Advanced Grammar and Syntax Quizzes - Master Your Language Skills

Question 1

Which sentence effectively employs the passive voice to highlight the action being performed?

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The market data underwent thorough analysis by the firm.

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The firm conducted a thorough analysis of the market data.

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The firm's analysts thoroughly analyzed the market data.

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The market data received thorough analysis.

Question 2

In the conditional sentence, "If I _____ more time, I would have finished the project," which modal verb correctly completes the sentence to express a hypothetical situation in the past?

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had

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has

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would have

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have had

Question 3

Which sentence demonstrates a Type 3 conditional?

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If I'd studied harder, I'd have earned a better grade.

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If I were you, I'd apologize for my actions.

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If it rains tomorrow, we'll cancel the picnic.

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If I could fly, I'd travel the world.

Question 4

Which sentence is grammatically correct?

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The students who are diligently working on the project have shown great dedication.

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The students who is diligently working on the project have shown great dedication.

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The students who are diligently working on the projects have shown great dedication.

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The students who is diligently working on the projects have shown great dedication.

Question 5

Identify the grammatically correct sentence:

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The students, who were studying for the test, were nervous.

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The students, who was studying for the test, were nervous.

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The student, who were studying for the test, was nervous.

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The student, who was studying for the test, were nervous.

Question 6

Which sentence is written in the present perfect continuous tense?

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I have been writing a report for the past hour.

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I wrote a report last night.

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I am writing a report now.

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I will write a report later today.

Question 7

Which sentence uses the correct verb form to match its subject?

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The committee, along with its chairperson, has decided to postpone the meeting.

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The committee, along with its chairperson, have decided to postpone the meeting.

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The committee, along with their chairperson, has decided to postpone the meeting.

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The committee, along with their chairperson, have decided to postpone the meeting.

Question 8

In the sentence 'He admitted that he had been lying', which form of the verb 'lie' is used correctly?

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had been lying

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lied

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laying

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has been lying

Question 9

Which sentence uses the passive voice, where the direct object becomes the subject and the subject becomes the object with the appropriate form of 'to be'?

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The lesson was studied diligently by the students.

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The students studied the lesson diligently.

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The teacher taught the lesson passionately.

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The students' enthusiasm was evident in their learning.

Question 10

Which sentence shows the modal verb 'can' being used to express ability?

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I can play the piano skillfully.

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I can't not go to the party tonight.

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Can you lend me your notes?

Question 11

In the sentence, 'I went to the store because I needed milk,' what type of clause is 'because I needed milk'?

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Adverbial Clause

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Noun Clause

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Adjective Clause

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Relative Clause

Question 12

In the sentence 'I was going to the store when I saw my friend', which phrasal verb indicates the speaker's intention to visit the store?

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go to

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go out

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go along

Question 13

Which option correctly transforms the sentence, "The team of scientists conducted the experiment meticulously," into passive voice?

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The experiment was conducted meticulously by the team of scientists.

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Meticulously, the experiment was conducted by the team of scientists.

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The team of scientists did conduct the experiment meticulously.

Question 14

Which sentence correctly uses 'on' to show where an object is placed on a surface?

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The vase is on the shelf.

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The chair is in the closet.

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The lamp is at the table.

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The picture is by the wall.

Question 15

Which sentence contains a relative clause?

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The man living next door is a doctor.

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I went to the store because I needed milk.

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The book is on the table.

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If I had known, I would have gone to the event.

Question 16

Which type of clause is the underlined portion in the sentence: 'I went to the store because I needed milk.'?

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Adverbial clause

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Noun clause

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Relative clause

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Adjective clause

Question 17

In the sentence, "If I (was/were) able to fly, I would travel around the world," which verb form is correct?

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were

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was

Question 18

In the sentence 'Despite his thorough preparation, he found the exam to be quite challenging', what is the role of the phrase 'despite his thorough preparation'?

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Adverbial Clause

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Noun Clause

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Adjective Clause

Question 19

Which sentence correctly uses the comparative and superlative forms of adjectives to make a comparison?

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The blue whale is larger than any other animal on Earth.

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The weather yesterday was hotter than today.

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This is the happiest day of my life.

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She is as intelligent as her brother.

Question 20

In the sentence: "If I had studied harder for the exam, I would have gotten a better grade.", what is the primary purpose of using the subjunctive mood?

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To express a hypothetical situation.

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To express certainty about a statement.

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To express possibility.

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To express advice.

Question 21

Which type of reported speech is used in this sentence: "He said that he had just finished his homework when I called."?

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Indirect speech

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Direct speech

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Free indirect speech

Question 22

In the sentence: "He informed me that he intended to attend the celebration," which of the following correctly describes the type of reported speech used?

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Indirect speech

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Direct speech

Question 23

Which sentence contains a noun clause that functions as the direct object of the verb?

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The teacher explained that grammar can be challenging yet rewarding.

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I am curious about why my computer is not working properly.

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The students who excelled in the exam will be recognized at the ceremony.

Question 24

Convert the following sentence into passive voice while maintaining its original meaning: "The prestigious committee bestowed the esteemed award upon the exceptional student."

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The esteemed award was bestowed upon the exceptional student by the prestigious committee.

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The exceptional student was bestowed the esteemed award by the prestigious committee.

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Bestowed upon the exceptional student by the prestigious committee, the esteemed award was received.

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The prestigious committee, being esteemed, bestowed the award upon the exceptional student.

Question 25

Which option shows the passive voice of the sentence: "John's car was stolen last night"?

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Was stolen

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Stole

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Is stolen

Question 26

Which idiom is used in the sentence: "She is always a pain in the neck."?

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She is constantly causing problems.

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She is physically uncomfortable.

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She is very stubborn.

Question 27

Examine the sentence 'The painting, a masterpiece of realism, was admired by many.' What is the function of the underlined phrase in this sentence?

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Adjectival phrase providing details about the painting

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Adverbial phrase modifying the verb 'admired'

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Prepositional phrase acting as the object of 'admired'

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Noun clause serving as the sentence's subject

Question 28

Which sentence contains a noun clause acting as the subject complement?

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The fact that you're here proves your dedication.

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I'm uncertain if I can attend the meeting.

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You were late because you overslept.

Question 29

In the sentence 'My friends, as well as my family, are coming to visit,' identify the underlined clause and explain its function within the sentence.

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Non-restrictive clause, providing additional information about the group of friends and family coming to visit

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Restrictive clause, providing essential information about which friends are coming to visit

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Appositive phrase, renaming or identifying the subject 'my friends'

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Adverbial clause, modifying the verb 'are coming' by indicating the reason for the visit

Question 30

Which of the following modal verbs indicates possibility?

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can

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must

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will

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should

Question 31

Which of the following is the past perfect progressive tense of the verb 'eat'?

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had been eating

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was ate

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ate

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would have eaten

Question 32

Identify the preposition in the following sentence: She sat down next to the window.

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next to

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in

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on

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by

Question 33

Which of the following conjunctions is used to show contrast?

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but

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and

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because

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or

Question 34

Identify the adverbial clause in the following sentence: I went to the store because I needed milk.

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because I needed milk

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I went to the store

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I needed milk

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went to the store

Question 35

Identify the subject in the following sentence: The children were playing in the park.

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The children

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children

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were playing

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in the park

Question 36

Which of the following is an example of a complex sentence?

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Because it was raining, we stayed inside.

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The cat sat on the mat.

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I went to the store.

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The sun was shining brightly.

Question 37

Which sentence correctly uses the present perfect continuous tense to describe an ongoing action that started in the past and is still happening now?

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B. I have been working on this project for several hours.

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A. I have finished working on this project for several hours.

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C. I am working on this project for several hours.

Question 38

Identify the sentence that correctly uses the past perfect tense to describe an event that happened before another past event.

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I had already finished my dinner before the party started.

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Before the party started, I will have finished my dinner.

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I finished my dinner before the party started.

Question 39

Which sentence correctly uses the subjunctive mood to express a wish?

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A. I wish I had more time for traveling.

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B. I wish I have more time for traveling.

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C. I wish I will have more time for traveling.

Question 40

Select the sentence that correctly uses a modal verb to express obligation:

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Students should study diligently for their exams.

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Students can study diligently for their exams.

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Students may study diligently for their exams.

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Students will study diligently for their exams.

Question 41

Which sentence correctly uses the passive voice?

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The novel was meticulously crafted by the renowned author.

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The renowned author meticulously crafted the novel.

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A renowned author meticulously crafted the novel.

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The novel has been meticulously crafted by the renowned author.

Question 42

Select the sentence that correctly demonstrates the use of a gerund:

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Exercising regularly is essential for maintaining good health.

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I enjoy exercising regularly.

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I am exercising regularly at the gym.

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I exercised regularly last week.

Question 43

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the conditional tense:

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If I had studied diligently, I would have excelled on the exam.

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If I study diligently, I will excel on the exam.

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If I studied diligently, I will excel on the exam.

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If I had studied diligently, I will have excelled on the exam.

Question 44

Identify the sentence that correctly employs the subjunctive mood:

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The teacher recommends that students study diligently for the test.

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The teacher recommends students study diligently for the test.

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The teacher recommends that students will study diligently for the test.

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The teacher recommends that students would study diligently for the test.

Question 45

Choose the sentence that correctly uses parallel structure:

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I enjoy reading, writing, and playing video games.

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I enjoy reading, writing, and to play video games.

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I enjoy reading, writing, and video games.

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I enjoy to read, to write, and to play video games.

Question 46

Select the sentence that correctly demonstrates the use of punctuation:

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I went to the store to purchase bread, milk, and eggs.

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I went to the store and purchased: bread, milk, and eggs.

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I went to the store and purchased bread, milk and eggs.

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I went to the store, to buy: bread, milk, and eggs.

Question 47

In the sentence, "Despite John's thorough preparation for the exam, he was still nervous," which grammatical structure is used to connect the two clauses and indicate a cause-and-effect relationship?

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B. Subordinating conjunction

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A. Independent clause

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C. Coordinating conjunction

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D. Relative pronoun

Question 48

Which sentence uses a modal verb to express possibility?

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The new policy might improve employee morale.

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The new policy can improve employee morale.

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The new policy will improve employee morale.

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The new policy must improve employee morale.

Question 49

Which sentence uses a relative clause to define or restrict the meaning of a noun in the main clause?

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B. The students who study diligently will undoubtedly succeed.

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A. The diligent students will undoubtedly succeed.

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C. The diligent students who will undoubtedly succeed are a joy to teach.

Question 50

Which sentence correctly uses the future perfect progressive tense to indicate an ongoing action that will be completed by a specific time in the future?

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By next month, he will have been working on the project for two years.

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By next month, he will have worked on the project for two years.

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By next month, he will be working on the project for two years.

Question 51

Which of the following sentence structures is considered complex?

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Because it was raining, we stayed indoors.

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The child ran quickly through the park.

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I enjoy reading and writing.

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The movie was entertaining.

Question 52

The phrase 'prior to the meeting' is an example of:

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Prepositional phrase

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Adverbial clause

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Noun clause

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Adjective clause

Question 53

Which of the following sentences uses the present perfect continuous tense correctly?

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I have studied English for over five years.

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I studied English when I was a child.

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I will study English next year.

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I am studying English now.

Question 54

The word 'therefore' is classified as a:

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Conjunction

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Preposition

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Adverb

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Noun

Question 55

The phrase 'in case of emergency' is an example of a:

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Prepositional phrase

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Infinitive phrase

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Gerund phrase

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Participial phrase

Question 56

The term 'relative clause' refers to:

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A clause that modifies a noun

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A clause that stands alone as a complete sentence

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A clause that introduces a question

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A clause that combines two sentences

Question 57

Which of the following is the correct present perfect continuous tense of the verb 'to write'?

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Have been writing

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Has been writing

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Are being writing

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Had been writing

Question 58

Which type of sentence structure is used in the sentence: 'Although it was raining, we decided to go for a walk.'?

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Complex sentence

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Simple sentence

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Compound sentence

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Run-on sentence

Question 59

Identify the correct passive voice form of the sentence: 'The teacher graded the essays.'

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The essays were graded by the teacher.

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The teacher has graded the essays.

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The essays have been graded by the teacher.

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The essays will be graded by the teacher.

Question 60

Identify the type of clause in the sentence: 'I will go to the store if it is open.'

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Dependent clause

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Independent clause

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Subordinate clause

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Relative clause

Question 61

Which of the following is the correct future perfect tense of the verb 'to learn'?

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Will have learned

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Will be learning

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Had learned

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Have learned

Question 62

Identify the sentence that correctly uses the past progressive tense.

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I was walking to school yesterday.

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I had walked to school yesterday.

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I walk to school yesterday.

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I will walk to school yesterday.

Question 63

Which type of determiner is used in the sentence: 'All the students were present.'?

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Quantitative

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Article

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Possessive

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Demonstrative

Question 64

Which sentence accurately demonstrates the future perfect tense?

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By the end of next year, I will have completed my university studies.

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I will complete my university studies by the end of next year.

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By the end of next year, I will be completing my university studies.