Punctuation
Add the appropriate punctuation:
Since he woke up 15 minutes late he missed his dentist appointment.
Since he woke up 15 minutes late, he missed his dentist appointment.
Correct the mistake:
The scientists is researching a new cure for cancer.
The scientists are researching a new cure for cancer.
The new movie received many 5-star reviews from critics. Additionally, it failed to attract a large audience and was removed from theaters.
A. NO CHANGE
B. Furthermore,
C. However,
D. Hence,
C. However,
Which of the following are full sentences?
- Entering the museum, she was astonished.
- Despite the time she spent studying.
- Though she was intelligent.
- Many of the teenagers, who sat in the class quietly.
- By alerting the store in time, a thief was caught.
- Entering the museum, she was astonished.
- By alerting the store in time, a thief was caught.
Correct the sentence:
Tokyo a very old city has some extremely modern parts.
Tokyo, a very old city, has some extremely modern parts.
Add the appropriate punctuation:
The artist preferred to paint in oils he did not like water color.
The artist preferred to paint in oils; he did not like water color.
Correct the mistake:
In the forest, a pack of lions were swimming in the river when we arrived.
In the forest, a pack of lions was swimming in the river when we arrived.
The team practiced diligently for the Paris Olympics. Still, they failed to secure a medal.
A. NO CHANGE
B. As a result,
C. Consequently,
D. Moreover,
A. NO CHANGE
Correct the sentence:
Last year, my mother and me attended the annual Christmas exhibition at Disneyland.
Last year, my mother and I attended the annual Christmas exhibition at Disneyland.
Correct the sentence:
I want a president who can do the following maintain the economy prevent wars and lower taxes.
I want a president who can do the following: maintain the economy, prevent wars, and lower taxes.
Add the appropriate punctuation:
Last year my family travelled to multiple countries Japan Australia and Greenland.
Last year, my family travelled to multiple countries: Japan, Australia, and Greenland.
Correct the mistake:
The list of ingredients, for my mother's famous apple pie, are on the dining table.
The list of ingredients, for my mother's famous apple pie, is on the dining table.
The state is facing a flu epidemic. Consequently, all hospital rooms are filled at the moment.
A. NO CHANGE
B. Likewise,
C. Still,
D. In fact,
A. NO CHANGE
Correct the sentence:
Living independently and demonstrating an intense work ethic; the Harvey Girls became known as a transformative force in the American West.
Living independently and demonstrating an intense work ethic, the Harvey Girls became known as a transformative force in the American West.
Correct the sentence:
I lost my keys to my house however I hid a spare pair under the doormat for emergencies.
I lost my keys to my house; however, I hid a spare pair under the doormat for emergencies.
Add the appropriate punctuation:
English was Anna's hardest subject additionally she struggled with science.
English was Anna's hardest subject; additionally, she struggled with science.
Correct the mistake(s):
The collection of vintage cars and motorcycles, displayed in a museum filled with historical artifacts, have fascinated visitors of all ages for decades.
The collection of vintage cars and motorcycles, displayed in a museum filled with historical artifacts, has fascinated visitors of all ages for decades.
Rhinos are rapidly becoming extinct. Nonetheless, some experts predict that they will become extinct in the next 15 years.
A. NO CHANGE
B. However,
C. In fact,
D. Yet,
C. In fact,
Correct the sentence:
Born in California in 1964, acting was what Ronald Reagan was initially known for.
Born in California in 1964, Ronald Reagan was initially known for acting.
Transition:
After practicing for 8 months straight, I made several mistakes at my piano recital. Nonetheless, my teacher scolded me the next day for messing up.
A. No change
B. Yet,
C. Consequently,
D. In addition,
Add the appropriate punctuation:
James my classmate is involved in multiple school clubs the journal club yearbook club and asb.
James, my classmate, is involved in multiple school clubs: the journal club, yearbook club, and asb.
Correct the mistake(s):
The team of musicians at tonight's concert have released a new album and were planning on performing a new song.
The team of musicians at tonight's concert has released a new album and was planning on performing a new song.
Granted, college essays are long and tedious, however, it's necessary for college admissions.
(Hint. think about comma rules)
A. NO CHANGE
B. therefore
C. but
D. instead
C. but
(commas need FANBOYS to connect 2 sentences!)
Subject-Verb Agreement:
According to a recent study, an increasing number of people in their 30’s choose to remain single, a finding that, despite reports to the contrary, have suggested that fewer people plan to have children.
According to a recent study, an increasing number of people in their 30’s choose to remain single, a finding that, has suggested that fewer people plan to have children.
Subject-Verb Agreement:
In addition to helping the environment, biodegradable items--such as cardboard and paper--may provide an economic benefit, as it may reduce landfill and litter.
In addition to helping the environment, biodegradable items--such as cardboard and paper--may provide an economic benefit, as they may reduce landfill and litter.