Grammar and Sentence Completion Flashcards
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Which word correctly completes the sentence? 'The findings ______ that further action is needed.'
Answer: indicate
'The findings' is a plural subject, so it takes the plural verb 'indicate' (no 's'). 'Indicates' would be singular.
Choose the correct sentence:
Answer: The data show a significant increase in productivity.
'Data' is the plural of 'datum.' In formal usage, 'data show' (plural verb) is grammatically correct.
Select the correct word: 'She was ______ by her colleagues for her contribution.'
Answer: commended
'Commended' means to be formally praised. 'Commanded' means ordered. 'Commented' means remarked on. 'Commended' fits the context of recognition.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Answer: Having reviewed the evidence, the panel reached a verdict.
The participial phrase 'Having reviewed the evidence' must be followed by the subject who did the reviewing. Only option A correctly matches the panel to the action.
Choose the correct option: 'The report was well-written, ______ it contained some errors.'
Answer: although
'Although' introduces a contrast — the report was well-written despite containing errors. The other words indicate consequence or addition, not contrast.
Which word correctly fills the blank? 'The manager asked that all queries ______ directed to HR.'
Answer: be
After 'asked that', the subjunctive base form 'be' is required. This is a formal instruction using the subjunctive mood.