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In a sentence using 'neither...nor,' which noun determines the verb agreement?
In a sentence using 'neither...nor,' which noun determines the verb agreement?
- The first noun in the sentence.
- The noun closest to 'nor'. (correct)
- The noun that is the subject of the sentence.
- The noun closest to 'neither'.
Which sentence demonstrates correct semicolon usage to connect two closely related independent clauses?
Which sentence demonstrates correct semicolon usage to connect two closely related independent clauses?
- The play was engaging; however, the venue was not easily accessible. (correct)
- He went to the store; to buy milk, eggs, and bread.
- The dog barked loudly; and the cat hissed in response.
- She enjoys baking; but often lacks the necessary ingredients.
In transforming the sentence 'The team captain made the announcement' into passive voice, which structure is correct?
In transforming the sentence 'The team captain made the announcement' into passive voice, which structure is correct?
- The announcement was made by the team captain. (correct)
- The announcement is making by the team captain.
- The announcement was make by the team captain.
- The team captain was made by the announcement.
Which of the following words is the correct plural form of 'criterion'?
Which of the following words is the correct plural form of 'criterion'?
In the sentence '_____ do you think will be chosen for the lead role?', which word correctly fills the blank?
In the sentence '_____ do you think will be chosen for the lead role?', which word correctly fills the blank?
Which sentence contains a misplaced modifier that creates ambiguity or an illogical meaning?
Which sentence contains a misplaced modifier that creates ambiguity or an illogical meaning?
Which sentence demonstrates correct parallel structure?
Which sentence demonstrates correct parallel structure?
In the sentence 'Despite the challenges, they persisted,' what part of speech is the word 'despite'?
In the sentence 'Despite the challenges, they persisted,' what part of speech is the word 'despite'?
Which of the following sentences is punctuated correctly?
Which of the following sentences is punctuated correctly?
Which sentence demonstrates correct capitalization?
Which sentence demonstrates correct capitalization?
In the sentence 'She will call after she finishes work', which type of clause is 'after she finishes work'?
In the sentence 'She will call after she finishes work', which type of clause is 'after she finishes work'?
Choose the sentence with the correct past perfect form of the verb: 'Before the movie started, they _____ already _____ their tickets.'
Choose the sentence with the correct past perfect form of the verb: 'Before the movie started, they _____ already _____ their tickets.'
In the sentence 'The students eagerly completed the assignment', what part of speech is the word 'eagerly'?
In the sentence 'The students eagerly completed the assignment', what part of speech is the word 'eagerly'?
Which sentence correctly uses a dash for emphasis or to indicate an abrupt break?
Which sentence correctly uses a dash for emphasis or to indicate an abrupt break?
Which of the following is a complex sentence?
Which of the following is a complex sentence?
In the sentence, 'The chef prepared the meal, and he served it', what is the antecedent of the pronoun 'he'?
In the sentence, 'The chef prepared the meal, and he served it', what is the antecedent of the pronoun 'he'?
Which sentence demonstrates the correct use of an apostrophe to show possession?
Which sentence demonstrates the correct use of an apostrophe to show possession?
What is the infinitive form of the verb in the sentence: “They needed to complete the project by Friday”?
What is the infinitive form of the verb in the sentence: “They needed to complete the project by Friday”?
Which of the following sentences demonstrates correct subject-verb agreement?
Which of the following sentences demonstrates correct subject-verb agreement?
What is the primary function of a colon in a sentence?
What is the primary function of a colon in a sentence?
Flashcards
Subject-verb agreement
Subject-verb agreement
Agreement in number and person between a subject and its verb.
Semicolon use
Semicolon use
A punctuation mark (;) used to connect independent clauses.
Passive voice
Passive voice
A form where the subject receives the action.
Criteria
Criteria
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"Who" vs. "Whom"
"Who" vs. "Whom"
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Misplaced modifier
Misplaced modifier
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Parallel structure
Parallel structure
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Conjunction
Conjunction
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Punctuation
Punctuation
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Capitalization
Capitalization
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Adverb clause
Adverb clause
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Past perfect tense
Past perfect tense
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Adverb
Adverb
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Dash
Dash
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Complex sentence
Complex sentence
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Antecedent
Antecedent
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Apostrophe use
Apostrophe use
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Infinitive form
Infinitive form
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Function of a colon
Function of a colon
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Subordinating conjunction
Subordinating conjunction
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Study Notes
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Correct subject-verb agreement is shown when using "Neither the students nor the teacher is here."
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"She loves art; he prefers music" shows correct semicolon placement. Semicolons connect two independent clauses.
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The passive voice of "The committee approved the new rule" is "The new rule was approved by the committee."
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The plural form of "criterion" is "criteria."
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"Who" is the correct choice, as in "Who do you think will win the race?" since the word is the subject of the verb "win".
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"Running down the hall, the backpack slipped off my shoulder" contains a misplaced modifier.
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Parallel structure: "She enjoys reading, writing, and going to the park."
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"Despite" is a preposition in "Despite the rain, we went out".
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"My favorite subjects are English, math, and science" exhibits correct punctuation.
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"My favorite novel is To Kill a Mockingbird" has correct capitalization. Novel titles require key words capitalized.
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"I'll call you when I arrive" contains an adverb clause is underlined.
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"By the time we got there, they had already left" is the correct past perfect form.
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"Quickly" functions as an adverb in "He quickly ran across the field."
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The sentence that uses a dash correctly is, "She needed one thing—time."
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"He studied hard because he wanted to pass" is a complex sentence.
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The antecedent of "they" in "The students read the book, and they discussed it" is "students".
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"The cats’ toy is missing" shows the correct use of apostrophes showing possession for plural nouns.
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"To travel" is the infinitive in "He wants to travel the world".
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"Neither of them knows the answer" shows correct subject-verb agreement.
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A colon's function is to introduce a list or explanation.
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"Because" is a subordinating conjunction.
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"The poem," she said, "is beautiful" shows correct quotation mark usage.
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"Go to your room!" is an imperative sentence.
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"Whoa" is an interjection.
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"I don’t want any trouble" avoids a double negative.
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"I have eaten lunch" exemplifies the present perfect tense.
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The correct spelling is "Embarrass".
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"Cheered" is the simple predicate in "The excited fans cheered loudly during the final match".
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"In learning new languages" is a gerund phrase.
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"I studied hard, but I passed the test" uses correct punctuation for a compound sentence.
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