Grammar Essentials
What is the difference between "a" and "an"?
"A" = is used before words beginning with a consonant sound; "An" is used before words beginning with a vowel sound.
What are the three degrees of comparison for the adjective "efficient"?
"Efficient, more efficient, most efficient"
Where should the comma go? "Before we start let's review the instructions."
"Before we start, let's review the instructions."
Which punctuation mark correctly joins two closely related independent clauses?
Semicolon (;)
Fix the double negative: "He can't hardly wait for the movie."
Identify the limiting adjective: "Each student must complete the assignment by Friday."
"Each"
Identify the adverb in the sentence: "She hardly noticed the mistake."
"hardly"
Which part of this sentence should be set off with commas? "My friend who lives in New York is visiting next week."
"who lives in New York"
Identify the correct use of a colon:
a)"He bought three things: apples, oranges, and grapes."
b)"He bought: apples, oranges, and grapes."
"He bought three things: apples, oranges, and grapes."
Correct the punctuation: "I like coffee I also enjoy tea."
Correct this sentence: "I didn't see nobody at the store."
"I didn't see anybody at the store."
Which is correct? "This test is (harder/more harder than the last one."
"harder"
Identify the introductory word that requires a comma: "Meanwhile we finished the assignment."
"Meanwhile," requires a comma.
Where would the dash go? "I only want one thing peace and quiet."
"I only want one thing--peace and quiet."
Choose the correct punctuation: "The sign said (No running, No yelling, No pushing)."
"The sign said: No running, no yelling, no pushing."
What is the correct article in this sentence? "She adopted __ orange cat."
"an"
Correct the error: "She is the most fastest runner on the team."
"She is the fastest runner on the team."
Rewrite this sentence with correct comma placement: "The concert which was sold out weeks ago took place last night."
"The concert, which was sold out weeks ago, took place last night."
What is the difference between parentheses and brackets?
Parentheses () add extra information; brackets [] are used for edits, explanations, or corrections within a quotation.
Add correct punctuation: "She said and I quote This is the best day ever."
"She said, and I quote,"This is the best day ever.""
What is the limiting adjective in this sentence? "There are several reasons to study."
Why is this sentence incorrect? "He did good on the exam."
"Good" is an adjective; "well" should be used as an adverb. The correct sentence is: "He did well on the exam."
Add the missing commas: "On February 14 2023 in Paris France we got engaged."
"On February 14, 2023, in Paris, France, we got engaged."
Identify the incorrect use of a semicolon:
a)"I have a big test tomorrow; I can't go out tonight."
b)"We went to the store; and bought some groceries."
Rewrite with proper punctuation: "The city known for its history Boston is a popular tourist destination."
"The city--known for its history--Boston is a popular tourist destination." OR "The city, known for its history, Boston, is a popular tourist destination."