PELLET B Writing Error Identification 2

Question 1

Identify the error: 'The officers whom responded to the call was unable to locate the suspect at the residence.'

Accepted Answer

Both A and B are errors

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'whom' should be 'who'

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'was' should be 'were'

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'at the residence' is incorrect

Question 2

Which sentence contains a comma splice?

Accepted Answer

The witness was cooperative, she provided a detailed statement.

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The suspect was arrested, and the vehicle was impounded.

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After securing the scene, the detective began collecting evidence.

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The report was filed on time, though details needed clarification.

Question 3

Find the error: 'Each of the officers have completed their annual firearms qualification and was cleared for duty.'

Accepted Answer

'have' should be 'has'

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'their' should be 'his or her'

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'was' should be 'were'

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Both A and C are errors

Question 4

Identify the error: 'The detective laid the evidence on the table and begun reviewing the case file.'

Accepted Answer

'begun' should be 'began'

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'laid' should be 'lay'

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'the' before evidence should be removed

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There is no error

Question 5

Which sentence has a misplaced modifier?

Accepted Answer

The detective found a clue examining the crime scene.

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The officer quickly responded to the emergency.

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Carefully, the technician dusted for fingerprints.

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The sergeant reviewed the report thoroughly.

Question 6

Find the error: 'Between you and I, the investigation is not progressing as quickly as the chief would like.'

Accepted Answer

'Between you and I' should be 'Between you and me'

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'is not' should be 'are not'

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'as quickly as' should be 'as quick as'

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There is no error