ACT Success - English Practice #2

In the passages that follow, certain  words and phrases appear in brackets { }. In the questions, you will find alternatives for the bracketed part. In most cases, you are to choose the option that best expresses the idea, makes the statement appropriate for standard written English, or is worded  most consistently with the style and tone of the passage as a whole. If you think the original version is best,  choose “NO CHANGE.” 
You will also find questions about a section of the passage, or about the passage as a whole. These questions  do not refer to a bracketed portion of the passage. For each question, choose the alternative you consider  best. Read each passage through once before you begin to answer the questions that accompany it. For many of the questions, you must read several sentences beyond the question to determine the answer.

Source 1

[1] In 2024, online communities have become more than just digital hangouts—they're transforming how people connect and share {their} passions. Platforms like Reddit and Discord have {seen a surged} in users, with Reddit adding over 150 million members since 2019 and Discord reaching {200 millions monthly} active users. This growth highlights a shift towards digital spaces where people find and form communities around their {specific} interests. 
[2] Interestingly, this online shift has not diminished the value of {in person} experiences. Cities worldwide {is breathing} new life into abandoned spaces, turning them into vibrant cultural hubs. For example, Sydney’s White Bay Power Station will host the 2024 Biennale, opening to the public for the first time {in nearly a century of being closed}. People seem to crave these dynamic environments that offer more than just entertainment—they seek places that spark imagination and foster real-world connections. 
[3] Meanwhile, Gen Z is making {there} mark, steering cultural conversations on issues like digital privacy, economic fairness, and environmental sustainability. They see AI and influencers, not traditional brands, as major cultural drivers. Many expect AI to reshape society in unprecedented ways. Instead of following conventional norms, they use social media to advocate for changes they want to see, pushing for more inclusive and just communities. 
[4] Overall, the interplay between online and offline worlds is reshaping how people engage with culture, driven largely by the values and ambitions of {younger generations}. This evolving landscape reflects a society adapting to new forms of community and expression, where digital innovation and real-world experiences blend to create richer, more {connected lives.}

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Question 1

Multiple choice

In 2024, online communities have become more than just digital hangouts—they're transforming how people connect and share {their} passions. What is the best version of the selection in brackets?

NO CHANGE
there
they’re
its

Question 2

Multiple choice

Platforms like Reddit and Discord have {seen a surged} in users, with Reddit adding over 150 million members since 2019 and Discord reaching 200 millions monthly active users. Which choice most effectively corrects the selection in brackets?

NO CHANGE
saw a surge
see a surge
seen surging

Question 3

Multiple choice

Platforms like Reddit and Discord have seen a surge in users, with Reddit adding over 150 million members since 2019 and Discord reaching {200 millions monthly} active users. What is the best version of the selection in brackets?

NO CHANGE
200 million monthly
200 million’s monthly
200 millions month

Question 4

Multiple choice

This growth highlights a shift towards digital spaces where people find and form communities around their {specific} interests. Which of the following alternatives to the selection in brackets would best fit the context of the sentence?

NO CHANGE
specified
specially
particular

Question 5

Multiple choice

Interestingly, this online shift has not diminished the value of {in person} experiences. Which version of the selection in brackets is most appropriate?

NO CHANGE
in-person
in persons
on person

Question 6

Multiple choice

Cities worldwide {is breathing} new life into abandoned spaces, turning them into vibrant cultural hubs. Which choice best corrects the selection in brackets?

NO CHANGE
have breathed
are breathing
have been breathing

Question 7

Multiple choice

For example, Sydney’s White Bay Power Station will host the 2024 Biennale, opening to the public for the first time {in nearly a century of being closed}. What is the most effective revision of the selection in brackets?

NO CHANGE
in nearly a century since it closed
in almost a hundred years
in nearly a century of closure

Question 8

Multiple choice

Meanwhile, Gen Z is making {there} mark, steering cultural conversations on issues like digital privacy, economic fairness, and environmental sustainability. What is the best version of the selection in brackets?

NO CHANGE
their
they're
its

Question 9

Multiple choice

Overall, the interplay between online and offline worlds is reshaping how people engage with culture, driven largely by the values and ambitions of {younger generations}. Which choice offers the best alternative to the selection in brackets?

NO CHANGE
younger generation’s
young generations
the younger generation

Question 10

Multiple choice

This evolving landscape reflects a society adapting to new forms of community and expression, where digital innovation and real-world experiences blend to create richer, more {connected lives.} What is the best version of the selection in brackets?

NO CHANGE
connected life
connecting lives
connected liveliness

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