HiSET Language Arts - Writing Exam Prep

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Which section of the following passage needs to be edited for incorrect spelling, incorrect grammar, inappropriate word choice or wordiness?
  1. “Were you able to illicit
  2. the response that you wanted
  3. by asking that inane question?”
  4. Stephan asked him.
Explanation
Answer: A -Corrected version: “Were you able to elicit

Illicit should be changed to elicit. Elicit is a verb that means to draw out a feeling, emotion or response. Illicit is an adjective that means improper or forbidden.
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