CLBPT Grammar and Language Mechanics 2

Question 1

Which sentence correctly uses the passive voice?

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The new policy has been implemented by the board.

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The report was wrote by the committee.

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The package will being delivered tomorrow.

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The form should filled out completely.

Question 2

Choose the sentence with the correct relative clause:

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The office where I work is downtown.

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The woman which helped me was very kind.

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The document who was filed yesterday is missing.

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The reason because I left was personal.

Question 3

Which sentence demonstrates correct use of a gerund as a subject?

Accepted Answer

Swimming in the lake is refreshing in summer.

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To swim in the lake is refreshing in summer.

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Swim in the lake is refreshing in summer.

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For swimming in the lake is refreshing in summer.

Question 4

Select the correctly punctuated sentence:

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However, she decided to apply for the position.

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However she decided to apply for the position.

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However; she decided to apply for the position.

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However: she decided to apply for the position.

Question 5

Which sentence uses reported (indirect) speech correctly? Original: 'I will call you tomorrow,' he said.

Accepted Answer

He said he would call me the next day.

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He said he will call me tomorrow.

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He said he calls me the next day.

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He said that he has called me the next day.

Question 6

Identify the sentence with correct parallel structure:

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They plan to cook dinner, watch a movie, and play board games.

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She likes hiking, to swim, and cycling.

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He enjoys reading, writing, and to travel.

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We need to finish the report, review the data, and presenting our findings.

Question 7

Choose the sentence that correctly uses a conjunction to show contrast:

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The weather was cold; nevertheless, they went for a walk.

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He studied hard, so he failed the exam.

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She is quiet; furthermore, her brother is very outgoing.

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They were tired, therefore they stayed out late.