Bluebook SAT Test SAT Grammar and Punctuation Practice 7

Question 1

The treasurer reported that revenue ______ significantly since the new pricing model was introduced.

Accepted Answer

has increased

Answer

Present perfect 'has increased' correctly describes a past action with ongoing relevance up to the present.

Question 2

The committee's recommendations were well-received; ______, several members disagreed with the final proposal.

Accepted Answer

however

Answer

'However' signals contrast between the two clauses: the recommendations were received well but disagreement still occurred.

Question 3

The candidate who ______ the most volunteers typically wins local elections.

Accepted Answer

recruits

Answer

The subject of the relative clause is 'who,' which refers to 'candidate' (singular); present tense 'recruits' is correct for a general statement.

Question 4

The architect's innovative design, ______ made extensive use of natural light, earned international acclaim.

Accepted Answer

which

Answer

'Which' introduces the nonrestrictive relative clause (marked by commas) modifying 'design' (a thing).

Question 5

After ______ the presentation, the CEO answered questions for over an hour.

Accepted Answer

delivering

Answer

After the preposition 'After,' the gerund form 'delivering' is required.

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