ParaPro Writing 5

Question 1

Which of the following sentences contains a misplaced modifier?

Accepted Answer

She handed the report to her manager that was incomplete.

Answer

The clause 'that was incomplete' is misplaced; it appears to modify 'manager' rather than 'report'.

Question 2

Which sentence demonstrates correct parallel structure?

Accepted Answer

The job requires patience, dedication, and creativity.

Answer

Option C lists three nouns in parallel form: 'patience, dedication, and creativity.'

Question 3

What punctuation mark should replace the blank in: 'Please bring the following items to class__ pencils, paper, and a ruler.'?

Accepted Answer

A colon

Answer

A colon introduces a list that follows a complete independent clause.

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of an objective (not subjective) writing style?

Accepted Answer

The report showed a 12% increase in test scores over two years.

Answer

Objective writing presents verifiable facts without personal opinion or emotional language.

Question 5

Which sentence correctly places the apostrophe to show joint possession?

Accepted Answer

Tom and Jerry's apartment was messy.

Answer

For joint possession (they share one apartment), only the last noun takes the apostrophe-s.

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