ICAS Grammar and Punctuation 2

Question 1

Which sentence uses an apostrophe correctly?

Accepted Answer

The dog's tail is wagging happily.

Answer

'Dog's' correctly uses an apostrophe to show possession — the tail belongs to the dog.

Question 2

What is the correct plural form of the word 'child'?

Accepted Answer

children

Answer

'Children' is the irregular plural form of 'child,' not formed by simply adding -s.

Question 3

Which word is the verb in the sentence: 'The bird sings beautifully in the morning'?

Accepted Answer

sings

Answer

'Sings' is the verb because it describes the action being performed by the subject, 'bird.'

Question 4

Which sentence is written in the active voice?

Accepted Answer

Maria wrote the letter to her friend.

Answer

In 'Maria wrote the letter,' the subject (Maria) performs the action directly, making it active voice.

Question 5

What type of sentence is: 'Please close the door.'?

Accepted Answer

Imperative

Answer

An imperative sentence gives a command or instruction, as 'Please close the door' does.

(ICAS) ICAS Practice Test Practice Test