TerraNova Language Mechanics 2

Question 1

Which sentence uses a semicolon correctly?

Accepted Answer

I like pizza; however, I don't like mushrooms on it.

Answer

A semicolon correctly joins two independent clauses (complete sentences) when followed by a conjunctive adverb like 'however,' which is then followed by a comma.

Question 2

Which revision correctly fixes the run-on sentence? 'The rain started falling we ran inside quickly.'

Accepted Answer

The rain started falling, so we ran inside quickly.

Answer

Adding a comma followed by the coordinating conjunction 'so' correctly joins two independent clauses, fixing the run-on sentence.

Question 3

In the sentence 'The children played happily in the park,' which word is an adverb?

Accepted Answer

happily

Answer

'Happily' is an adverb because it describes how the children played (modifies the verb 'played'). Most adverbs that describe manner end in '-ly.'

Question 4

Which sentence correctly uses a colon?

Accepted Answer

Please bring the following items: pencils, paper, and erasers.

Answer

A colon is used after a complete sentence to introduce a list. 'Please bring the following items' is a complete thought that leads into the list.

Question 5

Choose the correct form of the verb to complete this sentence: 'Neither the teacher nor the students _____ ready for the fire drill.'

Accepted Answer

were

Answer

With 'neither...nor,' the verb agrees with the subject closest to it. Since 'students' (plural) is closest to the verb, the plural form 'were' is correct.

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TerraNova Language Mechanics 2