NTN Writing and Grammar

Question 1

Which sentence is written most clearly for a police report?

Accepted Answer

The officer observed the suspect enter the vehicle at 9:15 PM.

Answer

Police reports should use clear, active voice with specific details like time.

Question 2

Which word correctly completes this sentence: 'The officer _____ the report before submitting it.'

Accepted Answer

reviewed

Answer

'Reviewed' is the correct past tense verb matching the sentence's past tense context.

Question 3

Which of the following is a complete sentence?

Accepted Answer

The suspect fled on foot toward the alley.

Answer

A complete sentence has a subject and predicate; only the first option has both.

Question 4

Identify the correct use of a comma: Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

Accepted Answer

After the pursuit ended, the officer secured the suspect.

Answer

A comma is correctly placed after an introductory clause ('After the pursuit ended').

Question 5

Which word choice makes this sentence most precise for a police report: 'The complainant stated the suspect was _____ when approached.'

Accepted Answer

aggressive

Answer

'Aggressive' is specific, professional, and legally meaningful in a police report context.

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