SAT Reading & Writing: Expression of Ideas + Standard English Conventions

Boundaries are constraints that limit creativity and freedom of expression.

Boundaries are organizational tools that enhance clarity and structure in writing.

Boundaries are stylistic elements used to impress readers with complex language.

Boundaries are arbitrary divisions that writers use to meet word count requirements.

To increase the word count and meet assignment requirements.

To confuse the reader and challenge their comprehension skills.

To improve clarity and emphasize key points, guiding the reader through the text.

To make the writing sound more sophisticated and academic.

Adding more complex vocabulary to make the writing sound more intelligent.

Breaking the paragraph into multiple smaller paragraphs, each focusing on a single idea.

Removing all transitional phrases to create a sense of abruptness and urgency.

Increasing the font size to draw attention to the most important sentences.

A complex metaphor

A detailed anecdote

A paragraph

An obscure reference

Limit discussion to specific areas.

Focus on particular themes or topics.

Set chronological limits.

Smoothly shift between ideas.

The passage lacks clear boundaries, making it difficult to follow the argument.

The passage uses spatial boundaries to contrast different coastal ecosystems.

The passage uses paragraphs to separate distinct effects of climate change, enhancing clarity.

The passage relies solely on time markers to structure the information.

To confuse the reader with unexpected twists.

To arrange ideas in a way that makes sense.

To randomly present information without any order.

To overwhelm the reader with excessive detail.

Presenting information in a random order to keep the reader engaged.

Developing and supporting a central argument throughout the essay.

Focusing on minor details and avoiding the main points.

Using overly complex language to impress the reader.

They introduce new ideas at the end of the paragraph and summarize key points at the beginning.

They serve no purpose in paragraph structure.

They introduce new ideas at the start of paragraphs and summarize key points at the end, creating clear divisions.

They confuse the reader with unnecessary information.

The passage lacks strategic boundaries, making it unpersuasive.

The passage uses rhetorical questions and contrasting statements to present a balanced perspective, enhancing persuasiveness.

The passage relies solely on repetition to persuade the reader.

The passage uses complex jargon to confuse the reader and force them to agree.