WorksheetsGrammar Review
Total questions: 43
Worksheet time: 43mins
Grinning happily, the prize for first place was accepted.
Dangling Modifier
Misplaced Modifier
Correct
She waited for the bus that stops at the corner.
Dangling Modifier
Misplaced Modifier
Correct
Hoping to succeed in the interview, long hours were spent in preparation.
Dangling Modifier
Misplaced Modifier
Correct
She flew in a small aircraft trembling with fear.
Dangling Modifier
Misplaced Modifier
Correct
The mayor was able to cut the ribbon because someone found scissors.
Dangling Modifier
Misplaced Modifier
Correct
Covered in dirt, I gave my dog a bath.
What's the problem with the modifiers in this sentence?
Scrubbing the tile grout with bleach and an old toothbrush, the mildew stains began to fade.
We don't know who scrubbed the tile grout.
The mildew stains were scrubbing the tile grout.
A toothbrush was scrubbing the tile grout.
Definition:
Has a single independent clause with at least one subject and predicate
simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
compound-complex sentence
Definition:
Consists of two independent clauses joined either by a conjunction and comma, or joined by a semicolon
simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
compound-complex sentence
Definition:
Consists of an independent clause and one or more dependent clauses
simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
compound-complex sentence
Definition:
Consists of two or more independent clause and one or more dependent clauses
simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
compound-complex sentence
Pick the correct sentence type:
Although I do not write as well as John, my writing is getting better, and extra work will improve it even more.
simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
compound-complex sentence
Pick the correct sentence type:
If I want to keep my parents happy, I need to pass my Spanish class, and I need to keep my room clean.
simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
compound-complex sentence
Pick the correct sentence type:
I will start high school next year.
simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
compound-complex sentence
Pick the correct sentence type:
John's story gave me goose bumps.
simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
compound-complex sentence
Pick the correct sentence type:
John has a great imagination, and I always enjoy his writing.
simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
compound-complex sentence
Pick the correct sentence type:
Landon did not cheat on the test, for it was not the right thing to do.
simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
compound-complex sentence
Pick the correct sentence type:
After John writes a story, he types it on his computer.
simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
compound-complex sentence
Pick the correct sentence type:
Katia walked to the store after she finished dinner.
simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
compound-complex sentence
Which are NOT FANBOYS?
CHOOSE TWO
as
nor
for
because
yet
What is the subject of the following sentence?
Up the hill, the travelers stumbled upon a beautiful lake.
hill
lake
stumbled
travelers
What is a clause?
a group of words containing a subject but no verb
a group of words that contains both a subject and a verb.
a group of words containing a verb but no subject
Those merry folk who live at the North Pole.
What is the complete predicate of the following sentence?
We had to leave the party because the room was so crowded.
had to leave the party because the room was so crowded
because the room was so crowded
We
was crowded
Find the dependent clause:
A point has no length or width
When you mean line segment
He uses a ruler
Every square is a rectangle
Which sentences start with an independent clause and ends with a dependent clause?
Because it was so cold.
Jay asked the store clerk for directions.
Dinah read a magazine while she waited for the bus.
Joyce enjoyed geometry more that she enjoyed algebra.
What is the simple predicate in the sentence below:
Flamenco is a traditional dance from southern Spain.
is
is traditional
Flamenco
from
Which are examples of subordinating conjunctions? Click all that apply:
while
because
and
but
After shattering through the thick plates of glass I began to attempt to rise back up to my feet, sharp pain seared through all of my limbs, causing me to wince in pain with each careful step I took.
What does the word seared most likely mean?
to wound
to join
to cause a burning sensation
to grill quickly
Our eyes lit up when we shook each other’s hands. Right out of the gate we both had the same grip and strength to our handshakes. Each had a genuine smile and a light heart. It seemed like a rather auspicious beginning.
What does the word auspicious most likely mean?
giving a sign of a future fight
giving a sign of hard work
giving a sign of future success
giving a sign of past anger
What are context clues?
Clues that help you figure out the context.
Hints that an author gives to help define a difficult or unusual word.
A piece of evidence or information used in the detection of a crime or solving of a mystery
A verbal formula giving an indication as to what is to be inserted in a particular space in a crossword or other puzzle.
Which context clue is defined as, the word’s meaning is explained in the sentence?
Definition
Antonym
Example
Synonym
Which context clue is defined as, other words are used in the sentence that have similar meanings?
Word Part
Example
Definition
Synonym
Which context clue is defined as, this is a clue in part of the unknown word?
Inference
Antonym
Word Part
Example
What do you call a word that has the opposite meaning of another word?
a homonym
a synonym
an antonym
an explanation
Her quiet, timid ways made it hard for her to make friends.
What type of context clue is used to help determine the meaning of the underlined word.
example
antonym
definition
synonym
We remembered to bring all the provisions, such as water, food, and warm clothing on the hike.
What type of context clue is used to help determine the meaning of the underlined word?
synonym
example
inference
definition
Many companies are downsizing, reducing the number of employees they have, in order to save money.
What type of context clue is used to help determine the meaning of the underlined word?
synonym
definition
inference
example
"Unlike John's room, which was immaculate, Jeff's room was very messy."
What type of context clue is used to help determine the meaning of the underlined word?
antonym
inference
definition
synonym
