English Composition Flashcards

Which sentence demonstrates correct verb tense consistency?

Answer: She wrote the report and submitted it on time.

Both verbs stay in the past tense, keeping the tense consistent.

Identify the misplaced modifier.

Answer: She almost drove her kids to school every day.

'Almost drove' implies she nearly did it but didn't; the modifier should sit near 'every day.'

Which is the most effective thesis statement?

Answer: School uniforms reduce distractions and promote equality.

A strong thesis states a clear, arguable claim.

Choose the sentence with correct use of 'fewer' and 'less.'

Answer: There are fewer cars and less traffic today.

'Fewer' is for countable nouns; 'less' is for uncountable nouns.

Which sentence correctly uses 'between' and 'among'?

Answer: The prize was divided among the four winners.

'Among' is used for three or more; 'between' for two.

What is the purpose of a concluding paragraph?

Answer: To summarize main points and restate the thesis.

A conclusion ties together the essay's main ideas and reinforces the thesis.

Which sentence is correctly capitalized?

Answer: We visited the Grand Canyon in July.

Proper nouns and months are capitalized.