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WorksheetsGrade 12 Grammar Final Test
Total questions: 86
Worksheet time: 43mins
Choose the compound-complex sentence.
The center of town has changed since we moved away.
I know the road to the beach, but I still got lost.
Without anyone noticing, an unusual event occurred last week, but it came to light today.
Since we are ready to begin, I will set the table, and Scott will serve the food.
Choose the compound sentence.
Hansel and Gretel walked through the door and into a small room.
The roaring fire warmed the room, yet I shivered.
The fire spread because of the wind.
The toddler stomped her feet and began to cry.
Choose the answer that corrects the fragment.
After searching for an hour, the cat found under the table.
Under the table, the cat was finally found.
Unable to find the cat under the table.
The cat, which we finally found under the table.
Choose the fragment.
He ate at the diner.
Whoever she saw at the party.
Max found it.
Finish quickly.
Choose the answer that is NOT a run-on sentence.
Julia and Randy play tennis several times a week they both are on the tennis team.
Julia and Randy play tennis several times a week, they are both on the tennis team.
Julia and Randy play tennis several times a week and they are both on the tennis team.
Julia and Randy play tennis several times a week. They are both on the tennis team.
Choose the sentence in which a semicolon is needed or is incorrectly placed.
The committee was unhappy with the decision, nevertheless; they understood why it had been made.
Ben struggled up the steep, rocky hill; when he reached the top, Ben collapsed.
The clipper ship, battered by the vicious storm, fought a losing battle; the main mast, weakened by the winds, broke.
Yesterday my brother ate a pear, an apple, and a banana.
Choose the sentence in which a colon is needed or is incorrectly placed.
On the island of Hawaii: known as 'Big Island,' you can visit Punaluu Black Sand Beach.
Be sure to have these documents: tickets, passport, visa, driver's license.
Our textbook is entitled World History: Connections to Today.
The coach's explanation was simple and direct: The team had decided to try to rebuild by using the younger players.
Identify the type of noun underlined in the sentence.
Cecily and Mark play violin in the school orchestra.
abstract
proper
compound
collective
Choose the part of speech of the underlined word in the sentence.
Charlie went on a wild goose chase after the rabbit.
noun
verb
adjective
adverb
Choose the coordinating conjunction in the sentence.
Before lunch, I had some time, so I went to the library.
Before
some
so
to
Choose the subordinating conjunction in the sentence.
As soon as Jill gets here, we can have dinner and then relax.
and then
have dinner
and
As soon as
Choose the conjunctive adverb in the sentence.
Although behind, Randy studied hard; consequently, he did well on his test.
Although
consequently
well
on
Choose the interjection in the sentence.
Oh, please don't tell me you are not able to go to the party.
Oh
not able to go
please
the party
Choose the interjection in the sentence.
Hey, did you remember to bring my jacket?
did
to bring
jacket
Hey
Choose the answer that identifies a noun in the sentence.
Pepper chased the ball across the yard.
chased
the
Pepper
across
Identify the type of noun underlined in the sentence.
The caravan was made up of pioneers traveling west.
collective
proper
compound
abstract
Choose the coordinating conjunction in the sentence.
I saw the movie, yet I can't recall how it ended.
how
can't
saw
yet
Choose the interjection in the sentence.
Oh dear, I forgot to put the milk in the refrigerator.
Oh dear
to put
I forgot
Oh
Choose the answer that identifies a noun in the sentence.
Talented Suzie plays the flute in the high school band.
band
high school
plays
Talented
Choose the conjunctive adverb in the sentence.
Maria wanted to win the race; therefore, she practiced hard every day.
therefore
hard
every day
practiced
Choose the interjection in the sentence.
Well, I was very surprised about the results of the test.
very
Well
surprised
results
Choose the correlative conjunctions in the sentence.
Neither the cat nor the guinea pig has been fed yet today, but we can feed both of them now.
Neither . . . nor
the cat . . . the guinea pig
yet . . . but
both . . . now
Choose the subordinating conjunction in the sentence.
I'll pick up the groceries and the dry cleaning for you, unless you plan to do it.
and
for
unless
plan to
Choose the conjunctive adverb in the sentence.
The boulder rolled downhill; thus, the hut at the bottom was completely destroyed.
downhill
thus
rolled
completely
Choose the interjection in the sentence.
Eek! There's mud all over my freshly washed floor.
There's mud
Eek
all over
freshly washed
Choose the interjection in the sentence.
Whew! I thought that I would miss the bus again.
would miss
Whew
I thought
again
Choose the interjection in the sentence.
Ouch! The book fell off the shelf and hit me on the head.
on the head
hit me
fell off the shelf
Ouch
Choose the simple sentence.
The room was cold, yet I still felt warm.
The dancer stomped her feet; then, she spun; finally, she jumped into the air.
Rita and Jim walked down the hall, through the door, and into a small room.
The fire spread because the wind was so strong.
Choose the complex sentence.
Joe and Bonita, following the sound of the music, arrive at the ballroom.
The bright sunlight poured into the room; still, the little girl shivered.
The fire spread because everything was so dry.
The toddler stomped her feet, but she wasn't given what she wanted, so she wailed instead.
Choose the answer that identifies the structure of the sentence.
Although my mom likes to sew, she spends a lot of time gardening.
simple
compound
complex
compound-complex
Choose the answer that identifies the structure of the sentence.
Alfredo volunteered at the animal shelter that took in injured dogs, and he earned the respect of his parents.
simple
compound
complex
compound-complex
Choose the answer that identifies the structure of the sentence.
The horses raced toward the finish line, and the crowd stood and cheered.
simple
compound
complex
compound-complex
Choose the answer that corrects the run-on sentence.
The battle of the Alamo took place in 1836. The battle of San Jacinto occurred later.
The battle of the Alamo took place in 1836, later came the battle of San Jacinto.
The battle of the Alamo took place in 1836, for the battle of San Jacinto occurred later.
The battle of the Alamo took place in 1836, then, the battle of San Jacinto occurred later.
Choose the run-on sentence.
The bed was soft and warm; nevertheless, I couldn't sleep.
The house shook, dust fell from the ceiling, and the walls cracked.
Blythe always arrives late to parties, tonight is no exception.
Many people had to stand during the concert; there weren't enough chairs.
Choose the answer that is not a run-on sentence.
I had to walk three miles through the woods, I'm footsore.
I'm footsore, I had to walk three miles through the woods.
Having had to walk three miles through the woods, I'm now footsore.
I'm footsore I had to walk three miles through the woods.
Choose the answer that is not a run-on sentence.
Because the ballerina injured her ankle during rehearsal, she can't dance in the performance.
The early morning rain pelted against the windows, I awoke and thought about the day ahead.
The player double dribbled the basketball, the referee blew his whistle.
The explorer, a rugged man, described his adventures, he was a treasure hunter.
Choose the sentence that corrects the fragment.
after he finished the first book
Later, after he finished the first book.
After he finished the first book, the second.
After he finished the first book, he quickly borrowed the second book.
After he finished the first book, taking it back to the library.
Choose the answer that is NOT a run-on sentence.
Selina is just starting to walk, she really likes to chase the dogs.
Selina, who is just starting to walk, really likes to chase the dogs.
Selina is just starting to walk she really likes to chase the dogs.
Selina is just starting to walk: she really likes to chase the dogs.
Choose the sentence in which a colon is either needed or misused.
His historical research took him to a number of countries: England, Belgium, France, Austria, and Germany.
Joanne purchased these picnic supplies: juice, coleslaw, turkey burgers, rolls, and fresh fruit.
Her plan is: to visit Milan and then Rome.
The host was a well-known scientist and author: Carl Sagan.
Choose the sentence in which a colon is either needed or misused.
His historical research took him to a number of countries: England, Belgium, France, Austria, and Germany.
Joanne purchased these picnic supplies: juice, coleslaw, turkey burgers, rolls, and fresh fruit.
Her plan is: to visit Milan and then Rome.
The host was a well-known scientist and author: Carl Sagan.
Choose the sentence in which a colon is either needed or misused.
The parts distributors are in the following locations: Porterville, California; Columbus, Ohio; and Earth City, Missouri.
The manual for the new bicycle began with the following notice: "Always wear a helmet—it could save your life!"
The manual says that a pre-ride check should include the brakes, the steering, the tires, the wheel assembly, the pedals, the frame, and the reflectors.
The tools required to assemble the bike are: a blade-type screwdriver, a Phillips screwdriver, an adjustable open-end wrench, and a metric wrench set.
Choose the item in which a colon is either needed or misused.
Dear Congresswoman Anderson:
The price became much too high Hidden costs put the car out of our range.
The flight to Ireland left at 11:30 P.M.
Albert Einstein gave us this pessimistic thought: "As long as there are sovereign nations possessing great power, war is inevitable."
Choose the sentence in which a semicolon is either needed or misused.
The park, which I had visited before, was full of deer and rabbits.
The storm washed out the road; therefore, it took us an additional hour to reach the cabin.
The first CD contains selections from the group's concert the second is a compilation of old hits.
The family agreed with the doctor's prognosis; nevertheless, they needed to get another opinion.
Choose the sentence in which a semicolon is misused.
The perennial garden must be weeded; the annual one must be replanted.
Use nails, screws, or staples; for added strength, glue first.
Pat, Minh, and Joe came; Lance, the guest of honor, did not.
Six pupils took the scholarship exam today; and the rest decided to wait for the next test.
Choose the sentence in which a semicolon is misused.
The rain didn't last long however; it rained long enough to soak us.
Malawi is in Africa; Malaysia is in Asia.
Do the easier questions in Part I; then, try a couple from Part II.
The cast searched for the missing prop; meanwhile, the band played.
Choose the sentence in which a semicolon or semicolons are either needed or misused.
My new coat has a small inside pocket, which holds my MP3 player, two side pockets, which hold my gloves, and a large inside pocket, in which I keep my hat.
Today I spoke with Amanda, my partner in chemistry; Rob, from my history class; and Mr. Scott, my softball coach.
In the school musical, Mimi stars; on the track team, she is one of the fastest runners; and on the Student Council, she is secretary.
The little store, known for its amazing jewelry, was closed; so the visitors, who drove two hours, were disappointed.
Choose the sentence in which a semicolon or semicolons are either needed or misused.
The country inn was a perfect place to visit, with its lovely bedroom, perfect for two; wonderful breakfast, all homemade; and relaxing grounds.
Jim came from Alto, Texas, Pam came from York, Maine; and Nadia came from Eagle, Idaho.
I was joined at lunch by Erin, my neighbor; Tom, my cousin; and Mia, my best friend.
Enrique Abreu, the critic, is going to see Lauren's debut, but I will have to miss it.
Choose the sentence in which a semicolon or semicolons are either needed or misused.
The exhibit hall will be open on Friday, May 23, 9 A.M.–4 P.M.; on Saturday, May 24, 10 A.M.–4 P.M.; and on Sunday, May 25, 11 A.M.–3 P.M.
My reading includes mysteries that entertain me, science books that inspire me, and user manuals that teach me how to use my equipment.
On our car trip, we brought apples, a healthful snack; crossword puzzles for the adults; and some movies, which the children loved.
Traveling for ten days, we visited my grandparents; who live in Virginia, the Wongs; who live in Georgia, and my brother Dan; who lives in Florida.
Choose the sentence in which a comma is needed or is incorrectly placed.
An article by Janet Coburn, M.D., appeared in the Sunday magazine supplement.
The application was mailed to Houston, Texas on Monday.
Bob is visiting his friend in Portland, Oregon.
On June 20, 2013, my sister graduated from law school.
Choose the sentence in which a comma is needed or is incorrectly placed.
Harold Andre, Esq., practices law in Santa Barbara, California.
Karen Wilson, D.D.S., will open an office in this building in May 2016.
Our prom will be on Friday, May 4, at Bay Harbor Marina.
The 1980 population of Kansas City, Missouri was 448,159.
Choose the sentence in which a comma is needed or is incorrectly placed.
After college I took a job at Sunshyne, Inc., a local publishing house.
On October 27, 2008, Madeline Grant, R.N. addressed the student body.
Since 2009 the company headquarters has been in Santa Rosa, California.
Monday, March 5, was the day I passed my driving test.
Choose the sentence in which a comma is needed or is incorrectly placed.
Before I knew what was happening, I was at the bottom of the stairs.
Carrie, when did you buy those tickets?
With guidance you will be able to assemble the bicycle properly.
To be on time I need to leave in ten minutes.
Choose the sentence in which a comma is needed or is incorrectly placed.
Christina, I am going to the library to do some research.
After a long rehearsal, in the gym, we were glad to get home and have dinner.
When driving along Main Street, watch out for pedestrians and cars.
Sitting under the lamp this evening, the cat purrs contentedly.
Choose the sentence in which a comma is needed or is incorrectly placed.
When you prepare the report, be sure to attach a bibliography.
After pruning the fruit trees, Rob turned his attention to the hedges.
Before I outlined the main sections of my report I went to the library, to do some research.
Well, I'm certain of one thing: The train leaves at 6:00 P.M.
Choose the sentence in which a comma is needed or is incorrectly placed in a compound sentence.
Mary has basketball practice today and she has a test tomorrow.
Mary and Gus planned to study and quiz each other for the test during study hall.
Mary remembered her notes, so she will use her time well.
Having forgotten the plan, Gus read his book and studied his notes the whole time.
Choose the sentence in which a comma is needed or is incorrectly placed in a compound sentence.
I don't know what to make for the picnic, but I know I am attending the picnic.
As always, there will be games to play and good food to eat at the picnic.
Tina, a great cook, will bring pasta salad and Fred, not a great cook, will bring fruit.
I like apples and oranges, but I don't like pears.
Choose the sentence in which a comma is needed or is incorrectly placed in a compound sentence.
My nephew was here yesterday, and, as always, he made things interesting.
My nephew ran around the house and hid under the porch.
Everyone was laughing and talking as he was running around.
The dog, barking, chased the cat and the cat ran away from him.
Choose the sentence with a comma splice.
Isaac, Tim, and Rita want to learn skateboarding, not an easy skill.
Kevin loves to skateboard, he practices almost every day.
Because there is a skateboard park in our town, I can practice as often as I like.
John just got a new skateboard, so he wants to practice today.
Choose the sentence with a comma splice.
I have an early practice, so I will fix my own dinner.
Betty and Ava, before heading to the concert, will pick up Andy.
Hank, who plays the trumpet, is performing in a concert tonight.
Hank has been practicing his music all week, therefore, he is ready for the concert.
Choose the sentence with a comma splice.
The ringing cellphone startled me, I dropped my glass of water.
Jay just got a new cellphone, yet he has not mastered all the features.
With his new cellphone, a "smartphone," Jay has high-speed Web access.
My grandmother does not have a cellphone, but I'm taking her to get one.
Choose the sentence in which a comma or commas are needed or are incorrectly placed in a series.
Oaks, maples, and evergreens are common trees in our part of the country.
Jon devoted much time to planning the garden clearing the ground, and planting the flowers.
Working in the fields can be monotonous, arduous, and frustrating.
Nicole planned, cooked, and served a delicious dinner last Wednesday.
Choose the sentence in which a comma or commas are needed or are incorrectly placed in a series.
Robert loves all kinds of fish—steamed baked, fried, and grilled.
Alexander's favorite sports are bicycling, swimming, and fishing.
No one is better than Grant at baiting the hook, casting the line, and reeling in the fish while telling a good story.
Wheat, barley, and alfalfa are three of that farmer's crops.
Choose the sentence in which a comma or commas are needed or are incorrectly placed in a series.
Jackie saw seals and sea lions and whales on her trip.
Fresh fruit, green vegetables, lean meat, and grain products were part of her diet.
Fishing presents different challenges, depending on whether you fish in lakes, streams, or rivers.
At the aquarium we saw, penguins, sharks, and sting rays, and swam with dolphins.
Choose the sentence in which a comma is needed or is incorrectly placed between adjectives.
The vessel slipped into port on a rainy, moonless night.
A well-planned thoughtful speech followed the introduction.
Mr. Hawkins has a large collection of rare silver coins.
My first job was a happy, rewarding experience.
Choose the sentence in which a comma is needed or is incorrectly placed between adjectives.
The library had much fine oak paneling.
Expensive, oversized art books were on the lower shelves.
Samantha owned handsome, signed, first printings of several popular novels.
In the travel section were informative, highly illustrated guidebooks.
Choose the sentence in which a comma is needed or is incorrectly placed between adjectives.
Sitting at the desk, Sam had a view of the sloping lawn through three large picture windows.
Liz bought a warm gray jacket.
Kim gave an enthusiastic, gracious speech when she won the scholarship.
On our trip we visited an impressive, Gothic castle.
Choose the sentence in which a comma is needed or is incorrectly placed with a parenthetical expression.
Among his fans, J. J. is considered an ice hockey player not a basketball player.
He played basketball for many years, however.
Candice is a soccer player, I think.
J. J. and Candice are, as you know, also on the student council.
Choose the sentence in which a comma or commas are needed or are incorrectly placed with a nonessential expression.
Suzanne, whose pink shirt I admired accompanied me to the mall.
The goal was scored by Brian, the newest member of the team.
The book Pride and Prejudice was recommended by my English teacher.
The Snake River, which runs through our town, is the longest in the state.
Choose the sentence in which a comma or commas are needed or are incorrectly placed with a nonessential expression.
The band music, always very lively, was written by John Philip Sousa.
Several of the Sousa marches, which our band plays, are well known.
Our marching band winner of several awards, practices every day.
Everyone wearing the blue uniform is in the band.
Choose the sentence in which a comma or commas are needed or are incorrectly placed with a nonessential expression.
The woman wearing the red dress is my aunt.
My twin sister arriving yesterday from France showed us her beautiful new clothes.
The blueberry muffins, which are on the table, were made by my grandmother.
The plates on the table, not the bowls, belong to my uncle.
Choose the sentence in which a comma is needed or is incorrectly placed with a parenthetical expression.
What time is dinner, Mom?
Don't you think, Ellen, that we need more punch?
Jim wants a new camera not a new computer.
She is, indeed, one of the most reliable team members.
Choose the answer in which a comma is needed or is incorrectly placed.
Dear Mrs. Wong,
Your friend,
35 Main Street Falls, Idaho, 03569
London, England
Choose the answer in which a comma is needed or is incorrectly placed.
Thank you,
Shelley
256 Green Street Brooklyn, New York, 11201
Dallas, Texas
Choose the answer in which a comma is needed for clarity.
Behind the store, workers were unpacking the books.
Across the table sat the arguing siblings.
On the river boaters were getting ready for the race.
In the following years his health improved.
Choose the answer in which a comma is needed for clarity.
On top of the couch, beneath a warm lamp, cats were stretched out.
In front of the bank workers were washing the windows.
Near the dorm, sophomores and juniors welcomed the incoming freshmen.
At nine o'clock the cashier was closing out for the day.
Choose the answer in which a comma is needed or is incorrectly placed.
With dinner, I like a large, cold, glass of milk.
After practice, Sandy and Dennis asked Coach Hill for help.
They watched as he explained the race and listened carefully.
Finding the cleats and hoping they were his, Joel tried them on.
Choose the answer in which a comma is needed or is incorrectly placed.
Curled up in a warm blanket, Willa loves to watch the rain.
After class Perry and Harriet, waited for me to catch up.
Our trip was about 2,300 miles long.
Our house, in which we have lived for four years, is painted gray.
Choose the answer in which a comma is needed or is incorrectly placed.
Erin is traveling to Turkey; Joanne, to Spain.
For dinner last night we had chicken, baked potatoes, and green beans.
Randy sent me a small, colorful bouquet of roses.
Joan found a house with three bedrooms, and two bathrooms.
Choose the sentence with the comma splice.
Every summer she goes to camp, so she is always looking forward to summer.
Kona loves to go horseback riding, he goes whenever he can.
As they planned, Tracey, Adam, and Patty will go to a horseback-riding camp this summer.
Their days will be full; they will be feeding and caring for horses, not to mention riding them.
Choose the sentence with a comma splice.
For lunch I have soup, an apple, and raisins.
Ryan and Kim usually buy lunch, but today they each brought a sandwich from home.
Wei forgot his lunch, he went home to pick it up.
Usually, Lee brings a sandwich for lunch; today, she brought soup.
Choose the sentence with a missing or incorrectly placed comma.
Pam please don't forget to bring your backpack to school.
Of course, the judge will punish the offenders.
Without thinking of his own safety, the firefighter rushed into the burning building.
After an hour of raking leaves, he could feel his shoulder aching.
Choose the sentence with a missing or incorrectly placed comma.
George, will you help at the bazaar on Saturday?
Cautioned by her mother Betsy drove slowly, through the busy intersection.
Once the movie was over, I wondered why I had sat through the whole thing.
If you see Pam on your visit to the museum, please ask her to call me.
Choose the sentence with a missing or incorrectly placed comma.
On a hot day in July I like to sit under a large shady tree.
I almost forgot my pencil and calculator for the test.
The experienced, confident coach helped the team get ready for the season.
We took our new, large towels to the beach.
Choose the sentence with missing or incorrectly placed commas.
These hardy plants grow equally well in window boxes, in home gardens, and in open fields.
Our advisor planned the trip, chartered the bus, and arranged the hotel reservations.
Our trip included three concerts two lectures and a visit to a recording studio.
We also had time to visit a museum and take a bus ride around the city.
Choose the sentence with missing or incorrectly placed commas.
Joseph went hiking, canoeing, and sailing on his vacation.
Cherie likes to read and paint and listen to music when she has free time.
I was asked to bring bread and butter, salt and pepper, and fruit to the picnic.
Craig played basketball, tennis, and ice hockey, over the weekend.
Choose the sentence with missing or incorrectly placed commas.
Rosa and Peg meet for dinner at the park.
Soo went straight home after school, and she made dinner for her family.
I like to take my dog for a walk in the evening, but he will not go out if it is cold.
Kirby enjoys swimming in the lake but she doesn't like boating.
