NYSTCE ATAS Writing and Grammar Conventions 2

Question 1

Which sentence uses a semicolon correctly?

Accepted Answer

She studied hard; she passed the test.

Answer

The student finished early; and left the room.

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He likes reading; but prefers math.

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The class was quiet; because the teacher was strict.

Question 2

Which word is spelled correctly?

Accepted Answer

accommodate

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accomodate

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acommodate

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acomodate

Question 3

Which sentence demonstrates correct subject-verb agreement?

Accepted Answer

The data shows a clear trend.

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The group of students are ready.

Answer

Neither the teacher nor the aides was prepared.

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Each of the boys have a pencil.

Question 4

Which sentence contains a dangling modifier?

Accepted Answer

Having finished the test, the papers were collected.

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Running to class, Maria dropped her books.

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Excited about the field trip, the students packed their bags.

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Working quietly, the children completed the assignment.

Question 5

A teaching assistant writes: 'The students brung their permission slips.' What is the error?

Accepted Answer

Non-standard past tense of 'bring'

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Incorrect pronoun reference

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Incorrect verb tense

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Subject-verb disagreement

Question 6

Which sentence correctly uses an apostrophe?

Accepted Answer

The children's coats are on the rack.

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The childrens' coats are on the rack.

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The childrens coats are on the rack.

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The childrens's coats are on the rack.

Question 7

Which option correctly completes the sentence? 'The principal asked that each student _____ their ID.'

Accepted Answer

show

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shows

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showed

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showing