Grammar
Choose the correct word: (Their / There / They're) going to the football game.
They're
The English word "benevolent" is related to Spanish *benevolente* and French *bienveillant*. What does benevolent mean?
Kind, generous, or wishing good things for others.
Correct the sentence: "I should of studied harder for the test."
I should have studied harder for the test.
(should've = should have)
"Of" = not a helping verb. "Have" = helping verb.
What is the name of the ancient city built where Mexico City stands today, once the capital of the Aztec Empire?
Tenochtitlan
Correct the parallel structure: "She enjoys reading, writing, and to debate."
She enjoys reading, writing, and debating.
Keep the list consistent.
The English word "inevitable" has the same spelling in Spanish and a nearly identical spelling in French *inévitable*. What does inevitable mean?
Certain to happen; impossible to avoid.
Correct the punctuation: "Although I studied for hours I still felt unprepared."
Although I studied for hours, I still felt unprepared.
Introductory dependent clauses = When the sentence begins with a dependent clause, place a comma after to separate from independent clause.
What famous waterfall in Venezuela is considered the tallest uninterrupted waterfall in the world?
Angel Falls (Salto Ángel)
Correct this sentence: Before the bell rang the students packed their bags.
Before the bell rang, the students packed their bags.
Introductory dependent clauses
The English word "ephemeral" is related to Spanish *efímero* and French *éphémère*. What does ephemeral mean?
Lasting for a very short time; temporary.
Is this a fragment, run-on, or complete sentence? "After finishing the assignment, Bob submitted it online."
Complete.
1. A subject
2. A verb
3. A complete thought
What popular South American food is made from corn dough and stuffed with cheese, meat, or other fillings?
Arepas