Common Grammar Errors Quiz

Questions and Answers

Which of the following sentences contains an incorrect use of a frequently confused word?

We should've called earlier.

They're going to the concert tonight.

He could've won the game.

I could care less about the outcome. (correct)

Identify the sentence that has a subject-verb agreement error.

Neither of the answers are correct.

The team were celebrating their victory. (correct)

Each of the players has a responsibility.

The committee meets every Monday.

Which option correctly fixes the pronoun error in the following sentence? 'Everyone should bring their books to class.'

Everyone should bring her books to class.

Everyone should bring their book to class.

Everyone should bring his books to class.

Everyone should bring his or her book to class. (correct)

Which of the following sentences uses a frequently confused word incorrectly?

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Select the sentence that demonstrates a subject-verb agreement error.

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Study Notes

Frequently Confused Words

"Should of" is incorrect; the correct phrase is "should have."
Common confusion between "effect" (result) and "affect" (to influence).
Misuse of "there" (location), "their" (possessive), and "they're" (contraction of they are).

Subject-Verb Agreement Errors

Ensure the subject and verb agree in number; e.g., "She runs" (singular) is correct, while "She run" is incorrect.
In sentences with collective nouns, determine whether the group acts as a single unit or as individuals to choose the correct verb form.
Don't confuse subjects with intervening phrases; focus on the main subject to ensure agreement.

Pronoun Errors

Use singular pronouns for singular antecedents; "Everyone should bring his or her book to class" is correct, while "Everyone should bring their books" is incorrect.
In cases of indefinite pronouns like "everyone," "anyone," and "someone," a singular pronoun is typically required.
Maintain clarity by ensuring pronouns clearly refer back to specific nouns and avoid ambiguity in sentences.

Description

Test your knowledge of frequently confused words, subject-verb agreement, and pronoun errors. This quiz will help you identify common pitfalls in English grammar and improve your writing clarity. Join now to sharpen your skills!