TNReady Editing Task

Identify the grammatical error in the following sentence: 'Neither the teacher nor the students was ready for the surprise test.'

• The use of 'was' is incorrect.

• The use of 'neither' is incorrect.

• The use of 'the' is incorrect.

• The use of 'surprise' is incorrect.

Choose the correct form of the verb to complete the sentence: 'Each of the players _______ a unique skill set.'

• have

• has

• having

• had

What is the synonym of the word 'elated'?

• Sad

• Joyful

• Angry

• Confused

Which sentence is correctly punctuated?

• I need to buy eggs milk and bread.

• I need to buy eggs, milk, and bread.

• I need to buy, eggs, milk and bread.

• I need to buy eggs milk, and bread.

Read the passage and answer the question: 'The sun set behind the mountains, painting the sky in hues of orange and pink.' What literary device is used in this sentence?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Hyperbole

Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: 'She is known for her _______ in the field of science.'

• expertise

• expert

• experts

• expertly

Identify the main idea of the following passage: 'The industrial revolution marked a major turning point in history; almost every aspect of daily life was influenced in some way.'

• The industrial revolution had a significant impact on daily life.

• Daily life was easy during the industrial revolution.

• The industrial revolution was a minor event in history.

• Daily life remained unchanged during the industrial revolution.

Which of the following sentences is an example of a complex sentence?

• I went to the store, and I bought some milk.

• I went to the store because I needed milk.

• I went to the store.

• I bought some milk.

What is the antonym of the word 'benevolent'?

• Kind

• Cruel

• Generous

• Friendly

Choose the sentence that uses the passive voice.

• The cake was eaten by the children.

• The children ate the cake.

• The children are eating the cake.

• The children will eat the cake.