Practice Question
Which of the following sentences is likely to be found in a descriptive passage about a county fair?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
The Ferris wheel rose high above the midway, illuminating the night sky
Rationale:
🎡 Descriptive Language: This sentence uses vivid imagery ("rose high," "illuminating the night sky") to paint a picture of the scene, which is a hallmark of descriptive writing.
🎡 Sensory Detail: The description appeals to the sense of sight, helping the reader visualize the atmosphere of the fair.
🎡 Focus on Setting: Descriptive passages often aim to capture mood, setting, or appearance, and this sentence beautifully sets the scene at the fair.
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This question is from Teas 7 English & Language Use~2023 Exam 1 which contains 33 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: ATI TEAS
- Subcategory: English &Language use Exam(s)
- Domain: English & Language Use~2023
- Answer Choices: 4
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