SS Review #17

Which statement is NOT true based on the dictionary entry below?

illegible (adjective) Not clear enough to be read.

• Marcus had to redo his assignment because his handwriting was illegible.

• The illegible handwriting was difficult to read.

• His illegible handwriting was very easy to read.

• He missed 10 words on his spelling test because his handwriting was illegible.

Is the underlined word in the sentence below an adverb, adjective, or preposition?

I hang my coat behind the door.

• adverb

• adjective

• preposition

Is the underlined word in the sentence below an adverb, adjective, or preposition?

He planted a lot of trees around his house.

• adverb

• adjective

• preposition

Is the underlined word in the sentence below an adverb, adjective, or preposition?

Margot wore a beautiful hat to the pie-eating contest.

• adverb

• adjective

• preposition

Is the underlined word in the sentence below an adverb, adjective, or preposition?

I thought the movie ended abruptly.

• adverb

• adjective

• preposition

Is the underlined word in the sentence below an adverb, adjective, or preposition?

The beautifully painted landscape is a wonderful addition to my living room decor.

• adverb

• adjective

• preposition

Is the underlined word in the sentence below an adverb, adjective, or preposition?

The scariest villain of all time is Darth Vader.

• adverb

• adjective

• preposition

Is the underlined word in the sentence below an adverb, adjective, or preposition?

Alan presided over the meeting.

• adverb

• adjective

• preposition

Is the underlined word in the sentence below an adverb, adjective, or preposition?

Jack looked everywhere for his missing keys.

• adverb

• adjective

• preposition

Is the underlined word in the sentence below an adverb, adjective, or preposition?

We stayed in to watch a movie instead of attending the party.

• adverb

• adjective

• preposition