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Subject-Verb Agreement and Punctuation

Total questions: 63

Worksheet time: 3hrs 20mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

I love the game of basketball, however, I don't play it myself.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

basketball: however,

c)

basketball however,

d)

basketball; however,

2.

The tribe was left without food for weeks the members had no choice but to resort to cannibalism.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

weeks, the

c)

weeks; the

d)

weeks--the

3.

The guy, cleaning the room, is the handyman for our whole school.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

guy cleaning the room is

c)

guy (cleaning the room) is

d)

guy--cleaning the room-- is

4.

When I turn sixteen I'm going to buy a car.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

sixteen, I'm

c)

sixteen; I'm

d)

sixteen--I'm

5.

Students who work hard will ace the ACT.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

Students, whom work hard,

c)

Students who work hard,

d)

Students, who work hard,

6.

Ready for the journey of a lifetime the boy hopped on the spaceship.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

lifetime; the

c)

lifetime, the

d)

lifetime: the

7.

Stephen King's first novel, Carrie, was a surprise success.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

novel Carrie was

c)

novel. Carrie was

d)

novel Carrie, was

8.

It was early morning when my sisters and I arrived, at the spa for our facials and massages.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

my sisters' and I arrived

c)

my sisters and I arrived

d)

my sisters' and I arrived,

9.

In the more than two thousand years since the birth of Jesus millions of believers have traveled to the Holy Land on religious pilgrimages.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

since the birth of Jesus, millions

c)

since, the birth of Jesus, millions

d)

since, the birth of, Jesus millions

10.

I always carry two items, a wallet and a phone.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

items; a wallet

c)

items: a wallet

d)

items a wallet

11.

Critics found the early portion of the Broadway production delightful, however, the second half was a major disappointment.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

delightful, similarly, the second

c)

delightful; however, the second

d)

delightfully, and secondly

12.

The Thai restaurant serves noodle dishes such as: pad thai, pad see-ew, and kua gai.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

as pad

c)

as, pad

d)

as--pad

13.

The patient lifted up his sleeve; revealing a deep scar on his forearm.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

sleeve revealing

c)

sleeve, revealing

d)

sleeve: revealing

14.

The report indicates that the pollution above Beijing has reached an all-time high.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

indicates, that

c)

indicates. That

d)

indicates; that

15.

His hobbies included, jumping off planes, crashing helicopters, and eating jellyfish.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

included: jumping off planes, crashing helicopters and eating jellyfish.

c)

included--jumping off planes, crashing helicopters, and eating jellyfish.

d)

included jumping off planes, crashing helicopters, and eating jellyfish.

16.

Although he is lactose intolerant, he likes to eat pizza for lunch.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

intolerant he

c)

intolerant. He

d)

intolerant; he

17.

The platter was filled with berries, and crackers, and cheese.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

with: berries, and crackers and cheese.

c)

with, berries and crackers and cheese.

d)

with berries, crackers, and cheese

18.

After college, Abigail had three options: get a job, apply to graduate school, or become a criminal.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

options get a job, apply to graduate school or become a criminal.

c)

options: get a job, or apply to graduate school, or become a criminal.

d)

options, get a job, apply to graduate school or become a criminal.

19.

Because she is so busy; I haven't seen her in weeks.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

busy I

c)

busy, I

d)

busy--I

20.

The program began, in 2009, a year after Hayden Davis became the first National Merit Scholar.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

began in 2009, a year

c)

began in 2009; a year

d)

began in 2009 a year

21.

Pick the sentence with the possessive apostrophe in the correct place.

a)

Many students cars were painted red and black.

b)

Many student’s cars were painted red and black.

c)

Many students’ cars were painted red and black.

22.

Pick the sentence with the possessive apostrophe in the correct place.

a)

The girls sleeping bags are spread all over the room.

b)

The girl's sleeping bags are spread all over the room.

c)

The girls' sleeping bags are spread all over the room.

23.

Pick the sentence with the possessive apostrophe in the correct place.

The hat belongs to Max. It is _____.

a)

Maxs'

b)

Maxes'

c)

Max's

24.

Pick the sentence with the possessive apostrophe in the correct place.

a)
People's opinions matter when it comes to womens' rights.
b)
People's opinions matter when it comes to women's rights.
c)
Peoples' opinions matter when it comes to women's rights.
25.

Pick the sentence with the possessive apostrophe in the correct place.

a)

The peoples' votes were counted.

b)

The people's votes were counted.

c)

The peoples vote's were counted.

26.

What are the two reasons for apostrophes?

a)

To show omission and plurals.

b)

To show possession and plurals.

c)

To show possession and to show omission.

27.

Every year, the company hosts a big party for all _____ employees.

a)

ITS

b)

IT'S

28.

People say easier _______ to learn new things when you're young.

a)

ITS

b)

IT'S

29.

I read a fantastic book recently, but I can't remember the name of ______ author.

a)

ITS

b)

IT'S

30.

Don't worry, the train will be here soon; ______ always a little bit late!

a)

ITS

b)

IT'S

31.

 

Which is the correct compound sentence?

a)

Do you like football , or basketbal?

b)

He saw a fox and a snake.

c)

They wanted some pizza, and some drinks.

d)

Your brother can speak English, but he cannot speak French.

32.

Each July, one of the world's largest folk-art festivals bring together artists from every corner of the globe for a vast and colorful international bazaar. For several weeks, more than 200 artists from 60 countries gather to offer handmade masterworks. The festival is located in Santa Fe, a destination rich in culture and history. The work of master artists lines the walls as market-goers are given the opportunity to find one-of-a-kind treasures and meet their creators.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

bringing

c)

brought

d)

brings

33.

Each July, one of the world's largest folk-art festivals bring together artists from every corner of the globe for a vast and colorful international bazaar. For several weeks, more than 200 artists from 60 countries gather to offer handmade masterworks. The festival is located in Santa Fe, a destination rich in culture and history. The work of master artists lines the walls as market-goers are given the opportunity to find one-of-a-kind treasures and meet their creators.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

have lined

c)

lining

d)

line

34.

Kite-flying has a long history in Japan: according to legend, the first kites were flying nearly 1,400 years ago. Since that time, kite-flying had remained a delightful tradition. Kites are made from a bamboo framework and layers of washi paper - paper made by hand in the traditional style. Colorful narrative illustrations and legendary heroes from Japanese folklore decorates their surfaces. Every region of the country has its own distinct kite design, with more than 130 varieties in all. For this reason, there is no single design that are typical of Japanese kites.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

flown

c)

were flown

d)

had flewn

35.

Kite-flying has a long history in Japan: according to legend, the first kites were flying nearly 1,400 years ago. Since that time, kite-flying had remained a delightful tradition. Kites are made from a bamboo framework and layers of washi paper - paper made by hand in the traditional style. Colorful narrative illustrations and legendary heroes from Japanese folklore decorates their surfaces. Every region of the country has its own distinct kite design, with more than 130 varieties in all. For this reason, there is no single design that are typical of Japanese kites.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

would have remained

c)

will remain

d)

has remained

36.

Kite-flying has a long history in Japan: according to legend, the first kites were flying nearly 1,400 years ago. Since that time, kite-flying had remained a delightful tradition. Kites are made from a bamboo framework and layers of washi paper - paper made by hand in the traditional style. Colorful narrative illustrations and legendary heroes from Japanese folklore decorates their surfaces. Every region of the country has its own distinct kite design, with more than 130 varieties in all. For this reason, there is no single design that are typical of Japanese kites.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

decorate

c)

decorating

d)

has decorated

37.

Kite-flying has a long history in Japan: according to legend, the first kites were flying nearly 1,400 years ago. Since that time, kite-flying had remained a delightful tradition. Kites are made from a bamboo framework and layers of washi paper - paper made by hand in the traditional style. Colorful narrative illustrations and legendary heroes from Japanese folklore decorates their surfaces. Every region of the country has its own distinct kite design, with more than 130 varieties in all. For this reason, there is no single design that are typical of Japanese kites.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

will be

c)

is

d)

had been

38.

In a village at the edge of the rainforest, the skilled and nimble fingers of an old woman bends fabric and straw into graceful baskets. The baskets are the perfect size to hold papayas, but they also held centuries of craft and tribal identity. Basket weaving is one of the most widespread crafts in history: it originated in the Middle East around 7,000 years ago and spread to every continent except Antarctica. The preservation of ancient baskets is difficult, however, because most items are made of natural materials like wood, grass, and vines, which decay rapidly. As a result, much of the history of basket making would be lost. On the other hand, weaving techniques, which are often passed along from generation to generation, has been preserved throughout the centuries and are still being expanded upon today.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

will bend

c)

bend

d)

has bent

39.

In a village at the edge of the rainforest, the skilled and nimble fingers of an old woman bends fabric and straw into graceful baskets. The baskets are the perfect size to hold papayas, but they also held centuries of craft and tribal identity. Basket weaving is one of the most widespread crafts in history: it originated in the Middle East around 7,000 years ago and spread to every continent except Antarctica. The preservation of ancient baskets is difficult, however, because most items are made of natural materials like wood, grass, and vines, which decay rapidly. As a result, much of the history of basket making would be lost. On the other hand, weaving techniques, which are often passed along from generation to generation, has been preserved throughout the centuries and are still being expanded upon today.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

they would also hold

c)

they would have also held

d)

they are also holding

40.

As the world's first supersonic passenger jet, the Concorde was regarded as a marvel of engineering. Most jets fly at maximum speeds of about 550 miles per hour, but the Concorde could have gone more than two times as fast - double the speed of sound. During its 27 years of service, the world's fastest commercial aircraft transported passengers across the Atlantic ocean in only two hours.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

gone

c)

will go

d)

went

41.

Although the Concorde was retired in 2003, a plane that is capable of flying halfway around the world in a mere four hours might soon exist. For engineers, eliminating sonic booms have been one of the biggest challenges involved in building the new craft. Airplanes that break the sound barrier are extremely loud, so they must be flown primarily over water.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

were

c)

has

d)

are

42.

Engineers claim, however, that they have found a way of reducing the amount of noise the planes makes. They solution involves thinner wings and hidden engines. Moreover, lightweight materials and innovative engine technology allow the plan to fly twice as fast as the Concorde.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

have made

c)

making

d)

make

43.

Which of these sentences are constructed correctly?

a)

She hit a brick wall and the car flipped over.

b)

She hit a brick wall, and the car flipped over.

c)

After hitting a brick wall; the car flipped over

d)

The car flipped over after hitting a brick wall.

44.

Which of these sentences has the correct verb tense and subject agreement?

a)

Reading, writing, and arithmetic is my favorite thing to do.

b)

Reading, writing, and arithmetic are my favorite things to do.

c)

Charles had ate the last apple right in front of me.

d)

Charles had eaten the last apple before his mother, sister, and little brother arrives home.

45.

What is the best combination of the two sentences?

a)

She wanted to go to prom and she never asked for permission.

b)

She wanted to go to prom; never asked for permission

c)

She wanted to go to prom but she never asked for permission.

d)

Although she wanted to go to prom, she never asked for permission.

46.
Which of the following sentences is correctly punctuated?
a)
In the middle of night. The van pulled up.
b)
Chuck would not, give Jane the seat.
c)
Over coffee and toast, Kelly told me about her new job.
d)
Lemonade. My favorite drink.
47.

Choose the best coordinating conjunction to join the sentence pair.

We can ask for directions. We can use a map.

a)

and

b)

but

c)

or

d)

because

48.
The following sentence pair should be combined to make a better sentence. Which is the best revision? 
The bicycle tire is flat. The bicycle tire is on the bike. 
a)
The bicycle tire is on the bike and the bicycle tire is flat.
b)
The flat bicycle tire is on the bike.
c)
On the bike, the bicycle tire there is flat.
d)
The tire on the bicycle is flat.
49.
Identify the correct verb for the blank in the following sentence: We, the entire student body, ____ the school colors to remain blue and red. 
a)
wants
b)
want
c)
wanting
d)
wanted
50.
Which change should be made?
While I ate dinner I watched Regular Show.
a)
Add a comma after dinner
b)
Change While to After
c)
Change Regular to regular
d)
The sentence is correct.
51.

When writing a persuasive essay, it's important to include a counterargument/refutation because...

a)

a counterargument agrees with your opinion

b)

a counterargument helps you fill up the page

c)

acknowledging the other side helps prove the writer's credibility

d)

a counteragrument and refutation look good

52.

When providing examples for a persuasive essay, its important to avoid using

a)

historical examples

b)

real life, anecdotal examples

c)

literature examples

d)

hypothetical examples

53.

Which word best enhances the clarity of the sentence below?

Sheryl thought it was a bad idea to create a new logo for the stubborn client.

a)

replace thought with believed

b)

replace bad with risky

c)

replace client with customer

d)

make no change

54.

I am stopping at the next rest stop I see.

a)

present progressive

b)

past progressive

c)

future progressive

55.

They will be spending the whole day at the beach.

a)

present progressive

b)

past progressive

c)

future progressive

56.

Our teacher was planning to take us outside, but it was too cold.

a)

present progressive

b)

past progressive

c)

future progressive

57.

Jim and Pam were leaving the house when the phone rang.

a)

present progressive

b)

past progressive

c)

future progressive

58.

The doctor is examining the patient.

a)

present progressive

b)

past progressive

c)

future progressive

59.

paint (past progressive tense)

(a)  

60.

dance (present progressive tense)

(a)  

61.

cook (future progressive tense)

(a)  

62.

think (past progressive tense)

(a)  

63.

read (future progressive tense)

(a)