we _____ cancel the picnic.

A) would

B) will

C) would have

D) had

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Which TWO words best complete this sentence?
“The _____ speaker captivated the audience.”

A) boring

B) eloquent

C) confusing

D) charismatic

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Passage: Schools that start later in the morning see improved attendance and better test scores. Students report feeling more rested.
What is a logical conclusion?

A) All schools should start later

B) Sleep affects academic performance

C) Tests are unfair

D) Students are lazy

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Sentence: She has worked here 2019.

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Which TWO sentences need commas?

A) Yes I understand.

B) Nevertheless we must try.

C) After the storm we assessed damage.

D) The book on the table is mine.

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Which password is MOST secure?

A) password123

B) JohnSmith

C) 7fR#kP9!mV

D) 12345678

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Passage: The manager’s ultimatum was clear: meet the deadline or lose the contract.
What does “ultimatum” mean?

A) Suggestion

B) Request

C) Final demand with consequences

D) Question

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Sentence: On vacation, we enjoy swimming, hiking, and .

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Sentence: Every one of the employees have finished their training the certificates will be printed tomorrow.
Which TWO errors are present?

A) "have" should be "has"

B) A comma cannot connect two complete sentences

C) "employees" should be "employee"

D) "certificates" should be "certificate's"

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Passage: The union voted 85% in favor of the new contract. Wages will increase 3% annually for three years.
What can be inferred from this passage?

A) Workers were satisfied with the contract

B) The old contract expired

C) Wages will decrease next year

D) The vote was split 50/50

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Sentence: The winner of the award was _____.

A) her

B) she

C) hers

D) herself

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Passage: Online learning offers flexibility for working students. Course completion rates are 10% lower than in-person classes, but student satisfaction is high. Technical issues are the main complaint.
Which TWO details support the claim that online learning has benefits?

A) Flexibility for working students

B) 10% lower completion rates

C) High student satisfaction

D) Technical issues are the main complaint

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Sentence: The of the problem became clear only after reviewing all the data.

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Passage: Warning: This product contains chemicals known to cause cancer and birth defects.
The author’s primary purpose is:

A) To entertain

B) To persuade you to buy it

C) To inform about risks

D) To describe the ingredients

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Which sentence uses hyphens correctly?

A) The well known author signed books.

B) The well-known author signed books.

C) The author is well known for his signature.

D) Both B and C

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Sentence: The teacher assigned homework, the students groaned loudly.
Which TWO corrections would fix this sentence?

A) Add a semicolon after "homework"

B) Add "and" after the comma

C) Change "assigned" to "assigns"

D) Make "the" students lowercase

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Passage: To reset your password, click “Forgot Password” on the login page. Enter your email address and check your inbox for a reset link. The link expires after 24 hours.
What happens after 24 hours?

A) Your email is deleted

B) The reset link expires

C) Your password automatically resets

D) You must create a new account

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Sentence: The instructions were confusing; , the assembly took three hours.

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Passage: The contractor’s precise measurements ensured the cabinets fit perfectly.
What does “precise” mean in this context?

A) Approximate

B) Exact and accurate

C) Quick

D) Expensive

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Sentence: The data shows that employees is more productive when they works from home.
Which TWO errors exist in this sentence?

A) "shows" should be "show"

B) "is" should be "are"

C) "they works" should be "they work"

D) "productive" is spelled incorrectly

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Passage: The company’s profits fell 15% after the CEO’s controversial comments went viral on social media. Several major investors sold their shares.
What can be inferred from this passage?

A) The CEO's comments affected the company negatively

B) The company was already failing

C) Social media is unimportant

D) Investors are always quick to sell

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Which is a complete sentence?

A) Because the internet was down.

B) Working late into the night.

C) The project was finally completed.

D) Although it was difficult.

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Sentence: Neither the students nor the teacher _____ the answer.

A) know

B) knows

C) knowing

D) to know

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Passage: The city’s recycling program has doubled participation since adding curb-side pickup. Landfill waste decreased by 35%, and residents report high satisfaction.
Which TWO details provide the strongest evidence that the program is successful?

A) Doubled participation

B) Added curb-side pickup

C) Landfill waste decreased 35%

D) Residents report satisfaction

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Scenario: Which source is LEAST reliable for a research paper on climate change?

A) A peer-reviewed science journal

B) A NASA website (.gov)

C) A personal blog with no sources cited

D) A university research study (.edu)

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Passage: We regret to inform you that your application cannot be processed at this time due to incomplete documentation. Please submit the missing forms within 14 days to continue.
The tone of this message is:

A) Angry and hostile

B) Formal and informative

C) Enthusiastic and friendly

D) Sarcastic and rude

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Passage: Despite the product’s high price, sales increased 20% after the celebrity endorsement. Competitors immediately lowered their prices.
Competitors likely lowered prices because they .

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Sentence: Please send the package to Springfield Illinois before October 1 2024.
Which TWO punctuation marks are needed to make this sentence correct?

A) Comma after "Springfield"

B) Comma after "Illinois"

C) Comma after "1"

D) Period after "2024"

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Sentence: The committee _____ divided on this issue.

A) are

B) is

C) were

D) be

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Passage: Local libraries now offer more than books. Patrons can borrow tools, musical instruments, and even museum passes. These additions aim to serve community needs and attract new visitors.
What is the main idea of this passage?

A) Libraries are replacing books

B) Libraries are expanding services beyond books

C) Museum passes are expensive

D) Tools are popular

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