NJ Verbal Ability & Grammar 3

Question 1

Which word correctly completes the sentence: 'The manager asked that all employees _____ their timesheets by noon.'

Accepted Answer

submit

Answer

After 'asked that,' the subjunctive mood requires the base form of the verb: 'submit,' not 'submits.'

Question 2

Choose the correctly spelled word:

Accepted Answer

privilege

Answer

The correct spelling is 'privilege' — no 'd,' and the ending is '-lege.'

Question 3

What does 'pursuant to' mean in a government document?

Accepted Answer

In accordance with or in conformance with

Answer

'Pursuant to' is formal language meaning in accordance with, or as directed by, a rule, law, or authority.

Question 4

Which sentence contains a dangling modifier?

Accepted Answer

Walking to the office, the sign was noticed.

Answer

In 'Walking to the office, the sign was noticed,' the modifier 'Walking to the office' has nothing to logically modify—the sign is not walking.

Question 5

Which word means 'relating to or based on facts or evidence'?

Accepted Answer

Empirical

Answer

'Empirical' means based on observation, experience, or verifiable evidence rather than theory or speculation.

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