OTEE English Language Proficiency 3

Question 1

In the analogy SWORD : SCABBARD :: GUN : _____, which word best completes it?

Accepted Answer

Holster

Answer

A scabbard is a protective case for a sword, just as a holster is a protective case for a gun.

Question 2

Identify the grammatical error in: 'The new recruits, along with their sergeant, was exhausted after the drill.'

Accepted Answer

'was' should be 'were'

Answer

The main subject is 'The new recruits' (plural), so the verb must be 'were,' not 'was.'

Question 3

What does 'BREVITY' mean?

Accepted Answer

Conciseness of expression

Answer

Brevity refers to concise and exact use of words in writing or speech.

Question 4

Choose the sentence that uses a dangling modifier:

Accepted Answer

Having reviewed the map, the route was chosen by the officer.

Answer

The phrase 'Having reviewed the map' dangles because it implies the route reviewed the map, not the officer.

Question 5

Select the best definition of 'INSUBORDINATION':

Accepted Answer

Refusal to obey orders from a superior

Answer

Insubordination is defiance of authority or refusal to obey orders from a superior officer.

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