Which uses the correct verbs for formal speech or writing? a. Suppose I were going to the planet Saturn next month and could take only one suitcase. What should I pack? b. Suppose I was going to the planet Saturn next month and could take only one suitcase. What should I pack?
They only laughed at him. "Oh, you ________13 us twice," they said. "You shall not have another chance." Look at the blank with the number 13 in the passage. Which of these answers correctly completes the sentence? A) fool B) has fooled C) have fooled Eliminate D) done fooled
Which sentence contains an infinitive or infinitive phrase? A. To everyone at home, we sent our greetings from Canada. B. Help me find your little sister's other shoe, please. C. Bookmark your favorite sites, and you can go back to them. D. Will you take the playbook back to Coach Wilson?
Which of the following is a trait of American romanticism? a. glorifying industrialization and modernization b. exploring the imagination and emotions of the individual c. regarding nature as superior to the individual d. emphasizing logic and scientific fact e. criticizing superstitious beliefs and blind faith
Which of the following correctly describes an argument? 1) An emotional appeal based on ethics and credibility 2) A sentimental appeal based on emotions and interests 3) An anecdotal appeal based on evidence and ethics 4) A logical appeal based on facts and reason
Which sentence has a misplaced adjective phrase? A. The books belong to my mom in that box. B. The house by the lake was built by my grandfather. C. All the tourists in the group visited the Empire State Building. D. Christy sang a song with a pretty melody for her family.
which of the following statements would NOT be a theme in the call of the wild ? A. always trust your gut b. only the strong survive c. we are driven by our ancient animal instincts d. the beast within us all will come out under the right circumstance
Jazz impacted society in many ways. One way was fashion. What trend in women's clothing was inspired by the need to dance to jazz music? Select one: a. Women began to wear pants. b. The flapper dress originated. c. Hair was worn long and loose. d. None of the above
Which sentence contains an infinitive or infinitive phrase? A. Weren't you going to finish that song? B. Save some of that cornbread for me. C. To me, that's the best story in the world. D. Starting tomorrow, I'm turning over a new leaf.
Which sentence contains an adverb clause? A. Unless the rain stops, we must stay inside all afternoon. B. My sisters want to go to the park, which is a mile away. C. I might try to put together the puzzle that has a thousand pieces. D. Fortunately, we have many fun board games to keep us busy.
Which sentence has a misplaced adjective phrase? A. The girl gave a tour of the house with the blue dress. B. The girl next door is one of my best friends. C. The shelf above the counter is too high to reach. D. The disagreement over the basketball game really wasn't very important.
Which sentence contains an infinitive or infinitive phrase? A. Yes, I will bring the sunscreen to the pool. B. To my friends from camp, I wish all the best. C. Record the songs, and later you can listen to them. D. Will you please help us carry these heavy boxes?
Which word in the sentence does the adverb clause modify? I typed this essay after I wrote a rough draft. A. this B. typed C. I D. essay
Which words in the sentence make up the adverb phrase? Which word does it modify? A new vegetable stand opened across the road. A. across the road; modifies opened B. opened across; modifies stand C. new vegetable stand; modifies local D. a new; modifies stand
