Verbs
Read the paragraph and identify the sentence with the verb error.
(1) Maria walks into the library after school each day.(2) She usually finds a quiet table near the window.(3) Her friends sometimes joins her to study for quizzes.(4) Together, they finish homework before practice begins.
Sentence 3: joins --> join
Read the paragraph. Which sentence is written incorrectly?
(1) Maya studied for her science quiz all evening.(2) First, she reviewed her notes from class.(3) Next, she completed the practice questions.(4) For example, she felt much more confident before the quiz.
Answer: Sentence 4
What is wrong: The transition does not match the relationship between the ideas.
Fix: As a result, she felt much more confident before the quiz.
Read the paragraph. Which sentence contains an error with an appositive?
(1) My friend Tiana brought snacks for the study group.(2) Her cousin, a college student, helped us review for the exam.(3) Our teacher Ms. Ramos, stayed after school to answer questions.(4) We all felt more prepared by the end of the afternoon.
Answer: Sentence 3
What is wrong: The appositive is punctuated incorrectly.
Fix: Our teacher, Ms. Ramos, stayed after school to answer questions.
Read the paragraph. Which sentence is written incorrectly?
(1) Although Maya was tired, she finished her homework.(2) Because the assignment was due the next day, she worked carefully.(3) She checked her answers twice before she turned it in.(4) When she finally finished she went straight to bed.
Answer: Sentence 4
What is wrong: Missing comma after the dependent clause
Fix: When she finally finished, she went straight to bed.
1. What is the best way to revise sentence 3?
A. A library a place filled with both print and digital resources, helps students do more than check out books.
B. A library, a place filled with both print and digital resources, helps students do more than check out books.
C. A library a place filled with both print and digital resources helps students, do more than check out books.
D. A library, a place filled with both print and digital resources helps students do more than check out books.
B. A library, a place filled with both print and digital resources, helps students do more than check out books.
Read the paragraph. Which sentence has the verb error?
(1) Yesterday, the class reviewed vocabulary words.(2) We completed the warm-up in our notebooks. (3) Then the teacher explains the homework assignment. (4) Everyone packed up quietly when the bell rang.
Answer: Sentence 3
Fix: Then the teacher explained the homework assignment.
Read the paragraph. Which sentence contains a transition error?
(1) The class read the article carefully.(2) Then, students highlighted important details.(3) In contrast, they wrote a short response about the author’s main idea.(4) Finally, they discussed their answers with a partner.
Answer: Sentence 3
What is wrong: The transition does not show contrast.
Fix: Next, they wrote a short response about the author’s main idea.
Read the paragraph. Identify the sentence with the error, explain what is wrong, and fix it.
(1) Our principal, Dr. Morales, welcomed families at the front entrance.(2) The band director, a former student of the school led the musicians onto the field.(3) Parents filled the stadium before the game began.(4) The event brought the whole community together.
Answer: Sentence 2
What is wrong: The appositive is missing a closing comma.
Fix: The band director, a former student of the school, led the musicians onto the field.
Read the paragraph. Which sentence contains a problem with a complex sentence?
(1) After the bell rang, the students packed their bags.(2) While the teacher gave instructions, everyone listened closely.(3) Because the class had worked hard they earned extra free time.(4) Before they left, students turned in their assignments.
Answer: Sentence 3
What is wrong: Missing comma after the dependent clause
Fix: Because the class had worked hard, they earned extra free time.
Which change should be made in sentence 7?
A. Change has been to have been
B. No change should be made
C. Change sources to source’s
D. Change selected to selecting
A. Change has been to have been
Read the paragraph. Identify the sentence with the verb error and explain what is wrong.
(1) The basket of supplies sit near the whiteboard.(2) Each student takes a sheet of paper. (3) The teacher gives directions before the activity begins. (4) Everyone works carefully for the rest of class.
Answer: Sentence 1
What is wrong: Subject-verb agreement
Fix: The basket of supplies sits near the whiteboard.
Read the paragraph. Identify the sentence with the error and explain how to fix it.
(1) Jordan wanted to improve his grade in English.(2) Therefore, he began turning in his work on time.(3) He also asked questions when he needed help.(4) However, his teacher noticed that he was putting in more effort.
Answer: Sentence 4
What is wrong: The transition shows contrast, but the sentence is actually showing an additional result.
Fix: As a result, his teacher noticed that he was putting in more effort.
Because of this, depending on how you want students to revise.
Read the paragraph. Identify the sentence with the error, explain what is wrong, and fix it.
(1) My aunt, a skilled baker, made the cake for the reunion.(2) My cousin Jordan brought drinks and paper plates.(3) My uncle, the oldest of five brothers drove in from Dallas that morning.(4) Everyone stayed late to help clean up after dinner.
Answer: Sentence 3
What is wrong: The appositive is missing a closing comma.
Fix: My uncle, the oldest of five brothers, drove in from Dallas that morning.
Read the paragraph. Identify the sentence with the error, explain what is wrong, and fix it.
(1) Before we started the lab, the teacher explained the safety rules.(2) Since the directions were clear, most students completed the steps quickly.(3) If a student had a question, the teacher helped immediately.(4) While the experiment was interesting, but some students found it difficult.
Answer: Sentence 4
What is wrong: The sentence incorrectly uses both while and but
Fix: While the experiment was interesting, some students found it difficult.
OR The experiment was interesting, but some students found it difficult.
The writer wants to improve the transition between the ideas in paragraphs 3 and 4. Which sentence should be added before sentence 17?
A. Students often enjoy spending time with friends after school.
B. Even with these benefits, some people still question whether libraries are necessary.
C. Libraries have changed in appearance over the years.
D. Reading and research are both important school skills.
B. Even with these benefits, some people still question whether libraries are necessary.
Read the paragraph. Identify the sentence with the verb error, explain what is wrong, and fix it.
(1) Marcus finished his quiz early. (2) He checked his answers twice and turns in his paper. (3) The rest of the class continued working quietly. (4) The teacher collected the papers at the end of the period.
Answer: Sentence 2
What is wrong: Verb tense consistency
Fix: He checked his answers twice and turned in his paper.
Paragraph 1:
Jamal did not do well on his first biology test. He realized that he had waited too long to study and had not reviewed his notes carefully.
Paragraph 2:
______, he created a study schedule, reviewed a little each night, and asked his teacher for help before the next exam. His score improved a great deal.
Which transition best begins Paragraph 2?
A. Instead
B. Afterward
C. In contrast
D. For example
Answer: B. Afterward
Read the paragraph. Identify the sentence with the error, explain what is wrong, and fix it.
(1) Our town’s library, a place many students visit after school, recently added new computers.(2) The head librarian, Ms. Chen, organized a reading contest for the summer.(3) Several teachers donated books, supplies, and prizes for the event.(4) The library a quiet space for study and reading has become even more popular this year.
Answer: Sentence 4
What is wrong: The appositive is not set off with commas.
Fix: The library, a quiet space for study and reading, has become even more popular this year.
Read the paragraph. Identify the sentence with the error, explain what is wrong, and fix it.
(1) Whenever the class reads a new story, the teacher introduces key vocabulary first.(2) If students do not understand a word, they are encouraged to use context clues.(3) Because some definitions contain difficult words students may need to look up more than one word.(4) After they understand the vocabulary, they can better understand the text.
Answer: Sentence 3
What is wrong: Missing comma after the dependent clause
Fix: Because some definitions contain difficult words, students may need to look up more than one word.
The writer wants to add the following sentence to the essay.
Students may also discover clubs, contests, and community events through library displays and announcements.
Where is the best place to insert this sentence?
A. After sentence 12
B. After sentence 21
C. After sentence 8
D. After sentence 4
B. After sentence 21
Read the paragraph. Identify the sentence with the verb error, explain what is wrong, and fix it.
(1) Neither the counselors nor the principal were available to meet after school. (2) Several parents waited in the office for updates. (3) The secretary answered questions as quickly as possible. (4) By the end of the afternoon, everyone had been helped.
Answer: Sentence 1
What is wrong: Subject-verb agreement
Fix: Neither the counselors nor the principal was available to meet after school.
Paragraph 1:
At first, the narrator views the new town as dull and unfamiliar. She notices the quiet streets, the small school, and the absence of the busy city life she once enjoyed.
Paragraph 2:
______, she begins to notice the town’s warmth and sense of community. By the end of the story, her attitude has clearly changed.
Which transition best begins Paragraph 2?
A. At the same time
B. On the contrary
C. Gradually
D. For instance
Answer: C. Gradually
Read the paragraph. Identify the sentence with the error, explain what is wrong, and fix it.
(1) The debate captain, a confident and well-prepared speaker, opened the meeting with a short speech.(2) Two new members, both freshmen, listened carefully to the team’s discussion.(3) The faculty sponsor Mr. Bennett reminded students about the tournament schedule.(4) By the end of practice, the group felt ready for the competition.
Answer: Sentence 3
What is wrong: The appositive is not set off correctly with commas.
Fix: The faculty sponsor, Mr. Bennett, reminded students about the tournament schedule.
Read the paragraph. Identify the sentence with the error, explain what is wrong, and fix it.
(1) Although the article seemed simple at first, it included several challenging ideas.(2) After the students annotated the text, they discussed the author’s main point.(3) Because the discussion was detailed, helped them notice ideas they had missed.
(4) When class ended, many students said they understood the article better.
Answer: Sentence 3
What is wrong: Fragment; the dependent clause does not connect to an independent clause
Fix: Because the discussion was detailed, it helped them notice ideas they had missed.
Which revision would best improve the clarity of sentence 18?
A. At first, this argument may seem convincing to some people.
B. This argument is reasonable at first, and it sounds convincing.
C. This argument sounds reasonable at first, to many people.
D. This argument, sounds reasonable at first.
A. At first, this argument may seem convincing to some people.