TSA Writing 3

Question 1

Which sentence correctly uses a comma in a compound sentence?

Accepted Answer

The line was long, but it moved fast.

Answer

A comma precedes the coordinating conjunction joining two independent clauses.

Question 2

Choose the sentence with correct pronoun usage.

Accepted Answer

Between you and me, the test was easy.

Answer

After a preposition, use the objective pronoun "me."

Question 3

Which sentence avoids a double negative?

Accepted Answer

We don't have any scanners left.

Answer

"Don't have any" correctly uses a single negative.

Question 4

Identify the correctly capitalized sentence.

Accepted Answer

The officer works at the airport in Denver.

Answer

Only the first word and the proper noun "Denver" are capitalized.

Question 5

Which sentence uses the modifier correctly?

Accepted Answer

Walking to the gate, she felt the bag was heavy.

Answer

The modifier "walking to the gate" correctly describes "she."

(TSA) Transportation Security Administration Certified Practice Test