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Fall 2024 Semester Exam Practice

Total questions: 117

Worksheet time: 2hrs 48mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
If you _____ a phone, it probably _____ to Chris.
a)
finds / belongs
b)
finds / belong
c)
find / belongs
d)
find / belong
2.
She _____ home if she _____ time.
a)
drive / has
b)
will drive / has
c)
will drive / have
d)
will drive / had
3.
Here ______ the chocolate donuts we made this morning.
a)
is
b)
aren't
c)
are
d)
be
4.
When the fire alarm goes off, all of the students ______ out the nearest exit. 
a)
walking
b)
walk
c)
walks
d)
are walking
5.
Your friend _______ too much.
a)
talk
b)
talks
6.
She and her cousin _____ tennis every weekend except in the winter.
a)
play
b)
plays
7.
None of the trucks _____ arrived yet.
a)
has
b)
have
8.
My favorite sport's are soccer and baseball.
a)
Correct
b)
Incorrect
9.
The cat's litter box needs to be cleaned out.
a)
Correct
b)
Incorrect
10.
It's so pretty outside!
a)
Correct
b)
Incorrect
11.
Did you remember to put the dogs toys outside?
a)
Correct
b)
Incorrect
12.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

You may only bring a pencil, paper, and an approved calculator into the testing room.

b)

You may only bring a pencil paper, and an approved calculator into the testing room.

c)

You may only bring a pencil paper and an approved calculator into the testing room.

d)

You may only bring a pencil, paper and an approved calculator into the testing room.

13.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

She finished her work for the day, and then took a long lunch.

b)

She finished her work for the day and then took a long lunch.

c)

She finished her work for the day and, then took a long lunch.

d)

She finished her work for, the day, and then took a long lunch.

14.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

Jamie asked a really good question so the class took notes, based on the answer.

b)

Jamie asked a really good question so, the class took notes based on the answer.

c)

Jamie asked a really good question so the class took notes based on the answer.

d)

Jamie asked a really good question, so the class took notes based on the answer.

15.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

My oldest cousin, who lives in Detroit, is a policeman.

b)

My oldest cousin who lives in Detroit, is a policeman.

c)

My oldest cousin who lives in Detroit is a policeman.

d)

My oldest cousin, who lives in Detroit is a policeman.

16.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

Although, you may be able to do math in your head you still need to show your work.

b)

Although you may be able to do math in your head, you still need to show your work.

c)

Although you may be able to do math in your head you still need to show your work.

d)

Although you may be able to, do math in your head, you still need to show your work.

17.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

Jennifer who is a chemical engineer works for Folgers Coffee.

b)

Jennifer, who is a chemical engineer works for Folgers Coffee.

c)

Jennifer who is a chemical engineer, works for Folgers Coffee.

d)

Jennifer, who is a chemical engineer, works for Folgers Coffee.

18.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

Because I am a procrastinator, I have to use a daily planner for my homework assignments.

b)

Because I am a procrastinator, I have to use a daily planner, for my homework assignments.

c)

Because I am a procrastinator I have to use a daily planner for my homework assignments.

d)

Because I am a procrastinator I have to use a daily planner, for my homework assignments.

19.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

The centerpieces had her favorite flowers; roses, carnations, and daisies.

b)

The centerpieces had her favorite flowers: roses, carnations, and daisies.

c)

The centerpieces had her favorite flowers roses, carnations, and daisies.

d)

The centerpieces had her favorite flowers: roses carnations and daisies.

20.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

I have to leave for work early in the morning therefore I am going to bed soon.

b)

I have to leave for work early in the morning; therefore, I am going to bed soon.

c)

I have to leave for work early in the morning, therefore, I am going to bed soon.

d)

I have to leave for work early in the morning therefore, I am going to bed soon.

21.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

I answered the phone it seemed no one was on the other line.

b)

I answered the phone, it seemed no one was on the other line.

c)

I answered the phone: it seemed no one was on the other line.

d)

I answered the phone; it seemed no one was on the other line.

22.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

Those girls humor and laughter are contagious.

b)

Those girl’s humor and laughter are contagious.

c)

Those girls’s humor and laughter are contagious.

d)

Those girls' humor and laughter are contagious.

23.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

The teacher spent the morning reading a variety of childrens’ stories.

b)

The teacher spent the morning reading a variety of childrens stories.

c)

The teacher spent the morning reading a variety of children's stories.

d)

The teacher spent the morning reading a variety of childrens’s stories.

24.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

The Smith’s live in Pearland, Texas.

b)

The Smiths live in Pearland, Texas.

c)

The Smiths’s live in Pearland, Texas.

d)

The Smiths' live in Pearland, Texas.

25.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

Because of the sale, I feel like I really got my moneys worth.

b)

Because of the sale I feel like I really got my moneys worth.

c)

Because of the sale, I feel like I really got my money's worth.

d)

Because of the sale I feel like I really got my money's worth.

26.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

The milk in the refrigerator is a week past its expiration date.

b)

The milk in the refrigerator is a week past it’s expiration date.

27.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

The weatherman predicted that its going to rain on Wednesday.

b)

The weatherman predicted that it’s going to rain on Wednesday.

28.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

Jenny and Kevin’s mom cooked a delicious dinner tonight.

b)

Jenny's and Kevin’s mom cooked a delicious dinner tonight.

c)

Jenny and Kevins' mom cooked a delicious dinner tonight.

d)

Jennys' and Kevins' mom cooked a delicious dinner tonight.

29.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

Ryder’s and Zoey’s owner is Dustin.

b)

Ryders' and Zoeys' owner is Dustin.

c)

Ryder and Zoey’s owner is Dustin.

d)

Ryder’s and Zoey owner is Dustin.

30.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

I should of completed all of my homework last night

b)

I should have completed all of my homework last night

31.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

The flu has effected most of the population this year.

b)

The flu has affected most of the population this year.

32.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

The captain led the team onto the field.

b)

The captain lead the team onto the field.

33.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

It will take us less than an hour to complete the test.

b)

It will take us fewer than an hour to complete the test.

34.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

I am going to eat my dinner and then do my homework.

b)

I am going to eat my dinner and than do my homework.

35.

Where does the comma belong in the following sentence?

In the novel "Kingdom of Bones" by James Rollins a group of highly trained soldier-scientists are fighting to stop a plague from sweeping through central Africa.

a)

after "Bones"

b)

after "Rollins"

c)

after "scientists"

d)

after "plague"

36.

How would we correctly revise this sentence??

"Really" the woman asked with obvious disgust, do you want to wear that wrinkled shirt to the wedding?"

a)

"Really," the woman asked with obvious disgust, "do you want to wear that wrinkled shirt to the wedding?"

b)

"Really," the woman asked with obvious disgust, do you want to wear that wrinkled shirt to the wedding?"

c)

"Really" the woman asked with obvious disgust "do you want to wear that wrinkled shirt to the wedding?"

d)

No change is needed.

37.

Where does the SEMICOLON (;) belong in the following sentence?

The young woman saw a turtle crossing the road she had her mom stop the car and helped it cross the street.

a)

after "turtle"

b)

after "road"

c)

after "mom"

d)

after "car"

38.

Choose the correct adverb in the following sentence.

Three of her cousins speak Greek ______.

a)

fluent

b)

fluently

39.

Choose the correct adverb in the following sentence.

The brook flows more ______ over the rocks.

a)

rapid

b)

rapidly

40.

Choose the correct adverb in the following sentence.

Each man tried _____ to win the prize.

a)

earnestly

b)

earnest

41.

Choose the correct adverb in the following sentence.

Never before has that business operated so _______.

a)

successful

b)

successfully

42.

Choose the correct adverb in the following sentence.

Mr. Speights handles emergencies quite ______.

a)

professionally

b)

professional

43.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

You may only bring a pencil, paper, and an approved calculator into the testing room.

b)

You may only bring a pencil paper, and an approved calculator into the testing room.

c)

You may only bring a pencil paper and an approved calculator into the testing room.

d)

You may only bring a pencil, paper and an approved calculator into the testing room.

44.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

She finished her work for the day, and then took a long lunch.

b)

She finished her work for the day and then took a long lunch.

c)

She finished her work for the day and, then took a long lunch.

d)

She finished her work for, the day, and then took a long lunch.

45.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

Jamie asked a really good question so the class took notes, based on the answer.

b)

Jamie asked a really good question so, the class took notes based on the answer.

c)

Jamie asked a really good question so the class took notes based on the answer.

d)

Jamie asked a really good question, so the class took notes based on the answer.

46.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

My oldest cousin, who lives in Detroit, is a policeman.

b)

My oldest cousin who lives in Detroit, is a policeman.

c)

My oldest cousin who lives in Detroit is a policeman.

d)

My oldest cousin, who lives in Detroit is a policeman.

47.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

Although, you may be able to do math in your head you still need to show your work.

b)

Although you may be able to do math in your head, you still need to show your work.

c)

Although you may be able to do math in your head you still need to show your work.

d)

Although you may be able to, do math in your head, you still need to show your work.

48.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

Jennifer who is a chemical engineer works for Folgers Coffee.

b)

Jennifer, who is a chemical engineer works for Folgers Coffee.

c)

Jennifer who is a chemical engineer, works for Folgers Coffee.

d)

Jennifer, who is a chemical engineer, works for Folgers Coffee.

49.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

Because I am a procrastinator, I have to use a daily planner for my homework assignments.

b)

Because I am a procrastinator, I have to use a daily planner, for my homework assignments.

c)

Because I am a procrastinator I have to use a daily planner for my homework assignments.

d)

Because I am a procrastinator I have to use a daily planner, for my homework assignments.

50.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

The centerpieces had her favorite flowers; roses, carnations, and daisies.

b)

The centerpieces had her favorite flowers: roses, carnations, and daisies.

c)

The centerpieces had her favorite flowers roses, carnations, and daisies.

d)

The centerpieces had her favorite flowers: roses carnations and daisies.

51.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

I have to leave for work early in the morning therefore I am going to bed soon.

b)

I have to leave for work early in the morning; therefore, I am going to bed soon.

c)

I have to leave for work early in the morning, therefore, I am going to bed soon.

d)

I have to leave for work early in the morning therefore, I am going to bed soon.

52.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

I answered the phone it seemed no one was on the other line.

b)

I answered the phone, it seemed no one was on the other line.

c)

I answered the phone: it seemed no one was on the other line.

d)

I answered the phone; it seemed no one was on the other line.

53.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

Those girls humor and laughter are contagious.

b)

Those girl’s humor and laughter are contagious.

c)

Those girls’s humor and laughter are contagious.

d)

Those girls' humor and laughter are contagious.

54.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

The teacher spent the morning reading a variety of childrens’ stories.

b)

The teacher spent the morning reading a variety of childrens stories.

c)

The teacher spent the morning reading a variety of children's stories.

d)

The teacher spent the morning reading a variety of childrens’s stories.

55.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

The Smith’s live in Pearland, Texas.

b)

The Smiths live in Pearland, Texas.

c)

The Smiths’s live in Pearland, Texas.

d)

The Smiths' live in Pearland, Texas.

56.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

Because of the sale, I feel like I really got my moneys worth.

b)

Because of the sale I feel like I really got my moneys worth.

c)

Because of the sale, I feel like I really got my money's worth.

d)

Because of the sale I feel like I really got my money's worth.

57.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

The milk in the refrigerator is a week past its expiration date.

b)

The milk in the refrigerator is a week past it’s expiration date.

58.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

The weatherman predicted that its going to rain on Wednesday.

b)

The weatherman predicted that it’s going to rain on Wednesday.

59.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

Jenny and Kevin’s mom cooked a delicious dinner tonight.

b)

Jenny's and Kevin’s mom cooked a delicious dinner tonight.

c)

Jenny and Kevins' mom cooked a delicious dinner tonight.

d)

Jennys' and Kevins' mom cooked a delicious dinner tonight.

60.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

Ryder’s and Zoey’s owner is Dustin.

b)

Ryders' and Zoeys' owner is Dustin.

c)

Ryder and Zoey’s owner is Dustin.

d)

Ryder’s and Zoey owner is Dustin.

61.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

I should of completed all of my homework last night

b)

I should have completed all of my homework last night

62.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

The flu has effected most of the population this year.

b)

The flu has affected most of the population this year.

63.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

The captain led the team onto the field.

b)

The captain lead the team onto the field.

64.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

It will take us less than an hour to complete the test.

b)

It will take us fewer than an hour to complete the test.

65.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

Chocolate is a better ice cream flavor then vanilla.

b)

Chocolate is a better ice cream flavor than vanilla.

66.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

I am going to eat my dinner and then do my homework.

b)

I am going to eat my dinner and than do my homework.

67.

Choose the correct sentence:

a)

What is the effect of rising gas prices?

b)

What is the affect of rising gas prices?

68.

I was concentrating on my homework. ________, the soup boiled over.

a)

However

b)

for example

c)

Meanwhile

d)

Furthermore

69.

When you begin an exercise program, you must be careful not to overdo it. My father, _________, hurt his back by exercising too hard without warming up first.

a)

however

b)

Therefore

c)

for example

d)

Meanwhile

70.

Choose the best version of the sentence.

a)

I would like to read many books; however, I don't seem to have enough time to read.

b)

I would like to read many books; however; I don't have enough time to read.

c)

However I would like to read many books. I don't have enough time to read.

d)

I would like to read many books; However, I don't have enough time to read.

71.

Choose the best version of the sentence.

a)

Texting while driving is dangerous; however, it is also illegal.

b)

Texting while driving is dangerous; furthermore, it is also illegal.

c)

Texting while driving is dangerous; for example, it is also illegal.

d)

Texting while driving is dangerous; meanwhile, it is also illegal.

72.

What is wrong with this sentence? Erica felt as if she might faint from hunger; therefore she decided a trip to McDonald's was necessary.

a)

Nothing--it's all good

b)

the "t" in therefore needs capitalizing

c)

the semi-colon after "hunger" needs to be a comma

d)

there should be a comma after "therefore"

e)

"however" would be a better transition word

73.

Which is better?

a)

Every morning, we make our beds, eat breakfast, and feed the dog.

b)

Every morning, we make our beds, are eating breakfast, and feed the dog.

74.

Which is better?

a)

We enjoy relaxing and sitting out in the sun.

b)

We enjoy relaxing and like to sit out in the sun.

75.

Which is better?

a)

Tim was considered to be a good employee because he was always on time, he was very motivated, and he was a good leader.

b)

Tim was considered to be a good employee because he was always on time, he was very motivated, and he led the team well.

76.

Which is better?

a)

Because it is increasing rapidly, the growing use of computers to store and process corporate information causes industrial spying.

b)

Industrial spying is increasing rapidly because of the growing use of computers to store and process corporate information, .

77.

Which is better?

a)

This problem of creating pollution while trying to create less-polluting vehicles is one obstacle Elon Musk tries to resolve with his newest factory, who is determined to impact the environment for good.

b)

Elon Musk, who is determined to impact the environment for good, tries to create less-polluting vehicles in his newest factory.

78.

Which is better?

a)

At lunch, students can decide if they would rather purchase an all-inclusive meal or items a la cart.

b)

At lunch, you can decide if you would rather purchase an all-inclusive meal or items a la cart.

79.

Which is better?

a)

As surprising as it is, it's also appalling that more than 1 in 5 Texas children will go to bed hungry tonight.

b)

It's appalling that more than 1 in 5 Texas children will go to bed hungry tonight.

c)

Because it's appalling, more than 1 in 5 Texas children will go to bed hungry tonight.

80.

Which is better?

a)

If you want to go to college or a vocational school to learn a trade, don't wait until your senior year to make them.

b)

If you want to go to college or a vocational school to learn a trade, don't wait until your senior year to make these important decisions.

81.

Answer this question for me: why aren't more people concerned about pollution?

a)

Correct

b)

Incorrect

82.

This was the moment he had waited for: justice had finally been served!

a)

Correct

b)

Incorrect

83.

You know what to do: need to practice.

a)

Correct

b)

Incorrect

84.

Which is better?

a)

I give you my word: if you follow these instructions, you will make the team.

b)

I give you my word. That if you follow these instructions, you will make the team.

85.

Which is better?

a)

Listen to this guy's speech: it's phenomenal!

b)

Listen to this guy's speech because it's phenomenal.

86.

For our class project, we had to interview the following experts: an economist, a scientist, and a doctor.

a)

Correct

b)

Incorrect

87.

We needed several items from the grocery store: milk, cereal, fruit, and bread.

a)

Correct

b)

Incorrect

88.

I finally reached my goal: eating 17 waffles in 3 hours.

a)

Correct

b)

Incorrect

89.

All the puppies had one thing in common: bright blue eyes.

a)

Correct

b)

Incorrect

90.

He wanted to try something new: biking to school.

a)

Correct

b)

Incorrect

91.

I drank some water, for I was thirsty.

a)

Correct

b)

Incorrect

92.

I knew I shouldn't enter the forest, yet something drew me nearer.

a)

Correct

b)

Incorrect

93.

I didn't want to do my homework, nor did I want to start my chores.

a)

Correct

b)

Incorrect

94.

My favorite candy bar is Hershey's bar, but I also like KitKats.

a)

Correct

b)

Incorrect

95.

You need to vacuum your room because the carpet has dirt all over it.

a)

Correct

b)

Incorrect

96.

Which is better?

a)

My uncle is 83 years old and walks three miles a day.

b)

My uncle, who is 83 years old, walks three miles a day.

97.

Which is better?

a)

James, a part-time aviator, loves to work with various types of machinery.

b)

James a part-time aviator loves to work with various types of machinery.

98.

Which is better?

a)

A part-time aviator, James loves to work with various types of machinery.

b)

A part-time aviator James loves to work with various types of machinery.

99.

Which is correct?

a)

The owners car is parked in a no-parking zone.

b)

The owner's car is parked in a no-parking zone.

100.

1940-1949

a)

1940s

b)

1940's

101.

Which is correct?

a)

There is your paper.

b)

They're is your paper.

102.

Which is correct?

a)

Your right.

b)

You're right.

103.

Which is correct?

a)

Its going to be a long drive.

b)

It's going to be a long drive.

104.

Which is correct?

a)

The papers thesis is off-topic.

b)

The paper's thesis is off-topic.

105.

Which is correct?

a)

The students' papers were well-written overall.

b)

The students papers were well-written overall.

106.

Which would be a better position statement?

a)

Can you believe fewer people are recycling than just 5 years ago?

b)

Before our environment suffers, we need to return our focus to recycling.

107.

Which is a stronger closing for a persuasive paper?

a)

When trash day comes, do your best to reduce the waste, reuse what can be salvaged, and recycle what you can. It is your responsibility to keep your environment in its best shape.

b)

You have to remember to reduce, reuse, and recycle on trash day. It isn't fair to make everyone else think it's their job to do everything.

108.

Punctuate the following sentence correctly.

John was delighted he got a part in the school play even though it was a small one.

a)

comma after delighted

b)

comma after part

c)

comma after though

d)

no comma needed

109.

Punctuate the following sentence correctly.

Because my pizza had gotten cold I heated it in the microwave.

a)

comma after Because

b)

comma after cold

c)

comma after heated

d)

no comma needed

110.

Punctuate the following sentence correctly.

Although Tommy studied for three hours he still didn't feel prepared for his algebra exam.

a)

comma after Although

b)

comma after studied

c)

comma after hours

d)

no comma needed

111.

Punctuate the following sentence correctly.

Alex forgot to feed the cat because he was playing his favorite game.

a)

comma after feed

b)

comma after cat

c)

comma after because

d)

no comma needed

112.

Punctuate the following sentence correctly.

Since Jamie wanted to go hang out with her friends she finished her homework and chores as quickly as possible.

a)

comma after out

b)

comma after friends

c)

comma after chores

d)

no comma needed

113.

Punctuate the following sentence correctly.

Sandy played with her little sister while she was at the park.

a)

comma after played

b)

comma after sister

c)

comma after while

d)

no comma needed

114.

Punctuate the following sentence correctly.

Under the current circumstances Maria won't be able to try out for cheer unless she raises her grades.

a)

comma after circumstances

b)

comma after cheer

c)

comma after unless

d)

no comma needed

115.

Punctuate the following sentence correctly.

If Jordan wants to be accepted into his college of choice he must raise his GPA to at least 3.1.

a)

comma after if

b)

comma after Jordan

c)

comma after choice

d)

no comma needed

116.

Punctuate the following sentence correctly.

Alexandra plans to go to the mall to buy a dress for the prom after school today.

a)

comma after plans

b)

comma after mall

c)

comma after after

d)

no comma needed

117.

Punctuate the following sentence correctly.

Before Christian can apply for a position as summer camp counselor he must get permission from his parents.

a)

comma after Before

b)

comma after position

c)

comma after counselor

d)

no comma needed

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