Prep or Conj Usage
Judy said she was (in, into) her office when the fire alarm sounded.
in
Since he had arrived early, Josiah quickly helped.
Conjunction
Harry Goodwin, our favorite local farmer, always sells his good.
appositive
noun
The authors of the article were Matt Richards and he.
Correct or Incorrect
Correct
Amelia, are you late for your appointment?
direct address
predicate adjective
You may stand (beside, besides) the podium.
beside
No, the party this Friday night is not a surprise.
Interjection
Victoria used the wax to seal each envelope with her initials.
infinitive
adverb
Aaron gave his brothers, Caleb and he, each a set of tools.
Correct or Incorrect
Incorrect
I consider my Grandpa Charlie the funniest person in my acquaintance.
direct object
objective compliment
(Unless, Without) I read my homework, I cannot pass the reading quiz.
Unless
Travis pulled weeds in the flowerbeds.
noun
Jesus declared, "I am the light of the world."
preposition
adjective
Neither of the dogs was trained very well.
Correct or Incorrect
Correct
My parents, Richard and Lisa, are the primary caregivers for my granparents.
appositive
predicate nominative
object of a preposition
The goat was quick enough to jump on the box before being caught.
What is the gerund?
being caught
Kairi greeted each gust with a pamphlet and a cheerful smile.
adjective
The workers check everyone's ski passes before allowing people onto the ski lift.
Noun
When you worry about tomorrow, you forget to enjoy today.
What is the pronoun?
you
Jill bought Lana a thermometer, crackers, and juice at the store.
indirect object
direct object
The goat was quick enough to jump on the box before being caught.
What is the infinitive phrase functioning as?
adverb modifying adverb
Anne diligently completed her chores for Mom.
Adverb
His team cheering him on, Cody scored to win the game.
nominative
*No use for nominative phrase!
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Diagram the following: Their teacher having gathered the supplies, the students began to paint the backdrop for the scene.
See p.69 in Grammar Test Key for correct diagram
In the morning, Krista will often read her Bible during breakfast.
verb