Written Expression & Spelling Accuracy Flashcards
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Which sentence uses a comma correctly in a compound sentence?
Answer: I went to the store, and I bought milk.
A comma is placed before the coordinating conjunction (and) joining two independent clauses.
Which word is spelled correctly?
Answer: Achieve
The rule 'i before e except after c' applies: 'achieve' is spelled correctly.
A student writes: 'The team played good.' What revision improves this sentence?
Answer: The team played well.
'Well' is the adverb form used to modify the verb 'played,' not the adjective 'good.'
Which correctly uses an apostrophe to show possession?
Answer: The dogs' bone was buried.
'Dogs'' with the apostrophe after the 's' shows that multiple dogs possess the bone.
What is the correct spelling of the word meaning 'relating to the government'?
Answer: Governmental
'Governmental' is the correct spelling, derived from the root word 'government.'
Which sentence demonstrates correct subject-verb agreement?
Answer: Neither of the answers is correct.
'Neither' is singular and requires the singular verb 'is.'
A student wants to write a persuasive essay. Which organizational structure is most effective?
Answer: State opinion, provide evidence, address counterarguments, restate thesis.
Effective persuasive writing presents a claim, supports it with evidence, addresses opposing views, and concludes with a restatement.