NJ Verbal Ability & Grammar 2

Question 1

Which sentence correctly uses 'affect' and 'effect'?

Accepted Answer

The new policy will affect all employees.

Answer

'Affect' is the verb meaning to influence; 'effect' is typically the noun meaning the result.

Question 2

Choose the correctly punctuated sentence:

Accepted Answer

The following employees attended: Johnson, Smith, and Williams.

Answer

A colon introduces the list, and commas separate the items; the Oxford comma before 'and' is standard in formal writing.

Question 3

Which word means 'to carry out or put into effect'?

Accepted Answer

Implement

Answer

'Implement' means to put a plan, policy, or decision into action or effect.

Question 4

Identify the correct sentence:

Accepted Answer

Between you and me, the deadline is tomorrow.

Answer

After a preposition like 'between,' object pronouns are used: 'me,' not 'I' or 'myself.'

Question 5

Which word is the antonym of 'authorize'?

Accepted Answer

Prohibit

Answer

'Prohibit' means to forbid or not allow, making it the opposite of 'authorize,' which means to permit or sanction.

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