Grammar Exercises

Question 1

1. Annie and her brothers (is, are) at school.

Answer 1

1. Annie and her brothers are at school.

https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html

Question 2

2. Either my mother or my father (is, are) coming to the meeting.

Answer 2

2. Either my mother or my father is coming to the meeting. https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html

Question 3

3. The dog or the cats (is, are) outside.

Answer 3

3. The dog or the cats are outside.

https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html

Question 4

4. Either my shoes or your coat (is, are) always on the floor.

Answer 4

4. Either my shoes or your coat is always on the floor.

https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html

Question 5

5. George and Tamara (doesn’t, don’t) want to see that movie.

Answer 5

5. George and Tamara don’t want to see that movie.

https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html

Question 6

6. Benito (doesn’t, don’t) know the answer.

Answer 6

6. Benito doesn’t know the answer.

https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html

Question 7

7. One of my sisters (is, are) going on a trip to France.

Answer 7

7. One of my sisters is going on a trip to France.

https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html

Question 8

8. The man with all the birds (live, lives) on my street.

Answer 8

8. The man with all the birds lives on my street.

https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html

Question 9

9. The movie, including all the previews, (take, takes) about two hours to watch.

Answer 9

9. The movie, including all the previews, takes about two hours to watch.

https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html

Question 10

10. The players, as well as the captain, (want, wants) to win.

Answer 10

10. The players, as well as the captain, want to win.

https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html

Question 11

11. Either answer (is, are) acceptable.

Answer 11

11. Either answer is acceptable.

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Question 12

12. Every one of those books (is, are) fiction.

Answer 12

12. Every one of those books is fiction.

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Question 13

13. Nobody (know, knows) the trouble I’ve seen.

Answer 13

13. Nobody knows the trouble I’ve seen.

https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html

Question 14

14. (Is, Are) the news on at five or six?

Answer 14

14. Is the news on at five or six?

https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html

Question 15

15. Mathematics (is, are) John’s favorite subject, while Civics (is, are) Andrea’s favorite subject.

Answer 15

15. Mathematics is John’s favorite subject, while Civics is Andrea’s favorite subject.

https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html

Question 16

16. Eight dollars (is, are) the price of a movie these days.

Answer 16

16. Eight dollars is the price of a movie these days.

https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html

Question 17

17. (Is, Are) the tweezers in this drawer?

Answer 17

17. Are the tweezers in this drawer?

https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html

Question 18

18. Your pants (is, are) at the cleaner’s.

Answer 18

18. Your pants are at the cleaner’s.

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Question 19

19. There (was, were) fifteen candies in that bag. Now there (is, are) only one left!

Answer 19

19. There were fifteen candies in that bag. Now there is only one left!

https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html

Question 20

20. The committee (debates, debate) these questions carefully.

Answer 20

20. The committee debates these questions carefully.

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Question 21

21. The committee members (leads, lead) very different lives in private.

Answer 21

21. The committee members lead very different lives in private.

https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html

Question 22

22. The Prime Minister, together with his wife, (greets, greet) the press cordially.

Answer 22

22. The Prime Minister, together with his wife, greets the press cordially.

https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html

Question 23

23. All of the CDs, even the scratched one, (is, are) in this case.

Answer 23

23. All of the CDs, even the scratched one, are in this case.

https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html

Question 24

24. Politics (is, are) sometimes a dirty business.

Answer 24

24. Politics is sometimes a dirty business.

Politics is singular.

Additional info:

https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html

Question 25

25. A large number of voters still (vote, votes) along party lines.

Answer 25

25. A large number of voters still (vote, votes) along party lines. 'Number' is a collective noun, but the elements within the collective noun, the voters, are acting separately in this case (we hope!), so the verb should be plural: 'vote.' [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/grammar/subject\_verb\_agreement.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html)

Question 26

26. Four years (is, are) a long time to spend away from your family and friends.

Answer 26

26. Four years (is, are) a long time to spend away from your family and friends. The quantity of 'four years' here is meant to be taken as a whole, as one quantity, so the verb should be singular. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/grammar/subject\_verb\_agreement.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html)

Question 27

27. Most of the milk (has, have) gone bad. However, six gallons of milk (is, are) still in the refrigerator.

Answer 27

27. Most of the milk has gone bad. Six gallons of milk (is, are) still in the refrigerator. "Most" is not a countable noun here (you can't count 'the milk' in the first sentence), so the verb must be singular. You can count the gallons of milk, though, so the subject in the second sentence is plural. I recieved this suggested edit: "What if there is a singular six-gallon jug of milk in the fridge?" Good question! Notice the verb this student used in the question itself! "IS" In the first example, we are using "gallon" as a thing that can be counted. "Milk" is a non-countable noun, but "gallon" is countable. So, is "jug" countable? yes! Therefore, there is a six gallon jug in the fridge. "Most of the milk has gone bad. However, [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/grammar/subject\_verb\_agreement.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html)

Question 28

28. Each and every student and instructor in this building (hope, hopes) for a new facility by next year.

Answer 28

28. Each and every student and instructor in this building (hope, **hopes**) for a new facility by next year. The subject of the verb is 'each and every,' which is singular: the correct verb choice, then, is 'hopes.' [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/grammar/subject\_verb\_agreement.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html)

Question 29

29. Not only the students but also their instructor (has, have) been called to the principal's office.

Answer 29

29. Not only the students but also their instructor (has, have) been called to the principal's office. With paired conjunctions such as either ... or and not only ... but also, the subject closer to the verb -- in this case, the singular 'instructor' -- determines whether the verb will be singular or plural. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/grammar/subject\_verb\_agreement.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html)

Question 30

30. Carlos is the only one of those students who (has, have) lived up to the potential described in the yearbook.

Answer 30

30. Carlos is the only one of those students who (has, have) lived up to the potential described in the yearbook. The 'who' refers, in this case, to 'the only one,' which is singular. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/grammar/subject\_verb\_agreement.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/subject_verb_agreement.html)

Question 31

31. The International Club, as well as the Choral Society and the Rowing Club, (need, needs) to submit a new constitution.

Answer 31

31. The International Club, as well as the Choral Society and the Rowing Club **needs** to submit a new constitution. The subject here is 'The International Club,' which is singular. The modifying phrase that comes after 'as well as' modifies the subject but does not compound it as the word 'and' would do.

Question 32

32. One of my best friends (is, are) an extra on Game of Thrones this week.

Answer 32

32. The subject of this sentence is 'one,' which is, of course, singular. Don't let the intervening prepositional phrase (with its plural 'friends') fool you.

Question 33

33. Rice and beans, my favorite dish, (remind, reminds) me of my native Puerto Rico.

Answer 33

33. 'Rice and beans' is one dish, so we need a singular verb to agree with it.

Question 34

34. To an outsider, the economics of this country (seem, seems) to be in disarray.

Answer 34

34. 'Economics,' in this case, means any number of aspects of or facts about the country's financial health, so we need a plural verb. When the word 'economics' refers to the course or the discipline, it is singular. (I think you could argue either way, depending on intention)

Question 35

35. Whos the partys candidate for vice president this year.

Answer 35

35. Who’s the party's candidate for vice president this year. Who is = who's - the apostrophe takes the place of the letter "i" in the contraction the "candidate" belongs to the "party" - so this apostrophe shows possession. Additional info: Apostrophes show one of two things: - possession - or they take the place of missing letters in a contraction (we will = we’ll) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/apostrophe\_introduction.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/apostrophe_introduction.html)

Question 36

36. Apostrophe: The fox had its right foreleg caught securely in the traps jaws.

Answer 36

36. The fox had its right foreleg caught securely in the trap's jaws. The pronoun "its" is already possessive (like the other possesive pronouns: his, hers, ours, theirs), so no apostrophe is needed. However, the "jaws" belong to the "trap" - so a possessive apostrophe is necessary. Additional Info: Apostrophes show one of two things: - possession - or they take the place of missing letters in a contraction (we will = we’ll) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/apostrophe\_introduction.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/apostrophe_introduction.html)

Question 37

37. Apostrophe: the sentence below refers to one neighbor: Our neighbors car is an old Chrysler, and its just about to fall apart.

Answer 37

37. Our neighbor's car is an old Chrysler, and it's just about to fall apart. Possesive apostrophe needed - the car belongs to the neighbor. I know what you are thinking: what if the car belongs to the "neighbors" (the whole family)? in that case, use "neighbors' car." Additional info: Apostrophes show one of two things: - possession - or they take the place of missing letters in a contraction (we will = we’ll) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/apostrophe\_introduction.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/apostrophe_introduction.html)

Question 38

38. Apostrophe: In three weeks time well have to begin school again.

Answer 38

38. In three weeks' time we'll have to begin school again. add the apostrophe to show possession (the **time of three weeks**- just like the **car of Jim** becomes **Jim's ca**r) **three weeks** is already plural, so add the apostrohe after the **s** **We will** contracts to **we'll** (the apostrophe takes the place of **wi** in **will**) Additional info: Apostrophes show one of two things: - possession - or they take the place of missing letters in a contraction (we will = we’ll)

Question 39

39. Apostrophe: Didnt you hear that theyre leaving tomorrow?

Answer 39

39. Didn’t you hear that they're leaving tomorrow? Both apostrophes take the place of missing letters in the contractions. Additional info: Apostrophes show one of two things: - possession - or they take the place of missing letters in a contraction (we will = we’ll) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/apostrophe\_introduction.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/apostrophe_introduction.html)

Question 40

40. Apostrophe: Whenever I think of the stories I read as a child, I remember Cinderellas glass slipper and Snow Whites wicked stepmother.

Answer 40

40. Whenever I think of the stories I read as a child, I remember **Cinderella's** glass slipper and Snow **White's** wicked stepmother. add **'s** to show possession Additional info: Apostrophes show one of two things: - possession - or they take the place of missing letters in a contraction (we will = we’ll) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/apostrophe\_introduction.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/apostrophe_introduction.html)

Question 41

41. Apostrophe: the family below refers to Peter Jones and Pamela Jones: We claimed the picnic table was ours, but the Joneses children looked so disappointed that we found another spot.

Answer 41

41. We claimed the picnic table was **ours**, but the **Joneses'** children looked so disappointed that we found another spot. **ours** is a possessive pronoun (the word itself is already possessive, so there is no need to add a possesive apostrophe - same with **yours, its, his hers, ours, theirs**) Together, Peter and Pamela make up the plural: **The Joneses**. Notice that the plural doesn't need an apostrohpe (just add -es because the word ends with an **-s** already), However, when they possess something (like children or cats) we need to add an apostrophe (and maybe an **-s**) to show this possession. This link really gets into it if you are interensted: [https://appendance.com/blog/2019/12/10/are-we-the-joness-the-jones-or-the-joneses-a-holiday-guide](https://appendance.com/blog/2019/12/10/are-we-the-joness-the-jones-or-the-joneses-a-holiday-guide) Here are the basics: Apostrophes show one of two things: - possession - or they take the place of missing letters in a contraction (we will = we’ll)

Question 42

42. Apostrophe: Its important that the kitten learns to find its way home.

Answer 42

42. It’s important that the kitten learns to find its way home. the apostrophe is needed to show the missing letters from **it is** In this sentence, **it's** is a contraction not a possessive pronoun. Optional info: Apostrophes show one of two things: - possession - or they take the place of missing letters in a contraction (we will = we’ll) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/apostrophe\_introduction.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/apostrophe_introduction.html)

Question 43

43. Apostrophe: She did not hear her childrens cries.

Answer 43

43. She did not hear her children's cries. The cries belong to the children - add **'s** for possession Apostrophes show one of two things: - possession - or they take the place of missing letters in a contraction (we will = we’ll) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/apostrophe\_introduction.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/apostrophe_introduction.html)

Question 44

44. Apostrophe: My address has three 7s, and Tims phone number has four 2s.

Answer 44

44. My address has three 7s, and Tim's phone number has four 2s. You don't need an apostrophe to make uppercase letters: - I'm so rich I own three G4s. numbers: as shown above and symbols: -This newspaper has too many &s in it. ONE EXCEPTION is lower-case letters: -Mind your p's and q's. if we didn't add the apostrophes on lower case letters, the sentence would be unreadable. and sy [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/apostrophe\_introduction.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/apostrophe_introduction.html)

Question 45

45. Apostrophe: Didnt he say when he would arrive at Arnies house?

Answer 45

45. Didn’t he say when he would arrive at Arnie's house? [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/apostrophe\_introduction.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/apostrophe_introduction.html)

Question 46

46. Apostrophe: Its such a beautiful day that Ive decided to take a sun bath.

Answer 46

46. It’s such a beautiful day that I've decided to take a sun bath. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/apostrophe\_introduction.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/apostrophe_introduction.html)

Question 47

47. Apostrophe: She said the watch Jack found was hers, but she couldnt identify the manufacturers name on it.

Answer 47

47. She said the watch Jack found was hers, but she couldn't identify the manufacturer's name on it. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/apostrophe\_introduction.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/apostrophe_introduction.html)

Question 48

48. Apostrophe: Little girls clothing is on the first floor, and the mens department is on the second.

Answer 48

48. Little girls' clothing is on the first floor, and the men's department is on the second. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/apostrophe\_introduction.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/apostrophe_introduction.html)

Question 49

49. Apostrophe: The dogs bark was far worse than its bite.

Answer 49

59. The dog's bark was far worse than its bite. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/apostrophe\_introduction.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/apostrophe_introduction.html)

Question 50

50. Apostrophe: The moons rays shone feebly on the path, and I heard the insects chirpings and whistlings.

Answer 50

50. The moon's rays shone feebly on the path, and I heard the insects' chirpings and whistlings. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/apostrophe\_introduction.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/apostrophe_introduction.html)

Question 51

51. Apostrophe: Theyre not afraid to go ahead with the plans, though the choice is not theirs.

Answer 51

51. They’re not afraid to go ahead with the plans, though the choice is not theirs. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/apostrophe\_introduction.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/apostrophe_introduction.html)

Question 52

52. Apostrophe: The man whose face was tan said that he had spent his two weeks vacation in the mountains.

Answer 52

52. The man whose face was tan said that he had spent his two weeks' vacation in the mountains. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/apostrophe\_introduction.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/apostrophe_introduction.html)

Question 53

53. Apostrophe: My professors advice was to try to get at least two As.

Answer 53

53. My professor's advice was to try to get at least two As. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/apostrophe\_introduction.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/apostrophe_introduction.html)

Question 54

54. Apostrophe: Johns 69 Ford is his proudest possession.

Answer 54

54. John’s '69 Ford is his proudest possession. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/apostrophe\_introduction.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/apostrophe_introduction.html)

Question 55

55. The whole army is out of step (accept/except) Fred.

Answer 55

55. The whole army is out of step \_\_except\_\_\_\_ Fred. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/grammar/spelling\_common\_words\_that\_sound\_alike.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/spelling_common_words_that_sound_alike.html)

Question 56

56. I'll (accept/except) no money from that cheapskate.

Answer 56

56. I'll \_\_accept\_\_\_\_\_ no money from that cheapskate. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/grammar/spelling\_common\_words\_that\_sound\_alike.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/spelling_common_words_that_sound_alike.html)

Question 57

57. Please (accept/except) this pot of Mama's chicken soup.

Answer 57

57. Please accept this pot of Mama's chicken soup. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/grammar/spelling\_common\_words\_that\_sound\_alike.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/spelling_common_words_that_sound_alike.html)

Question 58

58. It will cure anything (accept/except) flat feet.

Answer 58

58. It will cure anything except flat feet. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/grammar/spelling\_common\_words\_that\_sound\_alike.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/spelling_common_words_that_sound_alike.html)

Question 59

59. Rip could do anything (accept/except) make money.

Answer 59

59. Rip could do anything except make money. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/grammar/spelling\_common\_words\_that\_sound\_alike.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/spelling_common_words_that_sound_alike.html)

Question 60

60. I had to (accept/except) their negative evaluation.

Answer 60

60. I had to accept their negative evaluation. - accept = verb meaning to receive or to agree: ---He accepted their praise graciously. - except = preposition meaning all but, other than: - ---Everyone went to the game except Alyson. Additional: [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/grammar/spelling\_common\_words\_that\_sound\_alike.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/spelling_common_words_that_sound_alike.html)

Question 61

61. All the girls went to the game (accept/except) Mary.

Answer 61

61. All the girls went to the game except Mary. - accept = verb meaning to receive or to agree: ---He accepted their praise graciously. - except = preposition meaning all but, other than: - ---Everyone went to the game except Alyson. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/grammar/spelling\_common\_words\_that\_sound\_alike.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/spelling_common_words_that_sound_alike.html)

Question 62

62. Howard could not (accept/except) the job.

Answer 62

62. Howard could not accept the job. - accept = verb meaning to receive or to agree: ---He accepted their praise graciously. - except = preposition meaning all but, other than: - ---Everyone went to the game except Alyson. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/grammar/spelling\_common\_words\_that\_sound\_alike.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/spelling_common_words_that_sound_alike.html)

Question 63

63. (accept/except) when there's a classic movie playing, Pete seldom watches TV.

Answer 63

63. Except when there's a classic movie playing, Pete seldom watches TV. - accept = verb meaning to receive or to agree: ---He accepted their praise graciously. - except = preposition meaning all but, other than: - ---Everyone went to the game except Alyson. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/grammar/spelling\_common\_words\_that\_sound\_alike.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/spelling_common_words_that_sound_alike.html)

Question 64

64. I will (accept/except) your gift if you let me pay for my lunch.

Answer 64

64. I will accept your gift if you let me pay for my lunch. - accept = verb meaning to receive or to agree: ---He accepted their praise graciously. - except = preposition meaning all but, other than: - ---Everyone went to the game except Alyson. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/grammar/spelling\_common\_words\_that\_sound\_alike.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/spelling_common_words_that_sound_alike.html)

Question 65

65. Wars (affect/effect) everybody, and their destructive (affects/effects) last for generations.

Answer 65

65. Wars **affect** everybody, and their destructive **effects** last for generations. **RAVEN:** -------Remember Affect is a Verb, Effect is a Noun. --When dealing with appearance, 90% of the time use "affect" Additional: [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/grammar/spelling\_common\_words\_that\_sound\_alike.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/spelling_common_words_that_sound_alike.html)

Question 66

66. Television has a strong (affect/effect) on public opinion.

Answer 66

66. Television has a strong **effect** on public opinion. RAVEN: -------Remember Affect is a Verb, Effect is a Noun. --When dealing with appearance, 90% of the time use "affect"

Question 67

67. My mood can (affect/effect) my thinking, too.

Answer 67

67. My mood can **affect** my thinking, too. RAVEN: -------Remember Affect is a Verb, Effect is a Noun. --When dealing with appearance, 90% of the time use "affect"

Question 68

68. I see that you're trying to (affect/effect) apathy, but I know that you really do care.

Answer 68

68. I see that you're trying to **affect** apathy, but I know that you really do care. RAVEN: -------Remember Affect is a Verb, Effect is a Noun. --When dealing with appearance, 90% of the time use "affect"

Question 69

69. Falling on my head had a bad (affect/effect) on my memory.

Answer 69

69. Falling on my head had a bad **effect** on my memory. RAVEN: -------Remember Affect is a Verb, Effect is a Noun. --When dealing with appearance, 90% of the time use "affect"

Question 70

70. His years of smoking have negatively (affect/effect) -ed his health.

Answer 70

70. His years of smoking have negatively **affected** his health. RAVEN: -------Remember Affect is a Verb, Effect is a Noun. --When dealing with appearance, 90% of the time use "affect"

Question 71

71. This plan will surely (affect/effect) significant improvements in our productivity.

Answer 71

71. This plan will surely **effect** significant improvements in our productivity. RAVEN: -------Remember Affect is a Verb, Effect is a Noun. --When dealing with appearance, 90% of the time use "affect"

Question 72

72. The patient shows normal (affect/effect) and appears to be psychologically stable.

Answer 72

72. The patient shows normal **affect** and appears to be psychologically stable. RAVEN: -------Remember Affect is a Verb, Effect is a Noun. --When dealing with appearance, 90% of the time use "affect"

Question 73

73. The principal's new rules (affect/effect) the school.

Answer 73

73. The principal's new rules **affected** the school. RAVEN: -------Remember Affect is a Verb, Effect is a Noun. --When dealing with appearance, 90% of the time use "affect"

Question 74

74. Supply and demand have a direct (affect/effect) on the prices of commodities.

Answer 74

74. Supply and demand have a direct **effect** on the prices of commodities. RAVEN: -------Remember Affect is a Verb, Effect is a Noun. --When dealing with appearance, 90% of the time use "affect"

Question 75

75. The (affect/effect) of the speech was visible on the faces of the sleeping audience.

Answer 75

75. The **effect** of the speech was visible on the faces of the sleeping audience. RAVEN: -------Remember Affect is a Verb, Effect is a Noun. --When dealing with appearance, 90% of the time use "affect"

Question 76

76. He's just trying to seem cool; his indifference is completely (affected/effected).

Answer 76

76. He's just trying to seem cool; his indifference is completely **affected**. RAVEN: -------Remember Affect is a Verb, Effect is a Noun. --When dealing with appearance, 90% of the time use "affect"

Question 77

77. We may never know the full (affect/effect) of the radiation leak.

Answer 77

77. We may never know the full **effect** of the radiation leak. RAVEN: -------Remember Affect is a Verb, Effect is a Noun. --When dealing with appearance, 90% of the time use "affect"

Question 78

78. The early frost will (affect/effect) the crops.

Answer 78

78. The early frost will **affect** the crops. **RAVEN:** -------**R**emember **A**ffect is a **V**erb, **E**ffect is a **N**oun. --When dealing with appearance, 90% of the time use "affect"

Question 79

79. What kind of (affect/effect) can this quiz have on your dinner tonight?

Answer 79

79. What kind of **effect** can this quiz have on your dinner tonight? RAVEN: -------Remember Affect is a Verb, Effect is a Noun. --When dealing with appearance, 90% of the time use "affect"

Question 80

80. There are (eight, ieght) candles on the cake.

Answer 80

80. There are **eight** candles on the cake. I before e, except after c Or when sounded as 'a' as in 'neighbor' and 'weigh' Unless the 'c' is part of a 'sh' sound as in 'glacier' Or it appears in comparatives and superlatives like 'fancier' And also except when the vowels are sounded as 'e' as in 'seize' Or 'i' as in 'height' Or also in '-ing' inflections ending in '-e' as in 'cueing' Or in compound words as in 'albeit' Or occasionally in technical words with strong etymological links to their parent languages as in 'cuneiform' Or in other numerous and random exceptions such as 'science', 'forfeit', and 'weird'.

Question 81

81. I have not (recieved, received) a letter since Saturday.

Answer 81

81. I have not **received** a letter since Saturday. I before e, except after c Or when sounded as 'a' as in 'neighbor' and 'weigh' Unless the 'c' is part of a 'sh' sound as in 'glacier' Or it appears in comparatives and superlatives like 'fancier' And also except when the vowels are sounded as 'e' as in 'seize' Or 'i' as in 'height' Or also in '-ing' inflections ending in '-e' as in 'cueing' Or in compound words as in 'albeit' Or occasionally in technical words with strong etymological links to their parent languages as in 'cuneiform' Or in other numerous and random exceptions such as 'science', 'forfeit', and 'weird'.

Question 82

82. Have you ever been on a (sleigh, sliegh) ride?

Answer 82

82. Have you ever been on a **sleigh** ride? I before e, except after c **Or when sounded as 'a' as in 'neighbor' and 'weigh'** Unless the 'c' is part of a 'sh' sound as in 'glacier' Or it appears in comparatives and superlatives like 'fancier' And also except when the vowels are sounded as 'e' as in 'seize' Or 'i' as in 'height' Or also in '-ing' inflections ending in '-e' as in 'cueing' Or in compound words as in 'albeit' Or occasionally in technical words with strong etymological links to their parent languages as in 'cuneiform' Or in other numerous and random exceptions such as 'science', 'forfeit', and 'weird'.

Question 83

83. Her (neice, niece) is going to come to (grief, greif).

Answer 83

83. Her **niece** is going to come to grief. **I before e, except after c** Or when sounded as 'a' as in 'neighbor' and 'weigh' Unless the 'c' is part of a 'sh' sound as in 'glacier' Or it appears in comparatives and superlatives like 'fancier' And also except when the vowels are sounded as 'e' as in 'seize' Or 'i' as in 'height' Or also in '-ing' inflections ending in '-e' as in 'cueing' Or in compound words as in 'albeit' Or occasionally in technical words with strong etymological links to their parent languages as in 'cuneiform' Or in other numerous and random exceptions such as 'science', 'forfeit', and 'weird'.

Question 84

84. She (shrieked, shreiked) in surprise when he dropped the ice cube down her back.

Answer 84

84. She **shrieked** in surprise when he dropped the ice cube down her back. **I before e, except after c** Or when sounded as 'a' as in 'neighbor' and 'weigh' Unless the 'c' is part of a 'sh' sound as in 'glacier' Or it appears in comparatives and superlatives like 'fancier' And also except when the vowels are sounded as 'e' as in 'seize' Or 'i' as in 'height' Or also in '-ing' inflections ending in '-e' as in 'cueing' Or in compound words as in 'albeit' Or occasionally in technical words with strong etymological links to their parent languages as in 'cuneiform' Or in other numerous and random exceptions such as 'science', 'forfeit', and 'weird'.

Question 85

85. Drop that silver, you (theif, thief)!

Answer 85

85. Drop that silver, you **thief!** **I before e, except after c** Or when sounded as 'a' as in 'neighbor' and 'weigh' Unless the 'c' is part of a 'sh' sound as in 'glacier' Or it appears in comparatives and superlatives like 'fancier' **And also except when the vowels are sounded as 'e' as in 'seize'----You'll just have to imagine a British person saying, "well, that doesn't really sound like 'eeee' to me" - -it's an exception - just have to memorize. "Theif" is actually the obsolete spelling of the word. So, if you misspelled it, you were right hundreds of years ago!** Or 'i' as in 'height' Or also in '-ing' inflections ending in '-e' as in 'cueing' Or in compound words as in 'albeit' Or occasionally in technical words with strong etymological links to their parent languages as in 'cuneiform' Or in other numerous and random exceptions such as 'science', 'forfeit', and 'weird'.

Question 86

86. He's the most (conceited, concieted) man I know.

Answer 86

86. He's the most **conceited** man I know. **I before e, except after c** Or when sounded as 'a' as in 'neighbor' and 'weigh' Unless the 'c' is part of a 'sh' sound as in 'glacier' Or it appears in comparatives and superlatives like 'fancier' And also except when the vowels are sounded as 'e' as in 'seize' Or 'i' as in 'height' Or also in '-ing' inflections ending in '-e' as in 'cueing' Or in compound words as in 'albeit' Or occasionally in technical words with strong etymological links to their parent languages as in 'cuneiform' Or in other numerous and random exceptions such as 'science', 'forfeit', and 'weird'.

Question 87

87. I don't (beleive, believe) he is so (conceited, concieted).

Answer 87

87. I don't **believe** he is so **conceited**. **I before e, except after c** Or when sounded as 'a' as in 'neighbor' and 'weigh' Unless the 'c' is part of a 'sh' sound as in 'glacier' Or it appears in comparatives and superlatives like 'fancier' And also except when the vowels are sounded as 'e' as in 'seize' Or 'i' as in 'height' Or also in '-ing' inflections ending in '-e' as in 'cueing' Or in compound words as in 'albeit' Or occasionally in technical words with strong etymological links to their parent languages as in 'cuneiform' Or in other numerous and random exceptions such as 'science', 'forfeit', and 'weird'.

Question 88

88. As he was dying, the (cheif, chief) asked for a (preist, priest).

Answer 88

88. As he was dying, the **chief** asked for a **priest**. **I before e, except after c** Or when sounded as 'a' as in 'neighbor' and 'weigh' Unless the 'c' is part of a 'sh' sound as in 'glacier' Or it appears in comparatives and superlatives like 'fancier' And also except when the vowels are sounded as 'e' as in 'seize' Or 'i' as in 'height' Or also in '-ing' inflections ending in '-e' as in 'cueing' Or in compound words as in 'albeit' Or occasionally in technical words with strong etymological links to their parent languages as in 'cuneiform' Or in other numerous and random exceptions such as 'science', 'forfeit', and 'weird'.

Question 89

89. Leave the mouse a (peice, piece) of cheese.

Answer 89

89. Leave the mouse a **piece** of cheese. **I before e, except after c** Or when sounded as 'a' as in 'neighbor' and 'weigh' Unless the 'c' is part of a 'sh' sound as in 'glacier' Or it appears in comparatives and superlatives like 'fancier' And also except when the vowels are sounded as 'e' as in 'seize' Or 'i' as in 'height' Or also in '-ing' inflections ending in '-e' as in 'cueing' Or in compound words as in 'albeit' Or occasionally in technical words with strong etymological links to their parent languages as in 'cuneiform' Or in other numerous and random exceptions such as 'science', 'forfeit', and 'weird'.

Question 90

90. Brevity is the soul of wit; therefore, be (breif, brief).

Answer 90

90. Brevity is the soul of wit; therefore, be **brief**. **I before e, except after c** Or when sounded as 'a' as in 'neighbor' and 'weigh' Unless the 'c' is part of a 'sh' sound as in 'glacier' Or it appears in comparatives and superlatives like 'fancier' And also except when the vowels are sounded as 'e' as in 'seize' ---Y**up - -Looks like an exception to me too - you'll just have to remember "brief."** Or 'i' as in 'height' Or also in '-ing' inflections ending in '-e' as in 'cueing' Or in compound words as in 'albeit' Or occasionally in technical words with strong etymological links to their parent languages as in 'cuneiform' Or in other numerous and random exceptions such as 'science', 'forfeit', and 'weird'.

Question 91

91. The (freight, frieght) train woke the (nieghbors, neighbors).

Answer 91

91. The **freight** train woke the **neighbors**. I before e, except after c **Or when sounded as 'a' as in 'neighbor' and 'weigh'** Unless the 'c' is part of a 'sh' sound as in 'glacier' Or it appears in comparatives and superlatives like 'fancier' And also except when the vowels are sounded as 'e' as in 'seize' Or 'i' as in 'height' Or also in '-ing' inflections ending in '-e' as in 'cueing' Or in compound words as in 'albeit' Or occasionally in technical words with strong etymological links to their parent languages as in 'cuneiform' Or in other numerous and random exceptions such as 'science', 'forfeit', and 'weird'.

Question 92

92. I (accept, except) your kind offer of forgiveness.

Answer 92

92. I **(accept**, except) your kind offer of forgiveness. - accept = verb meaning to receive or to agree: ---He accepted their praise graciously. - except = preposition meaning all but, other than: - ---Everyone went to the game except Alyson. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/grammar/spelling\_common\_words\_that\_sound\_alike.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/spelling_common_words_that_sound_alike.html)

Question 93

93. I will (accept, except) all of your homework (accept, except) that which is not typewritten.

Answer 93

93. I will **accept** all of your homework **except** that which is not typewritten. - accept = verb meaning to receive or to agree: ---He accepted their praise graciously. - except = preposition meaning all but, other than: - ---Everyone went to the game except Alyson.

Question 94

94. There should be (access, excess) to all the doors while the building is in use.

Answer 94

94. There should be access to all the doors while the building is in use. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/grammar/spelling\_common\_words\_that\_sound\_alike.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/spelling_common_words_that_sound_alike.html)

Question 95

95. I can only (advise, advice) you to enjoy each day to its fullest.

Answer 95

95. I can only **advise** you to enjoy each day to its fullest. Advise = verb Advice = noun To **advise** (verb) someone is to give that person good **advice** (noun).

Question 96

96. The only (advise, advice) I can give you is to heat the oil in the pan before you sauté.

Answer 96

96. The only **advice** I can give you is to heat the oil in the pan before you sauté. Advise = verb Advice = noun To advise (verb) someone is to give that person good advice (noun).

Question 97

97. The scenery for "Cats" gives the (allusion, illusion) of being in a junkyard.

Answer 97

97. The scenery for "Cats" gives the (allusion, **illusion**) of being in a junkyard. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/grammar/spelling\_common\_words\_that\_sound\_alike.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/spelling_common_words_that_sound_alike.html)

Question 98

98. If you had listened carefully, you would have heard your teacher's (allusion, illusion) to Shakespeare's Taming of the Shrew.

Answer 98

98. If you had listened carefully, you would have heard your teacher's (**allusion**, illusion) to Shakespeare's Taming of the Shrew. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/grammar/spelling\_common\_words\_that\_sound\_alike.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/spelling_common_words_that_sound_alike.html)

Question 99

99. He is (already, all ready) to go and waiting in the car.

Answer 99

99. He is (already, **all ready**) to go and waiting in the car. [https://grammarist.com/spelling/already-all-ready/](https://grammarist.com/spelling/already-all-ready/)

Question 100

100. He is (already, all ready) waiting in the car.

Answer 100

100. He is (**already**, all ready) waiting in the car. [https://grammarist.com/spelling/already-all-ready/](https://grammarist.com/spelling/already-all-ready/)

Question 101

101. Should we (altar, alter) the date of our trip to the (altar, alter)?

Answer 101

101. Should we (altar, **alter**) the date of our trip to the **(altar,** alter)? [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/grammar/spelling\_common\_words\_that\_sound\_alike.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/spelling_common_words_that_sound_alike.html)

Question 102

102.The (altar, alter) is set up for a wedding, so please do not (altar, alter) it.

Answer 102

102.The (**_altar**_, alter) is set up for a wedding, so please do not (altar, _**alter_**) it. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/grammar/spelling\_common\_words\_that\_sound\_alike.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/grammar/spelling_common_words_that_sound_alike.html)

Question 103

103. Here is the (bare, bear) essential: homework must be typed and submitted on time.

Answer 103

103. Here is the bare essential: homework must be typed and submitted on time. [https://www.grammar-monster.com/easily\_confused/bare\_bear.htm](https://www.grammar-monster.com/easily_confused/bare_bear.htm)

Question 104

104. That mother grizzly (bare, bear) can't (bare, bear) to let her cubs out of her sight.

Answer 104

104. That mother grizzly bear can't bear to let her cubs out of her sight. [https://www.grammar-monster.com/easily\_confused/bare\_bear.htm](https://www.grammar-monster.com/easily_confused/bare_bear.htm)

Question 105

105. Give me a (break, brake)!

Answer 105

105. Give me a **_(break,_** brake)!

Question 106

106. (Brake, Break) for potholes, or you could (brake, break) the axle.

Answer 106

106. (**_Brake,**_ Break) for potholes, or you could (brake, _**break)_** the axle.

Question 107

107. The dome on the (capital, capitol) is being repainted this week.

Answer 107

107. The dome on the capitol is being repainted this week. [https://www.grammarly.com/blog/capital-vs-capitol/#:~:text=Capital%2520can%2520refer%2520to%2520uppercase,which%2520the%2520US%2520Congress%2520meets.](https://www.grammarly.com/blog/capital-vs-capitol/#:~:text=Capital%2520can%2520refer%2520to%2520uppercase,which%2520the%2520US%2520Congress%2520meets.)

Question 108

108. The (capital, capitol) building is usually found in the (capital, capitol) of the state.

Answer 108

108. The capitol building is usually found in the capital of the state. [https://www.grammarly.com/blog/capital-vs-capitol/#:~:text=Capital%2520can%2520refer%2520to%2520uppercase,which%2520the%2520US%2520Congress%2520meets.](https://www.grammarly.com/blog/capital-vs-capitol/#:~:text=Capital%2520can%2520refer%2520to%2520uppercase,which%2520the%2520US%2520Congress%2520meets.)

Question 109

109. That tie will nicely (complement, compliment) your shirt.

Answer 109

109. That tie will nicely **complement** your shirt. Definition: Compliment - with an I - means to say something nice to someone, to express approval or admiration. Complement - with an E - can be broadly understood as something that completes something else in some way. Sometimes it completes by improving, as in "a hat that is an elegant complement to the suit." sometimes it completes by filling a need, as in "a team with a full complement of players." It's used in technical contexts too, such as medicine, grammar, and mathematics. Complement is also a verb meaning "to complete or enhance by providing something additional." And that's really the crux of it: complement is about completing, and compliment is about courtesy especially in the form of admiration, esteem, or approval.

Question 110

110. “One technology doesn’t replace another, it (complements, compliments). Books are no more threatened by Kindle than stairs by elevators.” —Stephen Fry

Answer 110

110. “One technology doesn’t replace another, it **complements**. Books are no more threatened by Kindle than stairs by elevators.” —Stephen Fry. Definition: Compliment - with an I - means to say something nice to someone, to express approval or admiration. Complement - with an E - can be broadly understood as something that completes something else in some way. * Sometimes it completes by improving, as in "a hat that is an elegant complement to the suit." * sometimes it completes by filling a need, as in "a team with a full complement of players." * It's used in technical contexts too, such as medicine, grammar, and mathematics. Complement is also a verb meaning "to complete or enhance by providing something additional." And that's really the crux of it: complement is about completing, and compliment is about courtesy especially in the form of admiration, esteem, or approval.

Question 111

111. (Complement, Compliment) people whenever you get the chance.

Answer 111

111. Compliment people whenever you get the chance. Definition: Compliment - with an I - means to say something nice to someone, to express approval or admiration. Complement - with an E - can be broadly understood as something that completes something else in some way. * Sometimes it completes by improving, as in "a hat that is an elegant complement to the suit." * sometimes it completes by filling a need, as in "a team with a full complement of players." * It's used in technical contexts too, such as medicine, grammar, and mathematics. Complement is also a verb meaning "to complete or enhance by providing something additional." And that's really the crux of it: complement is about completing, and compliment is about courtesy especially in the form of admiration, esteem, or approval.

Question 112

112. A woman usually should (precede, proceed) a gentleman through the door.

Answer 112

112. A woman usually should (**precede,** proceed) a gentleman through the door. [https://www.merriam-webster.com/words-at-play/precede-or-proceed-usage](https://www.merriam-webster.com/words-at-play/precede-or-proceed-usage)

Question 113

113. In case of fire, (precede, proceed) to the nearest exit.

Answer 113

113. In case of fire, (precede, **proceed**) to the nearest exit. [https://www.merriam-webster.com/words-at-play/precede-or-proceed-usage](https://www.merriam-webster.com/words-at-play/precede-or-proceed-usage)

Question 114

114. (Who, Whom) is going to wear this awful color coat?

Answer 114

114. Who, is going to wear this awful color coat? Try the "he/him" test: **He** is going to wear the awful coat. "**He**" does not end with an m (the way **him** does), so use the form that doesn't end with an "m." "**He**." [https://www.grammarly.com/blog/who-vs-whom-its-not-as-complicated-as-you-might-think/#:~:text=Whom%20should%20be%20used%20to,the%20subject%20of%20a%20sentence.](https://www.grammarly.com/blog/who-vs-whom-its-not-as-complicated-as-you-might-think/#:~:text=Whom%20should%20be%20used%20to,the%20subject%20of%20a%20sentence.)

Question 115

115. (Who, Whom) is this awful color coat for?

Answer 115

115. **Whom** is this awful color coat for? Try the "he/him" test: The coat is for hi**m.** (you wouldn't say that the coat is for he). "Him" ends with an "m," so use the version that also ends with an "m." "Whom." [https://www.grammarly.com/blog/who-vs-whom-its-not-as-complicated-as-you-might-think/#:~:text=Whom%20should%20be%20used%20to,the%20subject%20of%20a%20sentence.](https://www.grammarly.com/blog/who-vs-whom-its-not-as-complicated-as-you-might-think/#:~:text=Whom%20should%20be%20used%20to,the%20subject%20of%20a%20sentence.)

Question 116

116. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: He left the scene, of the accident and tried to forget that it had happened.

Answer 116

116. He left the scene of the accident and tried to forget that it had happened. no comma needed. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 117

117. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: Oil which is lighter than water rises to the surface.

Answer 117

117. Oil, which is lighter than water, rises to the surface. Rule 3: Use a pair of commas in the middle of a sentence to set off clauses, phrases, and words that are not essential to the meaning of the sentence. Use one comma before to indicate the beginning of the pause and one at the end to indicate the end of the pause. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 118

118. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: Madame de Stael was an attractive gracious lady.

Answer 118

118. Madame de Stael was an attractive, gracious lady. Rule 6: Use commas to separate two or more coordinate adjectives that describe the same noun. Be sure never to add an extra comma between the final adjective and the noun itself or to use commas with non-coordinate adjectives. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 119

119. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: Nice is a word with many meanings and some of them are contradictory.

Answer 119

119. Nice is a word with many meanings, and some of them are contradictory. Rule 1: Use commas to separate independent clauses when they are joined by any of these seven coordinating conjunctions: and, but, for, or, nor, so, yet. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 120

120. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: The contractor testified, that the house was completed and that the work had been done properly.

Answer 120

120. The contractor testified that the house was completed and that the work had been done properly. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 121

121. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: Some people refuse to go to the zoo, because of pity for creatures that must live in small cages.

Answer 121

121. Some people refuse to go to the zoo because of pity for creatures that must live in small cages. most of the time, do not use "because" with a comma. Use a comma only in the rare curcumstance that clarification of meaning makes it absolutely necessary [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 122

122. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: Taxicabs that are dirty, are illegal in some cities.

Answer 122

122. Taxicabs that are dirty are illegal in some cities. "That" doesn't like commas "which" doesn't like people (just like real witches!) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Js8tBCfbWk&t=2s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Js8tBCfbWk&t=2s) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 123

123. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: The closet contained worn clothes old shoes and dirty hats.

Answer 123

123. The closet contained worn clothes, old shoes, and dirty hats. Rule 5: Use commas to separate three or more words, phrases, or clauses written in a series. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 124

124. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: The uninvited guest wore a dark blue, tweed suit.

Answer 124

124. The uninvited guest wore a dark blue tweed suit. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 125

125. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: After surviving this ordeal the trapper felt relieved.

Answer 125

125. After surviving this ordeal, the trapper felt relieved. Rule 2: Use commas after introductory a) clauses, b) phrases, or c) words that come before the main clause. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 126

126. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: Mark Twain's early novels I believe stand the test of time.

Answer 126

126. Mark Twain's early novels, I believe, stand the test of time. Rule 3: Use a pair of commas in the middle of a sentence to set off clauses, phrases, and words that are not essential to the meaning of the sentence. Use one comma before to indicate the beginning of the pause and one at the end to indicate the end of the pause. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 127

127. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: December 7 1941 will never be forgotten.

Answer 127

127. December 7, 1941, will never be forgotten. Rule 9: Use commas to separate all geographical names, items in dates (except between the month and day), addresses (except between the street number and name), and titles in names. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 128

128. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: The field was safe enough wasn't it?

Answer 128

128. The field was safe enough, wasn't it? Rule 7: Use a comma near the end of a sentence to separate contrasted coordinate elements or to indicate a distinct pause or shift. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 129

129. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: Write the editor of the Atlantic 8 Arlington Street Boston Massachusetts 02116.

Answer 129

129. Write the editor of the Atlantic, 8 Arlington Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02116. Rule 9: Use commas to set off all geographical names, items in dates (except the month and day), addresses (except the street number and name), and titles in names. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 130

130. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: He replied "I have no idea what you mean."

Answer 130

130. He replied, "I have no idea what you mean." Rule 10: Use a comma to shift between the main discourse and a quotation. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 131

131. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: After a good washing and grooming the pup looked like a new dog.

Answer 131

131. After a good washing and grooming, the pup looked like a new dog. Rule 2: Use commas after introductory a) clauses, b) phrases, or c) words that come before the main clause.

Question 132

132. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: Because of their opposition to institutions that force creatures to live in captivity some people refuse to go to the zoo.

Answer 132

132. Because of their opposition to institutions that force creatures to live in captivity, some people refuse to go to the zoo. Rule 2: Use commas after introductory a) clauses, b) phrases, or c) words that come before the main clause.

Question 133

133. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: Men who are bald, are frequently the ones who are the most authoritative on the subject of baldness.

Answer 133

133. Men who are bald are frequently the ones who are the most authoritative on the subject of baldness. None Needed [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 134

134. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: Vests which were once popular have been out of vogue for several years.

Answer 134

134. Vests, which were once popular, have been out of vogue for several years. Rule 3: Use a pair of commas in the middle of a sentence to set off clauses, phrases, and words that are **not** essential to the meaning of the sentence. Use one comma before to indicate the beginning of the pause and one at the end to indicate the end of the pause. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 135

135. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: As a celestial goddess she regulated the course of the heavenly bodies and controlled the alternating seasons.

Answer 135

135. As a celestial goddess, she regulated the course of the heavenly bodies and controlled the alternating seasons. Rule 2: Use commas after introductory a) clauses, b) phrases, or c) words that come before the main clause. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 136

136. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: I hope that someday, he will learn how to be polite.

Answer 136

136. I hope that someday he will learn how to be polite. none needed [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 137

137. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: There was no question that John's painting a huge colorful and ugly mural was the worst entry in the art exhibit.

Answer 137

137. There was no question that John's painting, a huge, colorful, and ugly mural, was the worst entry in the art exhibit. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 138

138. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: Werner von Braun Willy Ley and Edward Teller noted authorities in the field of rocket development have done much to guide the missile program of the United States.

Answer 138

138. Werner von Braun, Willy Ley, and Edward Teller, noted authorities in the field of rocket development, have done much to guide the missile program of the United States. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 139

139. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: Mr. Cready's ability to say the wrong thing at the wrong time is I believe amazing.

Answer 139

139. Mr. Cready's ability to say the wrong thing at the wrong time is, I believe, amazing. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 140

140. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: Running around the house the dog was abruptly stopped by a fence.

Answer 140

140. Running around the house, the dog was abruptly stopped by a fence. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 141

141. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: If the opposition should win our candidate would never have any political future.

Answer 141

141. If the opposition should win, our candidate would never have any political future. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 142

142. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: Gracefully lightly and daintily the ballerina moved across the stage.

Answer 142

142. Gracefully, lightly, and daintily, the ballerina moved across the stage. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 143

143. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: Glamour the woman's fashion magazine recently incorporated with Charm another fashion journal.

Answer 143

143. Glamour, the woman's fashion magazine, recently incorporated with Charm, another fashion journal. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 144

144. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: Joe was born on May 7 1955 and his best friend was born exactly two months later on July 7 1955.

Answer 144

144. Joe was born on May 7, 1955, and his best friend was born exactly two months later on July 7, 1955. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 145

145. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: Mr. and Mrs. Kwon my parents' best friends sat in front of us at the football game.

Answer 145

145. Mr. and Mrs. Kwon, my parents' best friends, sat in front of us at the football game. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 146

146. Add or delete comma(s) as needed: November 11 1918 the armistice ending World War I was signed.

Answer 146

146. November 11, 1918, the armistice ending World War I was signed. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 147

147. Correct? if incorrect, fix: As the boat turned about a dozen dolphins began to follow it.

Answer 147

147. As the boat turned, about a dozen dolphins began to follow it. (missing comma after introductory clause ending with "turned") [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 148

148. Correct? if incorrect, fix: Since we moved into town, our fuel bill has tripled.

Answer 148

148. Since we moved into town, our fuel bill has tripled. (correct use of comma after introductory clause) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 149

149. Correct? if incorrect, fix: Having chosen nursing as a career Susan enrolled in many science courses.

Answer 149

149. Having chosen nursing as a career, Susan enrolled in many science courses. (missing comma after introductory participial phrase ending with "career") [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 150

150. Correct? if incorrect, fix: Usually, I have time to eat breakfast.

Answer 150

150. Usually, I have time to eat breakfast. (correct use of comma after introductory adverb) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 151

151. Correct? if incorrect, fix: From outside the twelve-mile fishing limits off the coast of Maine, a strange phenomenon has been reported.

Answer 151

151. From outside the twelve-mile fishing limits off the coast of Maine, a strange phenomenon has been reported. (correct use of comma after combination of prepositional phrases) prepositional phrases: **from outside...** **off** the coast [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 152

152. Correct? if incorrect, fix: When he was in high school he was known only as an athlete.

Answer 152

152. When he was in high school, he was known only as an athlete. (missing comma after introductory clause ending with "school") [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 153

153. Correct? if incorrect, fix: Before you decide what courses to take, you should consider the amount of work you are willing to do.

Answer 153

153.Before you decide what courses to take, you should consider the amount of work you are willing to do. (correct use of comma after introductory clause) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 154

154. Correct? if incorrect, fix: Nevertheless I do not want to meet him.

Answer 154

154. Nevertheless, I do not want to meet him. (missing comma after introductory transitional word "nevertheless") [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 155

155. Add introductory commas where they are needed: Can you identify whether the introductory element, if any, is a clause, phrase, or word? To give Jane a good look at the university Mr. Benson drove up for the Day on Campus.

Answer 155

155. To give Jane a good look at the university, Mr. Benson drove up for the Day on campus. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 156

156. Add introductory commas where they are needed: Can you identify whether the introductory element, if any, is a clause, phrase, or word? Since the dog had started to run a way we had to scramble to catch him.

Answer 156

156. Since the dog had started to run a way, we had to scramble to catch him. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 157

157. Add introductory commas where they are needed: Can you identify whether the introductory element, if any, is a clause, phrase, or word? Of course the movie that I had rushed to see didn't start on time.

Answer 157

157. Of course, the movie that I had rushed to see didn't start on time. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 158

158. Add introductory commas where they are needed: Can you identify whether the introductory element, if any, is a clause, phrase, or word? Her secondhand car was in excellent condition when she bought it.

Answer 158

158. Her secondhand car was in excellent condition when she bought it. No comma needed. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 159

159. Add introductory commas where they are needed: Can you identify whether the introductory element, if any, is a clause, phrase, or word? As I mentioned the rules can be broken occasionally.

Answer 159

159. As I mentioned, the rules can be broken occasionally. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 160

160. Add introductory commas where they are needed: Can you identify whether the introductory element, if any, is a clause, phrase, or word? Having decided to eat only natural foods he had to give up all of his favorite junk food snacks.

Answer 160

160. Having decided to eat only natural foods, he had to give up all of his favorite junk food snacks. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 161

161. Add introductory commas where they are needed: Can you identify whether the introductory element, if any, is a clause, phrase, or word? To estimate the costs he consulted a repairman by phone.

Answer 161

161. To estimate the costs, he consulted a repairman by phone. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 162

162. Add introductory commas where they are needed: Can you identify whether the introductory element, if any, is a clause, phrase, or word? To succeed in politics is not necessarily desirable.

Answer 162

162. To succeed in politics is not necessarily desirable. No comma needed. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 163

163. Add introductory commas where they are needed: Can you identify whether the introductory element, if any, is a clause, phrase, or word? Making up his mind quickly Jared ordered lasagna while we were still reading the menu.

Answer 163

163. Making up his mind quickly, Jared ordered lasagna while we were still reading the menu. without the comma after quickly, the reader is going to have to figure out whether the "quickly" refers to Jared ordering or jared making up his mind. it makes the reader do extra work for no benefit. This kind of comma error can erode the trust a reader gives the writer. The tell-tale sign that the first phrase is an introductory phrase (rather than the main clause) is the verb ending with -ing. That's called a gerund! additional: [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 164

164. Is the use of the semicolon correct? Why or why not? He tried to use the bottle opener; however, it wouldn't work.

Answer 164

164. it's fine the way it is. so, **He tried to use the bottle opener** is an independent clause. **however, it wouldn't work.** is an independent clause. a semicolon is fine separating two independent clauses that require a little more of a logical connection than a period would provide. Another possibility would be to use a period to separate the two independent clauses: **He tried to use the bottle opener. However, it wouldn't work.** Here, the period is correct, but the emphasis is slightly different. the two thoughts are seprate. The author wants the reader to move on between the two sentences. In the semicolon example, the author wants to convey to the reader that the thought is not yet complete. The semicolon signals to the reader, "hang on, I know it looks like I'm done with this thought, but don't stop just yet--the following clause is intimately connected to the current clause." Both are correct; they differ in emphasis. Optional additional material: The original sentence works fine with the semi-colon; however, no comma is needed if the sentence is rephrased in the following way: **However he tried to use the bottle opener, it wouldn't work.** The however now introduces an introductory clause ---- and introductory clauses require a comma between it and the main clause. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/extended\_rules\_for\_commas.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html)

Question 165

165.Identify the nonessential words, phrases, or clauses (if any) and add the appropriate punctuation (if necessary): Patterson Tower the recently completed office building is a monument to concrete ugliness.

Answer 165

165. Patterson Tower, the recently completed office building, is a monument to concrete ugliness. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/commas\_with\_nonessential\_elements.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/commas_with_nonessential_elements.html)

Question 166

166. Identify the nonessential words, phrases, or clauses and add the appropriate punctuation: The movie that I wanted to see is no longer playing.

Answer 166

166. The movie that I wanted to see is no longer playing. (correct - everything is essential) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/commas\_with\_nonessential\_elements.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/commas_with_nonessential_elements.html)

Question 167

167. Identify the nonessential words, phrases, or clauses (if any) and add the appropriate punctuation (if necessary): Each person who enters the contest must send in two box tops.

Answer 167

167. Each person who enters the contest must send in two box tops. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/commas\_with\_nonessential\_elements.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/commas_with_nonessential_elements.html)

Question 168

168. Identify the nonessential words, phrases, or clauses and add the appropriate punctuation: John decided nonetheless not to buy the car.

Answer 168

168. John decided, nonetheless, not to buy the car. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/commas\_with\_nonessential\_elements.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/commas_with_nonessential_elements.html)

Question 169

169. Identify the nonessential words, phrases, or clauses and add the appropriate punctuation: The Mississippi River which once flowed north into Hudson Bay flows south into the Gulf of Mexico.

Answer 169

169. The Mississippi River, which once flowed north into Hudson Bay, flows south into the Gulf of Mexico. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/commas\_with\_nonessential\_elements.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/commas_with_nonessential_elements.html)

Question 170

170. Identify the nonessential words, phrases, or clauses and add the appropriate punctuation: Your cat watching the dog intently walked carefully away.

Answer 170

170. Your cat, watching the dog intently, walked carefully away. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/commas\_with\_nonessential\_elements.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/commas_with_nonessential_elements.html)

Question 171

171. Identify the nonessential words, phrases, or clauses and add the appropriate punctuation: The cat that was watching the dog most intently walked carefully away.

Answer 171

171. there are no non-essential words, so you don't need any commas. remember : “That” doesn’t like commas “Which” doesn’t like people (just like a Halloween-style witch!) The cat that was watching the dog most intently walked carefully away. (correct) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Js8tBCfbWk](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Js8tBCfbWk)

Question 172

172. Identify the nonessential words, phrases, or clauses and add the appropriate punctuation: TV commercials sometimes the most entertaining parts of a program are essentially flashy corporate propaganda.

Answer 172

172. TV commercials, sometimes the most entertaining parts of a program, are essentially flashy corporate propaganda. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/commas\_with\_nonessential\_elements.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/commas_with_nonessential_elements.html)

Question 173

173. Identify the nonessential words, phrases, or clauses and add the appropriate punctuation: The dam project which many in the government consider to be a sign of national strength will destroy hundreds of villages and vast areas of wildlife habitat along the river banks.

Answer 173

173. The dam project, which many in the government consider to be a sign of national strength, will destroy hundreds of villages and vast areas of wildlife habitat along the river banks. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/commas\_with\_nonessential\_elements.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/commas_with_nonessential_elements.html)

Question 174

174. Identify the nonessential words, phrases, or clauses and add the appropriate punctuation: The free-jazz musician Sun Ra claimed to be from Saturn.

Answer 174

174. The free-jazz musician Sun Ra claimed to be from Saturn. (correct) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/commas\_with\_nonessential\_elements.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/commas_with_nonessential_elements.html)

Question 175

175. In the following sentences put in quotation marks wherever they are needed, and underline words where italics are needed: Mary is trying hard in school this semester, her father said.

Answer 175

175. "Mary is trying hard in school this semester," her father said. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/quotation\_marks/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/quotation_marks/index.html)

Question 176

176. In the following sentences put in quotation marks wherever they are needed No, the taxi driver said curtly, I cannot get you to the airport in fifteen minutes.

Answer 176

176. "No," the taxi driver said curtly, "I cannot get you to the airport in fifteen minutes." [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/quotation\_marks/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/quotation_marks/index.html)

Question 177

177. In the following sentences put in quotation marks wherever they are needed, and underline words where italics are needed: I believe, Jack remarked, that the best time of year to visit Europe is in the spring. At least that's what I read in a book entitled Guide to Europe.

Answer 177

177. "I believe," Jack remarked, "that the best time of year to visit Europe is in the spring. At least that's what I read in a book entitled *Guide to Europe*. " [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/quotation\_marks/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/quotation_marks/index.html)

Question 178

178. In the following sentences put in quotation marks wherever they are needed, and underline words where italics are needed: My French professor told me that my accent is abominable.

Answer 178

178. My French professor told me that my accent is abominable. This sentence is correct as is. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/quotation\_marks/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/quotation_marks/index.html)

Question 179

179. In the following sentences put in quotation marks wherever they are needed, and underline words where italics are needed: She asked, Is Time a magazine you read regularly?

Answer 179

179. She asked, "Is *Time* a magazine you read regularly?" [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/punctuation/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/punctuation/index.html)

Question 180

180. In the following sentences put in quotation marks wherever they are needed, and underline words where italics are needed: Flannery O'Connor probably got the title of one of her stories from the words of the old popular song, A Good Man Is Hard to Find.

Answer 180

180. Flannery O'Connor probably got the title of one of her stories from the words of the old popular song, "A Good Man Is Hard to Find." [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/punctuation/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/punctuation/index.html)

Question 181

181. In the following sentences put in quotation marks wherever they are needed, and underline words where italics are needed: When did Roosevelt say, We have nothing to fear but fear itself?

Answer 181

181. When did Roosevelt say, "We have nothing to fear but fear itself"? Correct [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/punctuation/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/punctuation/index.html)

Question 182

182. In the following sentences put in quotation marks wherever they are needed, and underline words where italics are needed: It seems to me that hip and cool are words that are going out of style.

Answer 182

182. It seems to me that "hip" and "cool" are words that are going out of style. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/punctuation/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/punctuation/index.html)

Question 183

183. In the following sentences put in quotation marks wherever they are needed, and underline words where italics are needed: Yesterday, John said, This afternoon I'll bring back your book Conflict in the Middle East; however, he did not return it.

Answer 183

183. Yesterday, John said, "This afternoon I'll bring back your book Conflict in the Middle East "; however, he did not return it. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/commas/commas\_vs\_semicolons.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/commas_vs_semicolons.html) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/punctuation/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/punctuation/index.html)

Question 184

184. In the following sentences put in quotation marks wherever they are needed, and underline words where italics are needed: Can you believe, Dot asked me, that it has been almost five years since we've seen each other?

Answer 184

184. "Can you believe," Dot asked me, "that it has been almost five years since we've seen each other?" [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/quotation\_marks/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/quotation_marks/index.html)

Question 185

185. In the following sentences put in quotation marks wherever they are needed, and underline words where italics are needed: A Perfect Day for Bananafish is, I believe, J. D. Salinger's best short story.

Answer 185

185. "A Perfect Day for Bananafish" is, I believe, J. D. Salinger's best short story.[https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/punctuation/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/punctuation/index.html)

Question 186

186. In the following sentences put in quotation marks wherever they are needed, and underline words where italics are needed: Certainly, Mr. Martin said, I shall explain the whole situation to him. I know that he will understand.

Answer 186

186. "Certainly," Mr. Martin said, "I shall explain the whole situation to him. I know that he will understand." [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/punctuation/punctuation/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/punctuation/index.html)

Question 187

187. The grapes are grown in California. → Active/Passive

Answer 187

187. The grapes are grown in California. → Passive [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/active\_and\_passive\_voice/active\_versus\_passive\_voice.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/active_and_passive_voice/active_versus_passive_voice.html)

Question 188

188. The hamster can be kept in a cage. → Active/Passive

Answer 188

188. The hamster can be kept in a cage. → Passive [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/active\_and\_passive\_voice/active\_versus\_passive\_voice.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/active_and_passive_voice/active_versus_passive_voice.html)

Question 189

189. The party has already started. → Active/Passive

Answer 189

189. The party has already started. → Passive [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/active\_and\_passive\_voice/active\_versus\_passive\_voice.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/active_and_passive_voice/active_versus_passive_voice.html)

Question 190

190. The car is standing at the garage. → Active /Passive

Answer 190

190. The car is standing at the garage. → Active [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/active\_and\_passive\_voice/active\_versus\_passive\_voice.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/active_and_passive_voice/active_versus_passive_voice.html)

Question 191

191. The ship has left the harbor. → Active /Passive

Answer 191

191. The ship has left the harbor. → Active [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/active\_and\_passive\_voice/active\_versus\_passive\_voice.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/active_and_passive_voice/active_versus_passive_voice.html)

Question 192

192. The police didn't find the robber last week. → Active /Passive

Answer 192

192. The police didn't find the robber last week. → Active [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/active\_and\_passive\_voice/active\_versus\_passive\_voice.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/active_and_passive_voice/active_versus_passive_voice.html)

Question 193

193. The first fast food restaurants were opened in the USA in 1916. → Active /Passive

Answer 193

193. The first fast food restaurants were opened in the USA in 1916. → Passive [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/active\_and\_passive\_voice/active\_versus\_passive\_voice.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/active_and_passive_voice/active_versus_passive_voice.html)

Question 194

194. The train is going to arrive late. → Active /Passive

Answer 194

194. The train is going to arrive late. → Active [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/active\_and\_passive\_voice/active\_versus\_passive\_voice.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/active_and_passive_voice/active_versus_passive_voice.html)

Question 195

195. The search will be stopped because of the storm. → Active /Passive

Answer 195

195. The search will be stopped because of the storm. → Active [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/active\_and\_passive\_voice/active\_versus\_passive\_voice.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/active_and_passive_voice/active_versus_passive_voice.html)

Question 196

196. The friends have been looking forward to meeting her. → Active/ Passive

Answer 196

196. His friends have been looking forward to meeting her. → Active [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/active\_and\_passive\_voice/active\_versus\_passive\_voice.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/active_and_passive_voice/active_versus_passive_voice.html)

Question 197

197. Rewrite the following sentence using passive voice: Julia rescued three cats.

Answer 197

197. Three cats were rescued (by Julia). [I put in the parenthesis for emphasis--- obviously you wouldn’t do that – but notice in all the examples that actor of the sentence is found in a prepositional phrase (starting with “by’ or “from.”) The prep phrase and the “to be” verb in one sentence is a major clue that you are in passive voice. Remember that the Subject of a sentence CANNOT be found within a prepositional phrase.] [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/active\_and\_passive\_voice/active\_versus\_passive\_voice.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/active_and_passive_voice/active_versus_passive_voice.html)

Question 198

198. Rewrite the following sentence using passive voice: The students handed in the reports.

Answer 198

198. The reports were handed in (by the students). [I put in the parenthesis for emphasis--- obviously you wouldn’t do that – but notice in all the examples that actor of the sentence is found in a prepositional phrase (starting with “by’ or “from.”) The prep phrase and the “to be” verb in one sentence is a major clue that you are in passive voice. Remember that the Subject of a sentence CANNOT be found within a prepositional phrase.] [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/active\_and\_passive\_voice/active\_versus\_passive\_voice.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/active_and_passive_voice/active_versus_passive_voice.html)

Question 199

199. Rewrite the following sentence using passive voice: Maria crashed into the blue car.

Answer 199

199. (this one is going to be awkward no matter what – so you probably wouldn’t use it in the real world) The blue car was crashed into by Maria - - - -or maybe – The blue car got into an accident. This sentence illustrates how sometimes it’s not a matter of choice --- active is simply a better way to state the information. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/active\_and\_passive\_voice/active\_versus\_passive\_voice.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/active_and_passive_voice/active_versus_passive_voice.html)

Question 200

200. Rewrite the following sentence using passive voice: Alex learned the poem.

Answer 200

200. The poem was learned (by Alex). I put in the parenthesis for emphasis--- obviously you wouldn’t do that – but notice in all the examples that actor of the sentence is found in a prepositional phrase (starting with “by’ or “from.”) The prep phrase and the “to be” verb in one sentence is a major clue that you are in passive voice. Remember that the Subject of a sentence CANNOT be found within a prepositional phrase. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/active\_and\_passive\_voice/active\_versus\_passive\_voice.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/active_and_passive_voice/active_versus_passive_voice.html)

Question 201

201. Rewrite the following sentence using passive voice: Steven has forgotten the book.

Answer 201

201. The book has been forgotten (by Steven). I put in the parenthesis for emphasis--- obviously you wouldn’t do that – but notice in all the examples that actor of the sentence is found in a prepositional phrase (starting with “by’ or “from.”) The prep phrase and the “to be” verb in one sentence is a major clue that you are in passive voice. Remember that the Subject of a sentence CANNOT be found within a prepositional phrase. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/active\_and\_passive\_voice/active\_versus\_passive\_voice.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/active_and_passive_voice/active_versus_passive_voice.html)

Question 202

202. Rewrite the following sentence using passive voice: The technician has not repaired the DVD recorder.

Answer 202

202. The DVD recorder has not been repaired (by the technician). I put in the parenthesis for emphasis--- obviously you wouldn’t do that – but notice in all the examples that actor of the sentence is found in a prepositional phrase (starting with “by’ or “from.”) The prep phrase and the “to be” verb in one sentence is a major clue that you are in passive voice. Remember that the Subject of a sentence CANNOT be found within a prepositional phrase. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/active\_and\_passive\_voice/active\_versus\_passive\_voice.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/active_and_passive_voice/active_versus_passive_voice.html)

Question 203

203. Rewrite the following sentence using passive voice: They play handball.

Answer 203

203. Handball was played by them. (See how awkward it sounds?) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/active\_and\_passive\_voice/active\_versus\_passive\_voice.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/active_and_passive_voice/active_versus_passive_voice.html)

Question 204

204. Rewrite the following sentence using passive voice: Sue puts the rucksack on the floor.

Answer 204

204. The rucksack was placed on the floor (by Sue). I put in the parenthesis for emphasis--- obviously you wouldn’t do that – but notice in all the examples that actor of the sentence is found in a prepositional phrase (starting with “by’ or “from.”) The prep phrase and the “to be” verb in one sentence is a major clue that you are in passive voice. Remember that the Subject of a sentence CANNOT be found within a prepositional phrase. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/active\_and\_passive\_voice/active\_versus\_passive\_voice.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/active_and_passive_voice/active_versus_passive_voice.html)

Question 205

205. Rewrite the following sentence using passive voice: The girls had lost the match.

Answer 205

205. The match had been lost (by the girls). (Also notice how “has been” is not the same verb tense as “had been.”) I put in the parenthesis for emphasis--- obviously you wouldn’t do that – but notice in all the examples that actor of the sentence is found in a prepositional phrase (starting with “by’ or “from.”) The prep phrase and the “to be” verb in one sentence is a major clue that you are in passive voice. Remember that the Subject of a sentence CANNOT be found within a prepositional phrase. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/active\_and\_passive\_voice/active\_versus\_passive\_voice.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/active_and_passive_voice/active_versus_passive_voice.html)

Question 206

206. Rewrite the following sentence using passive voice: The teacher is not going to open the window.

Answer 206

206. The window will not be opened (or- is not going to be opened) by the teacher. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/active\_and\_passive\_voice/active\_versus\_passive\_voice.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/active_and_passive_voice/active_versus_passive_voice.html)

Question 207

207. Rewrite the following sentence using passive voice: Scientists found strong data to support the hypothesis.

Answer 207

207. Strong data was found (by the scientists) to support the hypothesis. I put in the parenthesis for emphasis--- obviously you wouldn’t do that – but notice in all the examples that actor of the sentence is found in a prepositional phrase (starting with “by’ or “from.”) The prep phrase and the “to be” verb in one sentence is a major clue that you are in passive voice. Remember that the Subject of a sentence CANNOT be found within a prepositional phrase. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/active\_and\_passive\_voice/active\_versus\_passive\_voice.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/active_and_passive_voice/active_versus_passive_voice.html)

Question 208

208. Rewrite the following sentence using passive voice: Someone or something started the fire at approximately one o'clock in the morning.

Answer 208

208. The fire was started at approximately one o'clock in the morning (and you may add, “by someone or something”) You can see why official statements from the fire department use passive voice...because we may not know who did what at the time of the report. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/active\_and\_passive\_voice/active\_versus\_passive\_voice.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/active_and_passive_voice/active_versus_passive_voice.html)

Question 209

209. Is the parallel structure correct?. Can you explain why? Tomorrow, the Home Owners Association will vote on whether to chop down a tree that blocks the sun from the pool, to trim back the tree, or to install a heater.

Answer 209

209. Correct: T omorrow, _the Home Owners Association will vote on whether_ **to chop** down a tree that blocks the sun from the pool, **to trim** back the tree, or **to install** a heater. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/parallel\_structure.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/parallel_structure.html)

Question 210

210. Is the parallel structure correct?. Can you explain why? Tomorrow, the Home Owners Association will vote on whether to chop down a tree that blocks the sun from the pool, trim back the tree, or to install a heater.

Answer 210

210. Incorrect: Tomorrow, _the Home Owners Association will vote on whether_ **to chop** down a tree that blocks the sun from the pool, **trim** back the tree, or t**o install** a heater. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/parallel\_structure.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/parallel_structure.html)

Question 211

211. Is the parallel structure correct?. Can you explain why? Tomorrow, the Home Owners Association will vote on whether to chop down a tree that blocks the sun from the pool, trim back the tree, or install a heater.

Answer 211

211. Correct: Tomorrow, _the Home Owners Association will vote on whether to_ **chop** down a tree that blocks the sun from the pool, **trim** back the tree, or **install** a heater. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/parallel\_structure.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/parallel_structure.html)

Question 212

212. Correct any errors (if there are any) in parallel structure: The plaintiff was wasting the court’s time and prejudiced my client.

Answer 212

212. The plaintiff was wasting the court’s time and prejudicing my client. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/parallel\_structure.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/parallel_structure.html)

Question 213

213. Correct any errors (if there are any) in parallel structure: The investment firm must choose to either disclose its clients to the SEC or to immediately return the funds to those clients.

Answer 213

213. The investment firm must choose to either disclose its clients to the SEC or immediately return the funds to those clients. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/parallel\_structure.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/parallel_structure.html)

Question 214

214. Correct any errors (if there are any) in parallel structure: Before crashing his car, the defendant smoked two marijuana cigarettes, drank sixteen ounces of bourbon, and was swallowing three Valium pills.

Answer 214

214. Before crashing his car, the defendant smoked two joints, drank sixteen ounces of bourbon, and swallowed three Valium pills. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/parallel\_structure.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/parallel_structure.html)

Question 215

215. Correct any errors (if there are any) in parallel structure: Detective Cobb is a skilled forensic investigator with over 200 convictions under his belt and who is admired by the junior officers of the police department.

Answer 215

215. Detective Cobb is a skilled forensic investigator who has over 200 convictions under his belt and who is admired by the junior officers of the police department. Correct [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/parallel\_structure.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/parallel_structure.html)

Question 216

216. Correct any errors (if there are any) in parallel structure: The Disciplinary Board investigated Attorney Johnson when it was alleged that she misled the court by failing to reveal unfavorable law, commingled personal and client funds, and there was a conflict of interest because of a sexual relationship with a client’s former spouse.

Answer 216

216. The Disciplinary Board investigated Attorney Johnson when it was alleged that she misled the court by failing to reveal unfavorable law, commingled personal and client funds, an**d had** a conflict of interest because of a sexual relationship with a client’s former spouse. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/parallel\_structure.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/parallel_structure.html)

Question 217

217. Correct any errors (if there are any) in parallel structure: Derek Jeter is not only a great fielding shortstop and he is also a superb hitter.

Answer 217

217. Derek Jeter is **not only** a great fielding shortstop **but also** a superb hitter. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/parallel\_structure.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/parallel_structure.html)

Question 218

218. Correct any errors (if there are any) in parallel structure: To legally register to vote, a person must have resided in the state for thirty days, be a United States citizen, and committed no felony.

Answer 218

218. To legally register to vote, a person must have resided in the state for thirty days, be a United States citizen, and have committed no felony. Correct [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/parallel\_structure.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/parallel_structure.html)

Question 219

219. Correct any errors (if there are any) in parallel structure: The plaintiff’s attorneys were bombastic, uncivil, and lacked competence.

Answer 219

219. The plaintiff’s attorneys were bombastic, uncivil, and i**ncompetent**. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/parallel\_structure.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/parallel_structure.html)

Question 220

220. Correct any errors (if there are any) in parallel structure: My favorite activities are baseball, riding my bike, and playing piano.

Answer 220

220. My favorite activities are baseball, riding my bike, and playing piano. Well, what do you think? [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/parallel\_structure.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/parallel_structure.html)

Question 221

221. Correct any errors (if there are any) in parallel structure: Her chores were to polish the furniture, sweep the floor, and to water the garden.

Answer 221

221. Her chores were to polish the furniture, sweep the floor, and **water** the garden. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/parallel\_structure.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/parallel_structure.html)

Question 222

222. Correct any errors (if there are any) in parallel structure: We want a candidate who has a sense of commitment, a good record in public office, and who has experience in foreign affairs.

Answer 222

222. We want a candidate who has a sense of commitment, a good record in public office, and experience in foreign affairs. delete: who has [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/parallel\_structure.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/parallel_structure.html)

Question 223

223. Correct any errors (if there are any) in parallel structure: The condominium board's goals include building up a reserve fund, keeping the community informed, and property assessment.

Answer 223

223. The condominium board's goals include building up a reserve fund, keeping the community informed, and **assessing property**. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/parallel\_structure.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/parallel_structure.html)

Question 224

224. Correct any errors (if there are any) in parallel structure: Later that day, Mike took the fishing rods to the lake, caught several fish, and he fell asleep.

Answer 224

224. Later that day, Mike took the fishing rods to the lake, caught several fish, and he fell asleep. This one implies that the two first in the list go together, and the third is not part of the previous group. Falling asleep was a separate activing that (in this case because he didn't plan on it). If they were just three things he did and you were going to say what those three things were, then you could revise: Mike took the fishing rods to the lake, caught several fish, and fell asleep. Both would be correct - but they mean slightly different things ;-) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/parallel\_structure.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/parallel_structure.html)

Question 225

225. Revise any modifier errors: After walking for hours, the car looked wonderful.

Answer 225

225. After walking for hours, the car looked wonderful. or- After we walked for hours, the car looked wonderful. or - After walking for hours, we thought the car looked wonderful. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfN\_gcjGoJo](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfN_gcjGoJo) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/dangling\_modifiers\_and\_how\_to\_correct\_them.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/dangling_modifiers_and_how_to_correct_them.html)

Question 226

226. Revise any modifier errors: While watching a classic film, commercials are irritating.

Answer 226

226. While watching a classic film, commercials are irritating. - or - While I am watching a classic film, commercials are irritating. - Or - While watching a classic film, I find commercial irritating. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/dangling\_modifiers\_and\_how\_to\_correct\_them.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/dangling_modifiers_and_how_to_correct_them.html) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfN\_gcjGoJo](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfN_gcjGoJo)

Question 227

227. Revise any modifier errors: To please the children, some fireworks were set off early.

Answer 227

227. To please the children, some fireworks were set off early. - or - To please the children, they set off some fireworks early. - or - The children were pleased when some fireworks were set off early. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfN\_gcjGoJo](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfN_gcjGoJo) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/dangling\_modifiers\_and\_how\_to\_correct\_them.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/dangling_modifiers_and_how_to_correct_them.html)

Question 228

228. Revise any modifier errors: At the age of twelve, my mother entered me in a contest.

Answer 228

228. At the age of twelve, my mother entered me in a contest. - or - When I was twelve, my mother entered me in a contest. - or - At the age of twelve, I was entered in a contest by my mother. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/dangling\_modifiers\_and\_how\_to\_correct\_them.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/dangling_modifiers_and_how_to_correct_them.html) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfN\_gcjGoJo](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfN_gcjGoJo)

Question 229

229. Revise any modifier errors: By taking good care of myself, the flu never kept me from work this winter.

Answer 229

229. By taking good care of myself, the flu never kept me from work this winter. - or - Because I took good care of myself, the flu never kept me from work this winter. - or - By taking good care of myself, I never had to take off work for the flu this winter. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfN\_gcjGoJo](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfN_gcjGoJo) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/dangling\_modifiers\_and\_how\_to\_correct\_them.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/dangling_modifiers_and_how_to_correct_them.html)

Question 230

230. Revise any modifier errors: Budgeting his money carefully, his debts were finally paid.

Answer 230

230. Budgeting his money carefully, his debts were finally paid. (his debts didn't budget his money! He did, so the sentence is incorrect.) - or - Budgeting his money carefully, he finally paid his debts. - or - Because he budgeted his money carefully, his debts were finally paid. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/dangling\_modifiers\_and\_how\_to\_correct\_them.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/dangling_modifiers_and_how_to_correct_them.html) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfN\_gcjGoJo](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfN_gcjGoJo)

Question 231

231. Revise any modifier errors: To lose weight, fatty foods should be avoided.

Answer 231

231. To lose weight, fatty foods should be avoided. (incorrect: fatty foods don't do anything to lose weight.) Correct: -- To lose weight, you should avoid fatty foods. - or - If you want to lose weight, fatty foods should be avoided. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfN\_gcjGoJo](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfN_gcjGoJo) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/dangling\_modifiers\_and\_how\_to\_correct\_them.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/dangling_modifiers_and_how_to_correct_them.html)

Question 232

232. Revise any modifier errors: By digging test wells, new oil sources were located.

Answer 232

232. By digging test wells, new oil sources were located. (incorrect: new oil sources don't dig anything!) Correct: - By digging test wells, they located new oil sources. - or - When they dug new test wells, new oil sources were located. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/dangling\_modifiers\_and\_how\_to\_correct\_them.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/dangling_modifiers_and_how_to_correct_them.html) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfN\_gcjGoJo](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfN_gcjGoJo)

Question 233

233. Revise any modifier errors: Dropped in the bushes, the child found the missing keys.

Answer 233

233. Dropped in the bushes, the child found the missing keys. - or - Dropped in the bushes, the missing keys were found by the child. - or- The child found the missing keys that were dropped in the bushes. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfN\_gcjGoJo](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfN_gcjGoJo) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/dangling\_modifiers\_and\_how\_to\_correct\_them.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/dangling_modifiers_and_how_to_correct_them.html)

Question 234

234. revise any modifier errors: Carrying a heavy pile of books, her foot caught on the step.

Answer 234

234. Carrying a heavy pile of books, her foot caught on the step. - or- Carrying a heavy pile of books, she caught her foot on the step. - or -When she was carrying a heavy pile of books, her foot caught on the step. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/mechanics/dangling\_modifiers\_and\_how\_to\_correct\_them.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/mechanics/dangling_modifiers_and_how_to_correct_them.html)

Question 235

235. Revise the sentence to state its meaning in fewer words. Avoid passive voice, needless repetition, and wordy phrases and clauses. This sentence has been done as an example: Many local farmers plan to attend next Friday's meeting.

Answer 235

235. Many local farmers plan to attend next Friday's meeting. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/index.html)

Question 236

236. Revise the sentence to state its meaning in fewer words. Avoid passive voice, needless repetition, and wordy phrases and clauses: Although Bradley Hall is regularly populated by students, close study of the building as a structure is seldom undertaken by them.

Answer 236

236. Bradley Hall is usually filled with students who do not study the building as a structure. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/index.html) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/eliminating\_words.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/eliminating_words.html) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/changing\_phrases.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/changing_phrases.html) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/avoid\_common\_pitfalls.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/avoid_common_pitfalls.html)

Question 237

237. Revise the sentence to state its meaning in fewer words. Avoid passive voice, needless repetition, and wordy phrases and clauses: He dropped out of school on account of the fact that it was necessary for him to help support his family.

Answer 237

237. He dropped out of school to support his family. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/index.html) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/eliminating\_words.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/eliminating_words.html) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/changing\_phrases.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/changing_phrases.html) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/avoid\_common\_pitfalls.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/avoid_common_pitfalls.html)

Question 238

238. Revise the sentence to state its meaning in fewer words. Avoid passive voice, needless repetition, and wordy phrases and clauses: It is expected that the new schedule will be announced by the bus company within the next few days.

Answer 238

238. The bus company will probably announce its schedule during the next few days. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/index.html) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/eliminating\_words.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/eliminating_words.html) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/changing\_phrases.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/changing_phrases.html) [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/avoid\_common\_pitfalls.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/avoid_common_pitfalls.html)

Question 239

239. Revise the sentence to state its meaning in fewer words. Avoid passive voice, needless repetition, and wordy phrases and clauses: There are many ways in which a student who is interested in meeting foreign students may come to know one.

Answer 239

239. Any student who wants to meet foreign students can do so in many ways. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/index.html)

Question 240

240. Revise the sentence to state its meaning in fewer words. Avoid passive voice, needless repetition, and wordy phrases and clauses: It is very unusual to find someone who has never told a deliberate lie on purpose.

Answer 240

240. Rarely will you find someone who has never told a deliberate lie. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/index.html)

Question 241

241. Revise the sentence to state its meaning in fewer words. Avoid passive voice, needless repetition, and wordy phrases and clauses: Trouble is caused when people disobey rules that have been established for the safety of all.

Answer 241

241. Disobeying safety regulations causes trouble. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/index.html)

Question 242

242. Revise the sentence to state its meaning in fewer words. Avoid passive voice, needless repetition, and wordy phrases and clauses: A campus rally was attended by more than a thousand students. Five students were arrested by campus police for disorderly conduct, while several others are charged by campus administrators with organizing a public meeting without being issued a permit to do so.

Answer 242

242. Five out of more than a thousand students at a campus rally were arrested for disorderly conduct, and several others were charged by campus administrators with organizing a public meeting without a permit. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/index.html)

Question 243

243. Revise the sentence to state its meaning in fewer words. Avoid passive voice, needless repetition, and wordy phrases and clauses: The subjects that are considered most important by students are those that have been shown to be useful to them after graduation.

Answer 243

243. Students think that the most important subjects are those that will be useful after graduation. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/index.html)

Question 244

244. Revise the sentence to state its meaning in fewer words. Avoid passive voice, needless repetition, and wordy phrases and clauses: In the not too distant future, college freshmen must all become aware of the fact that there is a need for them to make contact with an academic adviser concerning the matter of a major.

Answer 244

244. Soon college freshmen must realize that they need to contact their advisors about their choices of majors. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/index.html)

Question 245

245. Revise the sentence to state its meaning in fewer words. Avoid passive voice, needless repetition, and wordy phrases and clauses: In our company there are wide-open opportunities for professional growth with a company that enjoys an enviable record for stability in the dynamic atmosphere of aerospace technology.

Answer 245

245. Our company provides opportunities for professional growth and stability in the dynamic field of aerospace technology. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/index.html)

Question 246

246. Revise the sentence to state its meaning in fewer words. Avoid passive voice, needless repetition, and wordy phrases and clauses: Some people believe in capital punishment, while other people are against it; there are many opinions on this subject.

Answer 246

246. There are people who are for and people who are against capital punishment. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/index.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/index.html)

Question 247

247. Combine the two sentences into one concise sentence: The cliff dropped to reefs seventy-five feet below. The reefs below the steep cliff were barely visible through the fog.

Answer 247

247. The cliffs dropped to the reefs seventy-five feet below, which were barely visible through the fog. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/avoid\_common\_pitfalls.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/avoid_common_pitfalls.html)

Question 248

248. Combine the two sentences into one concise sentence: Their car is gassed up. It is ready for the long drive. The drive will take all night.

Answer 248

248. Their car is gassed up and ready for an all-night drive. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/avoid\_common\_pitfalls.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/avoid_common_pitfalls.html)

Question 249

249. Combine the two sentences into one concise sentence: Sometimes Stan went running with Blanche. She was a good athlete. She was on the track team at school.

Answer 249

249. Sometimes Stan went running with Blanche, a good athlete on the track team at school. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/avoid\_common\_pitfalls.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/avoid_common_pitfalls.html)

Question 250

250. Combine the two sentences into one concise sentence: Taylor brought some candy back from Europe. It wasn't shaped like American candy. The candy tasted kind of strange to him.

Answer 250

250. Taylor brought some strange-tasting candy back from Europe that wasn't shaped like American candy. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/avoid\_common\_pitfalls.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/avoid_common_pitfalls.html)

Question 251

251. Combine the two sentences into one concise sentence: Government leaders like to mention the creation of new jobs. They claim that these new jobs indicate a strong economy. They don't mention that low-wage jobs without benefits and security have replaced many good jobs.

Answer 251

251. Government leaders like to mention the creation of new jobs, claiming that these jobs indicate a strong economy, but ignoring the fact that low wage jobs without benefits and security have replaced many good jobs. [https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general\_writing/academic\_writing/conciseness/avoid\_common\_pitfalls.html](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/conciseness/avoid_common_pitfalls.html)

Question 252

Fin

Answer 252

French - for : the end! you made it!