VEPT Grammar and Sentence Structure 3

Question 1

Which sentence correctly uses the subjunctive mood?

Accepted Answer

The doctor recommended that she rest for a full week.

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The teacher insisted that the student was present.

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It is essential that he is on time for his interview.

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The manager demanded that the report was submitted.

Question 2

Which sentence demonstrates correct parallel structure?

Accepted Answer

He enjoys reading, writing, and doing research every day.

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She likes hiking, to swim, and cycling on weekends.

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The report was clear, concise, and had a lot of relevance.

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They plan to travel, working abroad, and learn new languages.

Question 3

Which sentence avoids a dangling modifier?

Accepted Answer

Having finished the report, the manager approved the next steps.

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Walking down the street, the buildings looked impressive.

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To improve your score, daily practice is what is needed.

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Exhausted from the long trip, her bags were left by the door.

Question 4

Which of the following is a complete sentence?

Accepted Answer

The research team published their findings in a major journal.

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Running through the park every morning before work.

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Although she had studied diligently for several weeks.

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The annual conference that was originally scheduled for Monday.

Question 5

Which subordinating conjunction best completes this sentence: '___ she had all the required qualifications, she did not get the position.'?

Accepted Answer

Although

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Because

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Unless

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As long as

Question 6

Which sentence demonstrates correct pronoun-antecedent agreement?

Accepted Answer

The company announced that it would be relocating its headquarters.

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The committee have announced their final decision to the public.

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Neither of the supervisors submitted their monthly report on time.

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Everyone on the team should bring their laptop to the meeting.

Question 7

Which sentence correctly uses a complex grammatical structure?

Accepted Answer

The reason why she resigned is that she felt underappreciated.

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Even though he worked very hard, but he still failed the test.

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Despite of the heavy rain, they continued playing the match.

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He studied a lot, therefore, however he managed to pass.