Unit 1 - Grammar Final Test
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This test is designed as a final test for MCS English 11 online students in Unit 1 - Grammar.
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For the following 5 sentences, choose the answer that represents the most correct form of the following run-on sentenceSentence 1:It rained yesterday the roads are now icy and very slippery.
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It rained yesterday but the roads are now icy and very slippery.
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It rained yesterday although the roads are now icy and very slippery.
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It rained yesterday, and the roads are now icy and very slippery.
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It rained yesterday throughout the roads, are now icy and very slippery.
Correct Answer
C. It rained yesterday, and the roads are now icy and very slippery.Explanation
The correct answer is "It rained yesterday, and the roads are now icy and very slippery." This answer correctly combines the two independent clauses with a comma and a coordinating conjunction "and." This creates a compound sentence, indicating that the rain yesterday is the cause of the icy and slippery roads. The other options either create a sentence with a contradictory meaning (using "but" or "although") or have incorrect punctuation and wording.Rate this question:
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Sentence 2. Frank didn’t know about the grammar test until the last minute he didn’t study much.
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Frank didn’t know about the grammar test until the last minute because he didn’t study much.
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Frank didn’t know about the grammar test until the last minute, so he didn’t study much.
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Frank didn’t know about the grammar test until the last minute, and he didn’t study much.
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Both B and C are correct
Correct Answer
D. Both B and C are correctExplanation
The correct answer is "Both B and C are correct" because both options B and C provide a logical explanation for the cause and effect relationship between Frank not knowing about the grammar test until the last minute and him not studying much. Option B suggests that Frank didn't study much because he didn't know about the test until the last minute, while option C suggests that Frank didn't study much because he didn't know about the test until the last minute and also because he didn't study much.Rate this question:
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Sentence 3: Choosing friends is difficult there are many good ones around these days.
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Choosing friends is difficult, there are many good ones around these days.
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Choosing friends is difficult, but there are many good ones around these days.
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Choosing friends is difficult since there are many good ones around these days.
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Choosing friends is difficult from there are many good ones around these days.
Correct Answer
C. Choosing friends is difficult since there are many good ones around these days. -
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Sentence 4:Will you help me with my project I really need a good mark I didn’t do well on the last one.
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Will you help me with my project? I really need a good mark I didn’t do well on the last one.
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Will you help me with my project because I really need a good mark I didn’t do well on the last one.
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Will you help me with my project as I really need a good mark I didn’t do well on the last one.
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Will you help me with my project I really need a good mark I didn’t do well on the last one?
Correct Answer
A. Will you help me with my project? I really need a good mark I didn’t do well on the last one.Explanation
The correct answer is "Will you help me with my project? I really need a good mark I didn’t do well on the last one." This answer is correct because it correctly punctuates the sentence by adding a question mark at the end, indicating that the speaker is asking a question. It also maintains the original wording and meaning of the sentence.Rate this question:
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Sentence 5:Some people spend money foolishly they don’t know the value of a dollar.
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Some people spend money foolishly because they don’t know the value of a dollar.
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Some people spend money foolishly, as they don’t know the value of a dollar.
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Some people spend money foolishly since they don’t know the value of a dollar.
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A, B and C are all correct
Correct Answer
D. A, B and C are all correctExplanation
A, B, and C are all correct because they all convey the same meaning. They all explain that some people spend money foolishly because they do not understand the value of a dollar. The use of "because," "as," and "since" all indicate the cause-effect relationship between the lack of understanding and the foolish spending.Rate this question:
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Correct each of the following 5 sentences by placing commas correctly, and removing commas if placed incorrectly. Sentence 1: His favourite snack, is taco chips burritos and a coke, after school
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His favourite snack is taco chips, burritos and a coke, after school.
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His favourite, snack is taco chips, burritos, and a coke after school.
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His favourite snack is taco chips, burritos, and a coke after school.
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His favourite snack is taco chips, burritos and a coke, after school
Correct Answer
C. His favourite snack is taco chips, burritos, and a coke after school.Explanation
The correct answer is "His favourite snack is taco chips, burritos, and a coke after school." The commas are correctly placed to separate the items in the list (taco chips, burritos, and a coke) and there is no comma after "coke" as it is the last item in the list.Rate this question:
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Sentence 2: The vacation was horrible, because of the cold temperatures strong winds and rainy weather.
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The vacation was horrible because of the cold temperatures strong winds and rainy weather.
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The vacation was horrible because of the cold, temperatures, strong winds, and rainy weather.
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The vacation was horrible, because of the cold temperatures, strong winds, and rainy weather.
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The vacation was horrible because of the cold temperatures, strong winds, and rainy weather
Correct Answer
D. The vacation was horrible because of the cold temperatures, strong winds, and rainy weatherExplanation
The correct answer is "The vacation was horrible because of the cold temperatures, strong winds, and rainy weather." This answer is correct because it properly separates the different elements of the sentence using commas. The use of commas helps to clarify that "cold temperatures," "strong winds," and "rainy weather" are all separate factors contributing to the horrible vacation experience.Rate this question:
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Sentence 3: Jane, the Grad Class President, called a meeting, to discuss the Grad Banquet.
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Jane, the Grad Class President, called a meeting to discuss the Grad Banquet.
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Jane the Grad Class President, called a meeting to discuss the Grad Banquet.
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Jane, the Grad Class President called a meeting to discuss the Grad Banquet.
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Jane the Grad Class President called a meeting, to discuss the Grad Banquet.
Correct Answer
A. Jane, the Grad Class President, called a meeting to discuss the Grad Banquet.Explanation
The correct answer includes the use of commas to set off the appositive phrase "the Grad Class President" which provides additional information about Jane. The commas indicate that this information is nonessential and can be removed from the sentence without changing its meaning.Rate this question:
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Sentence 4: The boy in the red jacket who is waiting for the SkyTrain looks happy.
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The boy, in the red jacket, who is waiting for the SkyTrain, looks happy.
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The boy in the red jacket, who is waiting for the SkyTrain, looks happy.
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The boy in the red jacket who is waiting for the SkyTrain, looks happy.
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The boy in the red jacket, who is waiting for the SkyTrain looks happy.
Correct Answer
B. The boy in the red jacket, who is waiting for the SkyTrain, looks happy.Explanation
The correct answer is "The boy in the red jacket, who is waiting for the SkyTrain, looks happy." This answer is correct because it uses commas to set off the phrase "in the red jacket" and the phrase "who is waiting for the SkyTrain." These phrases provide additional information about the boy and are not necessary to the main sentence structure.Rate this question:
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Sentence 5: Your job is to peel the carrots wash them cut them into slices and put them in, with the stew.
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Your job is to peel the carrots, wash them, cut them into slices, and put them in with the stew.
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Your job is to peel the carrots, wash them cut them into slices and put them in with the stew.
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Your job is to peel the carrots wash them, cut them into slices, and put them in with the stew.
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Your job, is to peel the carrots, wash them, cut them into slices, and put them in with the stew.
Correct Answer
A. Your job is to peel the carrots, wash them, cut them into slices, and put them in with the stew.Explanation
The correct answer is "Your job is to peel the carrots, wash them, cut them into slices, and put them in with the stew." This answer correctly uses commas to separate each action in the list of tasks. Each action is given equal importance and is clearly delineated, making the sentence easier to read and understand.Rate this question:
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Choose the sentence that shows a proper pronoun reference.
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When Frank told Jim they had won the raffle, he shouted with joy.
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Frank told his Dad he had an accident with the car. He got very angry.
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Despite her hatred for shopping, my sister agreed to go to the mall with her friend Jane.
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Kathy put the empty milk carton into the garbage can and noticed it wouldn't close.
Correct Answer
C. Despite her hatred for shopping, my sister agreed to go to the mall with her friend Jane.Explanation
The sentence "Despite her hatred for shopping, my sister agreed to go to the mall with her friend Jane" shows a proper pronoun reference because the pronoun "her" clearly refers to "my sister" and the pronoun "she" clearly refers to "her friend Jane."Rate this question:
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Join the following words together: Carry+ed
Correct Answer
carried
CarriedExplanation
The correct answer is "carried, Carried". The word "carry" is being combined with the past tense suffix "-ed" to form the word "carried". The first letter of the word "carried" can be capitalized to form "Carried", which indicates that it is the beginning of a sentence or a proper noun.Rate this question:
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