ACCESS Grammar and Language Structure Flashcards
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What is a 'relative clause,' and at which ACCESS proficiency level are students typically expected to use them correctly?
Answer: A dependent clause introduced by 'who,' 'which,' or 'that' to modify a noun, typically expected at Level 4–5
A relative clause (e.g., 'the student who passed the test') modifies a noun using relative pronouns, and accurate use is typically seen in ACCESS Levels 4–5 writing and speaking.
In the context of ACCESS Language Arts tasks, what does 'register' refer to?
Answer: The level of formality and style of language used, adjusted for context and audience
Register refers to adapting language formality and style to the situation—academic writing requires formal register, while casual conversation uses informal register.
Why might an ACCESS writing task scorer note 'run-on sentences' as an error in an ELL's response?
Answer: Two or more independent clauses were joined without proper punctuation or a coordinating conjunction
Run-on sentences occur when independent clauses are fused together without a period, semicolon, or coordinating conjunction, creating a grammatical error that affects clarity.
Which grammatical concept is tested when ACCESS asks ELLs to correctly use 'few,' 'a few,' 'little,' and 'a little'?
Answer: Quantifier use with count and non-count nouns
'Few/a few' modify count nouns while 'little/a little' modify non-count nouns, and correct usage demonstrates understanding of the count/non-count noun distinction in English.
On ACCESS writing rubrics, what does the criterion 'development and organization' primarily assess?
Answer: How well the student structures ideas logically with a clear beginning, middle, and end
Development and organization on ACCESS rubrics evaluate whether the student presents ideas in a logical, coherent structure with a clear introduction, body, and conclusion.
What grammatical challenge do modal verbs like 'can,' 'should,' 'must,' and 'might' present for ELLs on ACCESS speaking and writing tasks?
Answer: They require understanding of nuance and degree of certainty or obligation, which varies by context
Modal verbs express subtle meanings such as ability, permission, necessity, or possibility, and choosing the correct modal for the intended meaning is a sophisticated skill assessed at higher ACCESS levels.