Learn English Grammar 5

Question 1

Which sentence correctly uses a gerund as the subject?

Accepted Answer

Swimming is good exercise.

Answer

A gerund is the -ing form of a verb used as a noun; here 'Swimming' functions as the subject.

Question 2

Identify the sentence with a misplaced modifier.

Accepted Answer

Almost he finished all his homework.

Answer

Placing 'almost' before 'he' implies he almost exists, rather than almost finishing; the modifier is misplaced.

Question 3

Which option is the correct plural form of 'criterion'?

Accepted Answer

criteria

Answer

'Criteria' is the correct Latin-origin plural of 'criterion'; 'criterias' is a common but incorrect form.

Question 4

Choose the sentence that uses subjunctive mood correctly.

Accepted Answer

She suggested that he go home.

Answer

The subjunctive mood uses the base form of the verb ('go') after verbs of suggestion, demand, or recommendation.

Question 5

Which sentence contains a non-restrictive (non-essential) relative clause?

Accepted Answer

The book, which she borrowed, was overdue.

Answer

A non-restrictive clause adds extra information and is set off by commas; 'which' (not 'that') typically introduces it.

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