Multiple Choice (2 points each)

Which sentence demonstrates the correct use of a semicolon?

• I went to the store, and I bought milk, eggs, and bread.

• I went to the store; I bought milk, eggs, and bread.

• I went to the store, but I bought milk, eggs, and bread.

Fix this sentence: I love to cook I made a steak.

• I love to cook; I made a steak.

• I love to cook: I made a steak.

• I love to cook, I will be making a steak.

• I made a steak.

What does Bona fide mean?

• fake

• real

• oposite

• honorary

Which of the following is a complex sentence?

• The dog barked.

• The dog barked, and the cat meowed.

• Because the dog barked, the cat meowed.

• The dog barked loudly.

Identify the subject of the following sentence: "Running quickly, the athlete crossed the finish line."

• Running

• Quickly

• Athlete

• Finish line

Which word is an example of a coordinating conjunction?

• Because

• Although

• But

• When

Which sentence uses parallel structure correctly?

• She enjoys reading, writing, and to paint.

• She enjoys reading, writing, and painting.

• She enjoys reading, to write, and painting.

• She enjoys to read, writing, and painting.

What is the primary purpose of a topic sentence?

• To summarize the entire essay.

• To introduce the main idea of a paragraph.

• To provide supporting details.

• To conclude the essay.

Which of the following is an example of an inference?

• The sky is blue.

• It is raining outside, so the ground is wet.

• The book is 200 pages long.

• The character's name is Sarah.

What does the word intrepid mean?

• scared

• happy

• Fearless

• sad