West B Test Writing: Grammar and Sentence Structure 4

Question 1

Which sentence correctly uses active voice?

Accepted Answer

The supervisor reviewed the report thoroughly.

Answer

Active voice places the subject ('the supervisor') before the verb ('reviewed'), making the sentence direct and clear.

Question 2

Which sentence contains a fused (run-on) sentence error?

Accepted Answer

He finished the project it was submitted on time.

Answer

Two independent clauses are joined without any punctuation or conjunction, creating a fused sentence.

Question 3

Which sentence demonstrates correct use of a compound-complex structure?

Accepted Answer

Although she was nervous, she performed well, and the crowd applauded.

Answer

A compound-complex sentence has at least two independent clauses and one dependent clause, as shown here.

Question 4

Which word correctly completes: 'The data _____ inconclusive according to the researchers.'

Accepted Answer

were

Answer

'Data' is the plural form of 'datum' and takes a plural verb ('were') in formal academic usage.

Question 5

Which sentence correctly uses a conditional structure?

Accepted Answer

If she had studied, she would have passed.

Answer

The past perfect ('had studied') is used in the if-clause, and 'would have passed' in the result clause for past unreal conditions.

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