democracy are articulated in the Constitution. C) My father always tells me that I shouldn't spend the principle, only the interest. D) The principle exports of the United States of America are fast food and entertainment. Which sentence is appropriate in a letter to a friend but not in a formal report? A) Brisbane is located about ten hours north of Sydney, Australia. B) It's a really cool place because it's right on the coast near the beach. C) Brisbane is a popular tourist destination because it is located on the coast. D) Most Americans fly into Sydney and then take a connection from Sydney to Brisbane. Which sentence is an example of standard English, with no slang or use of vernacular? A) Mountain biking is totally fun. B) Mountain biking is one of the coolest sports out C) Mountain biking is a popular, exciting sport and hobby for many biking enthusiasts. D) Mountain biking is a total adrenaline rush for all those who like to hang out and ride their bikes together. Which sentence contains a correctly used participial phrase? A) The squawking geese kept me awake camping by the lakeside. B) After brushing on another stroke of fiery crimson, the canvas looked complete. C) Peering through the rain spattered window, the scenery appeared lush and verdant. D) Kicking the ball
into the upper left hand corner of the goal, the striker scored the winning goal. Which sentence demonstrates correct use of the semicolon? A) We were entirely exhausted from the flight nevertheless; we wanted to see the Statue of Liberty before nightfall. B) We were entirely exhausted from the flight; nevertheless, we wanted to see the Statue of Liberty before nightfall. C) We were entirely exhausted; from the flight nevertheless, we wanted to see the Statue of Liberty before nightfall. D) We were entirely exhausted from the flight nevertheless, we wanted; to see the Statue of Liberty before nightfall. Which sentence demonstrates correct use of the semicolon? A) We needed to pick up; Tommy, Addison, and Henri. B) My favorite British playwright; is William Shakespeare. C) Kristy; who finished first in the race, broke her ankle last year. D) Sara suddenly became very ill; therefore, she went to see her doctor. sentence demonstrates correct use of the semicolon? A) My favorite store is having a huge sale you can buy pants; shirts, and shoes for half price. B) My favorite store is having a huge sale; you can buy pants, shirts, and shoes for half price. C) My favorite store is having a huge sale you
can buy; pants, shirts, and shoes for half price. D) My favorite store; is having a huge sale you can buy pants, shirts, and shoes for half price. Choose the sentence that shows correct semicolon usage. A) I like; swimming, hiking, and camping. B) Swimming is my favorite form of exercise; it me energy. C) I am going swimming; and then I will lie in the sun and relax. D) Today I plan to go swimming; which is one of my favorite activities. Which sentence uses a participial phrase as an adjective? A) Working hard is the key for being successful in life. B) The book, torn and ripped nearly to shreds, was now worthless. C) My friend, who participated in the Olympics, is a talented runner. D) Lily jumped over the stream and gracefully landed on the other side. read the children a story about a whale in the library. Choose the answer that is the most effective substitute for the sentence. A) In the library, Josephine read the children a story about a whale. B) Josephine read a story about children to a whale in the library. C) Josephine read a story about a whale in the library to the children. D) In the library Josephine read a story about a whale, to
the children. Choose the sentence in which the prepositional phrase BEST modifies the verb driving. A) Driving down the street, I saw the cat. B) Driving, I saw the cat down the street. C) I saw the cat driving down the street. D) While driving, I saw the cat down the street The fans wondered how the player had been hurt could continue to play in the game. Choose the word or phrase that best completes the sentence. A) he B) that C) what D) who Which sentence uses a participial phrase as an adjective? A) The fence, which was broken and dirty, looked terrible. B) Shutting out their opponent, the other team celebrated in victory. C) Swimming in the pool all day is my favorite way to spend the summer. D) I am pretty tired and not interested in staying up too late tonight. Which sentence uses a participial phrase as an adjective? A) Working hard is the key for being successful in life. B) The book, torn and ripped nearly to shreds, was now worthless. C) My friend, who participated in the Olympics, is a talented runner. Which sentence contains a correctly used participial phrase? A) The squawking geese kept me awake camping by the lakeside. B) After brushing on another stroke of fiery crimson, the canvas looked complete. C) Peering through the rain spattered window, the scenery appeared lush and verdant.