PELLET B Sentence Clarity 2

Question 1

Which sentence is most clearly written?

Accepted Answer

The officer arrested the suspect who had been identified by three witnesses at the convenience store.

Answer

Option A presents a clear subject-verb-object structure with a properly placed relative clause.

Question 2

Select the sentence that contains NO errors in clarity or grammar.

Accepted Answer

After interviewing the complainant, the detective determined that the noise violation occurred at approximately 11 PM.

Answer

Option A correctly places the introductory phrase and clearly identifies the detective as the actor.

Question 3

Which revision best improves: 'The dog was observed by the officer running through the parking lot.'

Accepted Answer

The officer observed the dog running through the parking lot.

Answer

Option A eliminates ambiguity about who was running by using active voice and placing 'running' directly after 'dog.'

Question 4

Which sentence uses parallel structure correctly?

Accepted Answer

The officer's duties include patrolling the neighborhood, responding to calls, and writing reports.

Answer

Option A maintains parallel structure with three gerund phrases: patrolling, responding, and writing.

Question 5

Which sentence avoids wordiness while maintaining clarity?

Accepted Answer

The suspect fled on foot heading northbound.

Answer

Option A conveys all essential information concisely.

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