OC Language Conventions and Grammar

Question 1

Which sentence uses correct subject-verb agreement?

Accepted Answer

The dogs run fast.

Answer

"The dogs run fast" is correct because the plural subject "dogs" requires the plural verb "run."

Question 2

Which word is a common noun?

Accepted Answer

teacher

Answer

"Teacher" is a common noun because it refers to a general type of person, not a specific one.

Question 3

What punctuation mark shows possession for a singular noun?

Accepted Answer

Apostrophe followed by s ('s)

Answer

An apostrophe followed by s ('s) shows that something belongs to a singular noun.

Question 4

Identify the adjective in: "The tall tree swayed in the gentle breeze."

Accepted Answer

tall

Answer

"Tall" is the adjective that describes the noun "tree."

Question 5

Which sentence is in the past tense?

Accepted Answer

She walked to school.

Answer

"Walked" is the past tense form of "walk."

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