quiz 5181477 2

Three passages out of the four in each question contain sentence fragments or run on sentences. Choose the one correct sentence that is error free.

 

1.        

 

A)     Taking classes at night helps me develop my job skills it also works well with my schedule.

B)     Taking classes at night helps me develop my job skills, it also works well with my schedule.

C)   Taking classes at night helps me develop my job skills; it also works well with my schedule.

D)  Taking classes at night helps me develop my job skills. And also works well with my schedule.

 

2. 

 

A)     There are several good techniques for cleaning a room. For example, starting at the top of the room.

B)     If time is limited, don’t worry, you can set aside fifteen minutes a day until you are done.

C)     Label a box for items to be donated. And another one for trash.

D)     When dealing with clutter, try to find a place for each item the first time you pick it up.

 

3. 

 

A)     Both authors use imagery in their writing, it helps them create more vivid descriptions.

B)     The beach has become crowded lately I don’t even like to go there.

C)     Each trainer at the gym has been educated about gym safety and knows how to use all of the equipment.

D)     The health effects of pesticides are not completely known, scientists continue to research this topic.                 

 

4. 

 

A)     Check the library’s hours before you leave; it closes early on some days.

B)     An advisor can help students understand their degree plans. To help with course selection.

C)     We take our dog to be groomed once a month. Although it is expensive.

D)     Why bother making the bed, it will just get messed up again tomorrow.

 

5. 

 

A)     Joseph had laser eye surgery. Because he wanted to drive without glasses.

B)     Joseph had laser eye surgery. To be able to drive without glasses.

C)     Joseph had laser eye surgery, he wanted to drive without glasses.

D)     Joseph had laser eye surgery because he wanted to drive without glasses.

 

6. 

 

A)     The Italian restaurant down the street is pretty good. Even though the service is slow.

B)     We usually go there once a week, I always order ravioli.

C)     If the weather is nice, we’ll sit outside, but the dining room is also pleasant.

D)     I recommend ordering dessert the tiramisu is delicious.

 

Questions 7 12

Fill in the blank with the correct verb that agrees in number with the subject. Choose from those listed in parentheses.

 

7.         The executive committee ___________ its decisions through our newsletter. (publicizes, publicize)

 

8.         The children or the babysitter ____________ going to clean up that mess. (is, are)

 

9.         Sprawled across the floor ____________ numerous clues to who committed the crime. (was, were)

 

10.       There ____________ four areas of the park in which dogs are welcome. (is, are)

           

11.        A cup of tea and a good TV show ____________ me relax after a long day. (helps, help)

           

12.        A full box of cookies ____________ too tempting for the children to pass up. (was, were)

 

 

Questions 13 16

Choose the sentence that uses correct parallel structure.

 

13.      

 

A)The types of music I enjoy are pop, R&B, and relaxing to jazz.

B)   The types of music I enjoy are pop, jazz, and R&B is my favorite.

C)   I enjoy listening to pop, R&B, and jazz.

D)I enjoy listening to pop, R&B, and also like jazz.

 

14.      

 

A) The volunteers gathered their supplies, loaded the truck, and set off for the work site.

B)   The volunteers gathered their supplies, loaded the truck, and they all set off for the work site.

C)   The volunteers gathered their supplies, are loading the truck, and set off for the work site.

D)The volunteers are gathering their supplies, loaded the truck, and setting off for the work site.

 

15.      

 

A)Craig always keeps his cell phone with him to check his email, update his calendar, and it has all his contacts in it.

B)   Craig always keeps his cell phone with him to check his email, update his calendar, and contacting his friends.

C)   Craig always keeps his cell phone with him to check his email, update his calendar, and contact his friends.

D)Craig always keeps his cell phone with him to check his email, update his calendar, and mainly he wants to contact friends.

 

16.      

 

A)By participating in school meetings, students learn to listen to others, express their own concerns, and they take turns leading the meeting.

B)   By participating in school meetings, students learn to listen to others, express their own concerns, and lead a meeting.

C)   By participating in school meetings, students learn to listen to others, express their own concerns, and to lead a meeting.

D)By participating in school meetings, students learn to listen to others, express their own concerns, and leading the meeting.

 

 

Questions 17 22

Select the sentence that uses correct punctuation

 

17.      

 

A)        Mother said that I should buy milk on the way home if the store is open.

B)         Mother said I should buy milk on the way home if the store is “open.”

C)         Mother said, that I should, buy milk on the way home if the store is open.

D)        Mother said “that I should buy milk on the way home if the store is open.”

 

18.      

 

A)        The mainstream media does’nt always report on the stories’ I want to hear.

B)         The mainstream media doesn’t always report on the story’s I want to hear.

C)         The mainstream media doesn’t always report on the stories I want to hear.

D)        The mainstream media doesnt always report on the stories I want to hear.

 

19.      

 

A)        Although, electronic cigarettes produce no smoke some areas have still moved to ban them.

B)         Although electronic cigarettes produce no smoke, some areas have still moved to ban them.

C)         Although electronic cigarettes produce no smoke some areas, have still moved to ban them.

D)        Although, electronic cigarettes produce no smoke, some areas have still moved to ban them.

 

20.      

 

A)        The city installed expensive gunshot detection cameras in 2012 but, they have not been effective at identifying shooters.

B)         The city installed expensive gunshot detection cameras, in 2012 but they have not been effective at identifying shooters.

C)         The city installed expensive gunshot detection cameras in 2012 but they have not been effective at identifying shooters.

D)        The city installed expensive gunshot detection cameras in 2012, but they have not been effective at identifying shooters.

 

21.      

 

A)        The STEM club, which meets weekly encourages students to explore topics in science, technology, and mathematics.

B)         The STEM club, which meets weekly, encourages students to explore topics in science, technology, and mathematics.

C)         The STEM club which, meets weekly, encourages students to explore topics in science, technology, and mathematics.

D)        The STEM club which meets weekly encourages students to explore topics in science, technology, and mathematics.

 

22.      

 

A)        Because of the unusually snowy winter some school districts have extended the school day to make up for lost time.

B)         Because, of the unusually snowy winter, some school districts have extended the school day to make up for lost time.

C)         Because of the unusually snowy winter, some school districts have extended the school day to make up for lost time.

D)        Because of the unusually snowy winter, some school districts, have extended the school day to make up for lost time.

 

 

Questions 23 24

Select the sentence with no errors in capitalization.

 

23.      

 

A)        There is one goal that Traci put before all others: graduating by December.

B)         My Mother and Father are hoping that I will move out by next year.

C)         Visiting the eiffel tower was an unforgettable experience.

D)        Jordan is studying Psychology with a minor in Anthropology.

 

24.      

 

A)        We plan to visit a Theme Park during our next weekend trip.

B)         Driving East in the morning can irritate one’s eyes because of the sun.

C)         The Presidents’ Day picnic will be held at Fairview Park.

D)        The President of our Book Club will preside over the monthly meeting.

 

 

 

Section II: Revising Sentences

Each question in this section is worth 2 points.

 

 

 

Questions 25 30

Rewrite the passages to eliminate any sentence fragments or run on sentences.

 

 

25.Running is my favorite part of the triathlon, biking’s the worst.

 

 

26.There are many foods commonly eaten in Latin American countries. For example rice and beans.

 

 

27.Speaking more than one language is not confusing for a child, it is a good experience. Although it can be challenging when the child speaks languages the parents don’t.

 

 

28.Smaller airports offer the convenience of shorter lines, parking is closer. Though destinations may be limited.

 

 

29.Teaching Rex to sit was easy, it was fetch that he wasn’t so good at. But eventually mastered.

 

 

30.Mobile phones are great tools they can also interfere with one’s life.

 

 

 

Questions 31 35

Revise the sentences to eliminate errors in pronoun use.

 

31.I work much better when the boss doesn’t hover over you with instructions on what to do. 

 

 

32.My older brother is an electrician, but I’m not interested in it.

 

 

33.I discovered when I went to sell my old textbooks that they’ve put out new editions, and nobody wants to buy them.

 

 

34.If the team leader wants to hold a meeting, then they should choose a time that is convenient for everyone.

 

 

35.When an athlete is getting ready for competition, you have to be mentally and physically prepared.

 

Questions 36 40

Each passage contains one or more shifts in tense. Revise each passage so that it maintains consistent tense.

 

36.A deer makes its way cautiously out of the woods and steps into the meadow, but when a flock of geese flies noisily overhead, the deer ran back to the shelter of the trees.

 

 

37.As I look through the file folder, I wonder if I might have thrown away this month’s bank statement by accident. Then I remembered that I brought it to work and never brought it home.

 

 

38.Martin stayed home from work when his son had the flu, and he discovered just how busy a day at home can be. His son was constantly asking for drinks and wants to be entertained.

 

 

39.When we decided to throw a surprise party, we had no idea it would be so surprising for everyone. We were waiting for the guest of honor to show up at the front door when suddenly he sneaks in from the back door and yells “Surprise!”

 

 

40.When the kids arrived at the field, their coach was waiting for them. To their surprise, he says, “Come on! We’ve been waiting for you.”

 

 

Questions 41 46

Correct the passages by adding punctuation. The punctuation marks you may need are quotation marks, commas, apostrophes, question marks, exclamation marks, and periods.

 

41.Do you ever wonder about the future of the Internet asked George What will be the browser of the future

 

 

42.Sally told me that my socks were dirty my shoes were unpolished and my shirt was wrinkled but I didn’t pay any attention to her because I was in a hurry

 

 

43.Weve decided that the groups presentation will be on conserving water

 

     

44.The passengers hurried toward the trains platform as the conductor shouted All aboard

 

 

45.Saving money staying healthy and spending time with family are three reasons to eat more meals at home

 

 

46.       When looking at a web page ask yourself whether the information comes from a reliable source