FSOT English Grammar and Usage 5

Question 1

Which sentence correctly uses a colon?

Accepted Answer

She excelled in one area: diplomacy.

Answer

A colon should follow a complete independent clause and introduce a list, explanation, or quotation.

Question 2

Which sentence avoids the use of vague pronoun reference?

Accepted Answer

The director told the analyst to revise the report.

Answer

Clear pronoun reference names the specific actor and object, eliminating ambiguity about who does what.

Question 3

In formal writing, which correctly expresses a future condition?

Accepted Answer

When the treaty is signed, we will proceed.

Answer

In conditional clauses beginning with 'when,' the present tense is used to express future meaning, not 'will.'

Question 4

Which sentence uses a transitional phrase to show contrast?

Accepted Answer

Nevertheless, the team completed the project on time.

Answer

'Nevertheless' signals contrast or concession, while 'furthermore' and 'in addition' signal addition, and 'as a result' signals consequence.

Question 5

Which word is spelled correctly?

Accepted Answer

accommodate

Answer

'Accommodate' is spelled with double 'c' and double 'm,' a common source of error.

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