Grammar and Sentence Structure

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Which sentence demonstrates correct subject-verb agreement?

Mathematics are a challenging subject for many students.
The team of researchers are presenting their findings tomorrow.
Neither the cat nor the dogs is getting fed until later. (correct)
Each of the students have completed the assignment.

Identify the sentence with a dangling modifier.

To succeed in college, students must attend classes.
Having completed the project, she submitted it to her manager.
After finishing the race, the runner collapsed from exhaustion.
While baking a cake, the oven started to smoke. (correct)

Which of the following is the BEST revision of the following run-on sentence: 'The rain was pouring down the game was cancelled'?

Because the rain was pouring down, the game was cancelled and everyone went home.
The rain was pouring down, and the game was cancelled. (correct)
The rain was pouring down, the game was cancelled.
The rain was pouring down but the game was cancelled.

Which sentence uses the correct form of 'there,' 'their,' or 'they're'?

They're planning a trip to Italy next summer. (C) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of vocabulary development, what is the MOST effective way to infer the meaning of an unknown word?

Using context clues from the surrounding sentences to deduce its meaning. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences contains an example of personification?

The old house groaned under the weight of the snow. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which form of the verb 'to be' correctly completes the following sentence: 'Neither the students nor their professor _____ able to attend the conference.'

was (D) Signup and view all the answers

Identify the sentence that uses 'affect' and 'effect' correctly.

His speech did not affect the crowd as he had intended. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences is a compound sentence?

The sun was shining, and the birds were singing. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence uses the past perfect tense correctly?

I had finished my homework before I went to bed. (D) Signup and view all the answers

In vocabulary development, what is the role of understanding word roots, prefixes, and suffixes?

It enables learners to guess the meaning of unfamiliar words. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences uses a semicolon correctly?

I went to the store; I bought milk, eggs, and bread. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence is an example of hyperbole?

I've told you a million times to clean your room! (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following strategies would be LEAST effective for improving writing skills?

Avoiding reading to develop a unique writing style. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which word is an example of academic vocabulary?

Analyze (D) Signup and view all the answers

Select the best sentence to follow this statement: 'Effective communication begins with active listening; _________'

similarly, feedback is essential for understanding. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence includes a misplaced modifier:

Covered in moss, the hikers admired the ancient trees. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using transition words in writing?

To create a clear connection between ideas and sentences. (B) Signup and view all the answers

In formal writing, which of the following should be avoided?

Using contractions and colloquialisms. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence uses the apostrophe correctly to show possession?

The child's book was on the shelf. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Grammar

The system and structure of a language, including syntax, morphology, and phonology.

Vocabulary Development

The process of learning and acquiring new words to improve communication.