Test 4: Grammar Review

Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction. Phuong Tran has pleasing wit, charm, and personality. In English class, Tashonda learned to read poems critically and appreciating good prose. Phuong Tran has wit, charm, and she has an extremely pleasant personality. In English class, Tashonda learned to read poems critically and appreciating good prose.

Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction. Raoul's GPA is higher than Ralph. Raoul's GPA is higher than Ralph's GPA. He wanted three things out of college: to learn a skill, making good friends, and learning about life. He wanted three things out of college: to learn a skill, to make good friends, and learn about life.

Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction. Coach Espinoza was a brilliant strategist and a caring mentor and she's a wise friend. Coach Espinoza was a brilliant strategist, a caring mentor, and friend. We found the film repulsive, offensive, and we thought it was embarrassing. We found the film offensive and embarrassing and repulsed us.

Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction. Mr. Nguyen kept his store clean, neat, and he made it conveniently arranged. Mr. Nguyen kept his store clean; while selling videos, he managed it neat and conveniently arranged. Professor Ali rewarded his students for working hard on the final project and going beyond the call of duty. Professor Ali rewarded his students for their hard work on the final project and going beyond the call of duty.

Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction. There's nothing I like better than finding a good trout stream, setting up camp, and spending a couple of days fishing. There's nothing I like better than finding a good trout stream, setting up camp, and to spend a couple of days fishing.

Is the following sentence correct? Espinoza's style was remarkable for its dexterity, grace, and she could play any position. Correct. Incorrect.

Is the following sentence correct? Raoul's motivation to succeed in this program seems to be greater than his sister. Correct. Incorrect.

Is the following sentence correct? Three of the great Indian nations in the Central Plains are the Cherokee, the Choctaw, and Comanche. Correct. Incorrect.

Is the following sentence correct? Either you will begin to study now or risk failing the exam. Correct. Incorrect.

Is the following sentence correct? The college has space for a new computer lab but not a faculty lounge. Correct. Incorrect.

Choose the word that best completes the sentence. My best friend, ________ I see every day, always has something new to tell me. who. whom.

Choose the word that best completes the sentence. The key _____ opens this door is difficult to turn. that. which.

Choose the word that best completes the sentence. The children ____ we met are well-behaved. that. who. which. whom.

Choose the word that best completes the sentence. I have not yet received the letter to _____ you refer. that. who. which. whom.

Choose the verb that best completes the sentence. All in the regiment ________ until they reached the beach. advance. advances.

Choose the pronoun that best completes the sentence. Everyone in the crowd booed heartily, expressing ________ disapproval. his or her. their.

Choose the pronoun that best completes the sentence. Either the manager or the assistant manager will lose ______ job after that game. his. their.

Choose the verb that best completes the sentence. Either cat or the dogs ______ broken the vase. have. has.

Choose the 2 words that best completes the sentence. With $5, Sally ______ some cat food. Either 1 bag of dry food or 5 cans of wet food ______ needed. can. may. is. are.

Choose the pronoun that best completes the sentence. Someone said _______ saw a poster of Buffy the Vampire Slayer on the inside of the door. she. they.

Choose the pronoun that best completes the sentence. Not too long afterward, each of his sisters brought him a gift, and ______ kissed his cheek before leaving. she. they.

Select the correct sentence. She seemed real confident during her speech. Directly (as of November 3rd), a new persident will be revealed. 103 million more people voted yesterday than last year. Her words inferred a hint of sexism.

Select the correct sentence. Tonight, give the candy to whoever knocks on the door. Their later than usual today. That pizza is more then I can eat. Her promotion may be announced this afternoon.

Select the correct sentence. Presently, Ralph can turn towards Georgia Avenue at the next stoplight. Many persons recognized the speech's implied concession. Currently, most people are really concerned about the economy. Lisa is going forwards with her career plans.