CELSA Knowledge 2

Question 1

Which sentence uses the subjunctive mood correctly?

Accepted Answer

It is important that she be on time.

Answer

The subjunctive mood requires the base form of the verb ('be') after expressions like 'it is important that.'

Question 2

Which word correctly completes the sentence: 'The committee has made its _____ on the proposal.'

Accepted Answer

decision

Answer

'Decision' is the correct noun form needed as the object of the verb 'made.'

Question 3

In the sentence 'Running through the park, the flowers looked beautiful,' what is the grammatical error?

Accepted Answer

Dangling modifier

Answer

The participial phrase 'Running through the park' dangles because it illogically modifies 'the flowers' rather than a person.

Question 4

Which sentence demonstrates correct use of a semicolon?

Accepted Answer

The test was difficult; however, she passed.

Answer

A semicolon correctly joins two independent clauses, especially when using a conjunctive adverb like 'however.'

Question 5

What does the prefix 'mal-' mean in words like 'malfunction' and 'malnutrition'?

Accepted Answer

Bad or poorly

Answer

The Latin prefix 'mal-' means bad or poorly, indicating something is working badly or is deficient.

(CELSA) Combined English Language Skills Assessment Practice Test