Question 1

Which sentence uses commas correctly with an introductory element?

Accepted Answer

After the storm had passed, we went outside to assess the damage.

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We went, outside to assess the damage after the storm had passed.

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After the storm had passed we went outside to assess the damage.

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We went outside, to assess the damage after the storm had passed.

Question 2

Which sentence correctly uses commas in a complex sentence?

Accepted Answer

Because it was raining, we stayed indoors.

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We, stayed indoors, because it was raining.

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We stayed indoors because, it was raining.

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Because it was raining we stayed indoors.

Question 3

Which sentence correctly uses a comma after a dependent clause?

Accepted Answer

Although I was tired, I decided to continue studying.

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I, decided to continue studying although I was tired.

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Although I was tired I decided to continue studying.

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I decided to continue studying, although I was tired.

Question 4

What is the best way to enhance clarity and sentence variety in this sentence: \

Accepted Answer

She sang beautifully and loudly on stage.

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She beautifully on stage sang loudly.

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On stage, she sang loudly and beautifully.

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She sang on stage with beautiful loudness.

Question 5

Which sentence best revises for better organization and style: \

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Because of his excellent dribbling, everyone wanted him on their soccer team.

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He was excellent at dribbling, and he played soccer, everyone wanted him.

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He played soccer and was really good, and everyone wanted him on their team.

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Everyone wanted him because he played soccer and was good at dribbling.

Question 6

Which sentence best improves the style and word choice of the original: \

Accepted Answer

The cat sprinted swiftly up the tree as the dog pursued it.

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The cat ran up the tree fast because it was being chased by the dog.

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The dog chased it so the cat quickly ran up the tree.

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Running up the tree fast, the cat was chased by the dog.

Question 7

Which revision improves the organization and clarity of this sentence: \

Accepted Answer

Even though she was tired, she finished her homework before dinner so she could relax later.

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She was tired, she did her homework before dinner, and she wanted to relax.

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She finished her homework before dinner, although she was tired and wanted to relax later.

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Before dinner she did her homework, she was tired, and then she wanted to relax.

Question 8

Which sentence correctly uses capitalization?

Accepted Answer

My favorite month is December because of the holidays.

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My favorite Month is December because of the holidays.

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My favorite month is december because of the holidays.

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my favorite month is December because of the holidays.

Question 9

Which sentence correctly uses a conjunction to combine two independent clauses?

Accepted Answer

I wanted to play outside, but it started to rain.

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I wanted to play outside but it started to rain.

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I wanted to play outside, it started to rain.

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I wanted to play outside and, it started to rain.

Question 10

Which sentence correctly uses a subordinating conjunction to form a complex sentence?

Accepted Answer

Although it was late, she decided to watch another movie.

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He went to the store, and he bought some milk.

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She was tired, or she stayed up all night.

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They will go to the park, but only if it stops raining.

Question 11

Select the sentence that correctly uses a subordinating conjunction.

Accepted Answer

After the rain stopped, we went outside to play.

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Sally forgot her books, so she couldn't study.

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She can either draw or paint the scenery.

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The dog barked loudly, and the baby cried.

Question 12

Which of the following sentences uses a subordinating conjunction to form a complex sentence?

Accepted Answer

Although it was raining, we decided to go for a walk.

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Both the twins and their friends arrived late.

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He cooked dinner, and she set the table.

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We will go hiking or visit the museum.

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