PARCC Word Usage 3

Question 1

Which sentence correctly uses "who" rather than "whom"?

Accepted Answer

Who is responsible for the project?

Answer

"Who" is the subject of the verb "is," so it is used correctly here.

Question 2

Choose the correct word: "The two countries reached a peace _____."

Accepted Answer

accord

Answer

"Accord" is a noun meaning an agreement, fitting a peace agreement.

Question 3

Which sentence uses "lie" correctly?

Accepted Answer

The cat likes to lie in the sun.

Answer

"Lie" means to recline and takes no object, which fits the cat reclining.

Question 4

Choose the correct word: "The bright lights _____ his ability to see."

Accepted Answer

affected

Answer

"Affected" is the verb meaning influenced, which fits the impact on his sight.

Question 5

Which sentence uses "principal" correctly?

Accepted Answer

The principal reason for failure was poor planning.

Answer

"Principal" as an adjective means main or primary, fitting the main reason.

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