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Worksheet time: 16mins
Which sentence correctly uses a semicolon?
I have a meeting tomorrow; it starts at 10 AM.
I have a meeting tomorrow; because it starts at 10 AM.
I have a meeting tomorrow, it starts at 10 AM.
I have a meeting tomorrow it starts; at 10 AM.
Which punctuation mark is used to show possession?
Comma
Colon
Apostrophe
Semicolon
Choose the correctly capitalized title:
the Great Gatsby
The Great Gatsby
What type of sentence is this: "Because it was raining, we stayed indoors"?
(a)
Which is an example of a formal tone?
Hey, how’s it going?
I’m gonna check it out later.
What’s up with the delay?
We regret to inform you that your application has been declined.
Choose the sentence with correct parallel structure:
She likes reading, to write, and singing.
She likes reading, writing, and singing.
She likes to read, writing, and to sing.
She likes reading, writing, and to sing.
"Each of the students (a) responsible for their work."
What is the main purpose of a thesis statement?
To conclude the essay
To introduce a new topic
To state the main argument
To provide background information
Which transition word is best for showing contrast?
However
Furthermore
in the same way
Which sentence uses correct punctuation for a list?
I bought apples oranges bananas and grapes.
I bought: apples, oranges, bananas, grapes.
I bought apples, oranges, bananas, and grapes.
I bought apples, oranges; bananas, grapes.
What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile?
Which word is the closest synonym of "arduous"?
(a)
What does the word "ubiquitous" mean?
Rare
Present everywhere
Unimportant
Confusing
Choose the correct antonym of "benevolent":
(a)
Identify the meaning of the word "pseudonym":
Real name
Nickname
Fake name
Title
Which of the following best defines "meticulous"?
Careless
Very detailed and precise
Indifferent
Superficial
What does the phrase "burn the midnight oil" mean?
Work late into the night
Waste resources
Start a fire
Relax at night
Choose the correct synonym for "mitigate":
(a)
The word "ephemeral" refers to something that is:
Long-lasting
Short-lived
Unchangeable
Predictable
What does the phrase "a blessing in disguise" mean?
A hidden curse
A divine intervention
A clear mistake
An unexpected benefit
Identify the best synonym for "candid":
Deceptive
Reserved
Honest
Secretive
The term "antithesis" refers to:
An exact opposite
A summary
What is the meaning of "precarious"?
Well-balanced
Predictable
Safe and secure
Uncertain or dangerous
