Writing 2 – Medium Level – 80 Questions

The museum’s new exhibit, which highlights recent discoveries in marine biology, ______ visitors from all over the country.

Each of the committee members ______ responsible for submitting a report by Friday.

Because the play received such positive reviews, ticket sales have ______ dramatically.

The professor asked the students to submit their essays ______ the end of the week.

The new marketing strategy was designed to appeal to a younger audience, ______ it ultimately increased online sales.

To identify which fish species inhabited the Caribbean before colonial exploitation, marine ecologist Daniel Pauly often consults historical ship logs and fishing records. ______________ he examines archaeological remains from coastal settlements, as they can reveal which fish populations were abundant in these waters centuries ago.

While drafting an essay on renewable energy, a student writes: “Solar panels are widely adopted; wind turbines are also increasingly common.” Which revision most effectively improves sentence clarity and parallel structure?

Japanese writer Yasunari Kawabata’s Palm-of-the-Hand short stories explore various facets of Japanese family life. In Canaries, an elderly couple debates whether to keep their deceased daughter’s pet birds in their home. ______________ in The White Flower, a mother and son try to rebuild their bond during a week-long temple visit.

A student revises a sentence: “The committee decided to postpone the event, it was raining heavily.” Which correction follows standard English conventions?

Which revision best clarifies the meaning of the sentence: “Running quickly, the dog caught the ball before it could hit the ground”?

A student writes: “The committee voted to postpone the meeting, it was raining.” Which revision corrects the sentence?

Identify the sentence with correct parallel structure:

Choose the sentence that clarifies ambiguity: “Running quickly, the dog caught the ball before it hit the ground.”

Which sentence correctly uses a semicolon to join related ideas?

Select the sentence that uses a transition word correctly: “He studied all night. ______________, he still failed the test.”

While drafting an essay, a student writes: “Because the sun was setting, the hikers hurried back to camp.” Which revision is most concise while keeping meaning?

Identify the correctly punctuated sentence: “The novel is long it is also gripping.”

Which sentence uses parallel structure correctly?

Choose the sentence that clarifies ambiguity: “Flying over the mountains, the eagle spotted its prey.”

Select the correct transition: “The experiment failed. ______________, the researchers learned valuable information.”

While revising a paragraph, a student writes: “Although the experiment was carefully designed, it failed to yield clear results.” Which revision is most concise while keeping meaning?

Which sentence correctly uses a semicolon to join related ideas?

Select the sentence with correct parallel structure:

Choose the sentence that clarifies ambiguity: “Walking quickly, the cat chased the mouse.”

Select the correct transition: “The team prepared extensively. ______________, they did not win the championship.”

In a double-blind study, both participants and researchers are unaware of treatments the former are ______________ its methodology is therefore more rigorous than that of the single-blind study.

The Braille Neue typeface is readable by ______________ the typeface promotes inclusivity without sacrificing aesthetics.

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s novel Half of a Yellow Sun—a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and resilience set during the Biafran ______________ serves as a testament to her ability to weave compelling narratives.

Yoruba sculptor Olowe of Ise’s palace doors offer an unusually immersive viewing experience. With ______________ intricately carved panels arranged in the format of traditional Yoruba architectural designs, the doors present viewers with multiple layers of symbolic meaning.

Mountains such as Everest shift and change as ______________ tectonic activity.

To identify which fish species inhabited the Caribbean before colonial exploitation, marine ecologist Daniel Pauly often consults historical ship logs and fishing records. ______________ he examines archaeological remains from coastal settlements, as they can reveal which fish populations were abundant in these waters centuries ago.

While revising a sentence, which choice best eliminates redundancy? “The study was carefully designed and meticulously planned to avoid errors.”

Which sentence uses parallel structure correctly? “In her essay, the student argues persuasively, explains clearly, and has evidence to support her claim.”

Choose the sentence that clarifies ambiguity: “Running quickly, the dog chased the ball.”

Select the correct transition: “The research team conducted multiple experiments. ______________, they did not achieve the expected results.”

While revising a sentence, which choice best eliminates redundancy? “The researchers conducted a comprehensive and thorough review of the literature.”

Which sentence uses parallel structure correctly? “The committee plans to evaluate the proposals, writing summaries, and making recommendations.”

Choose the sentence that clarifies ambiguity: “Flying over the forest, the hawk spotted the rabbit.”

Select the correct transition: “The students studied diligently. ______________, they did not achieve high scores.”

While revising a sentence, which choice best improves conciseness? “The manager personally attended the meeting in order to provide guidance.”

Choose the sentence that corrects the ambiguous modifier: “Jogging in the park, the squirrel chased the dog.”

Which sentence eliminates redundancy? “The study was extensive and thorough in examining the data.”

Select the sentence with correct parallel structure: “The speaker emphasized listening carefully, to speak clearly, and providing examples.”

Choose the correct transition: “The experiment was carefully designed. ______________, it failed to produce expected results.”

Which sentence improves conciseness? “The teacher personally explained the instructions in order to make them clear.”

Select the sentence that corrects the ambiguous modifier: “While reading the book, the television was on.”

Which sentence eliminates redundancy? “The professor provided a brief and concise summary of the lecture.”

Select the sentence with correct parallel structure: “The student enjoys reading novels, to write essays, and attending lectures.”

Choose the correct transition: “The experiment was carefully executed. ______________, the results were inconclusive.”

Which sentence improves conciseness? “The manager personally supervised the project in order to ensure success.”

Choose the sentence that clarifies the ambiguous modifier: “Driving down the street, the mailbox was seen.”

Which sentence eliminates redundancy? “The report was complete and thorough in its analysis.”

Select the sentence with correct parallel structure: “The athlete trains by running daily, to swim frequently, and lifting weights.”

Choose the correct transition: “The team prepared thoroughly. ______________, they lost the championship.”

Which sentence improves conciseness? “The director personally oversaw the project in order to guarantee success.”

Choose the sentence that clarifies the ambiguous modifier: “Flying over the city, the buildings looked tiny.”

Which sentence eliminates redundancy? “The summary was brief and concise.”

Select the sentence with correct parallel structure: “The artist enjoys painting landscapes, to sculpt figures, and drawing portraits.”

Choose the correct transition: “The project was carefully planned. ______________, it failed to meet the deadline.”

Which sentence improves conciseness? “The supervisor personally reviewed the report in order to ensure accuracy.”

Choose the sentence that clarifies the ambiguous modifier: “Running through the park, the flowers were beautiful.”

Which sentence eliminates redundancy? “The instructions were clear and understandable.”

Select the sentence with correct parallel structure: “The student likes to read books, writing poems, and drawing sketches.”

Choose the correct transition: “The team trained for months. ______________, they did not win the tournament.”

Which sentence improves conciseness? “The editor personally reviewed the manuscript in order to guarantee correctness.”

Choose the sentence that clarifies the ambiguous modifier: “Cycling through the city, the traffic was heavy.”

Which sentence eliminates redundancy? “The explanation was simple and easy to understand.”

Select the sentence with correct parallel structure: “She enjoys hiking mountains, to swim in lakes, and biking trails.”

Choose the correct transition: “The plan seemed perfect. ______________, it did not succeed.”

Which sentence improves conciseness? “The manager personally checked the files in order to ensure accuracy.”

Choose the sentence that clarifies the ambiguous modifier: “Jogging through the neighborhood, the trees looked enormous.”

Which sentence eliminates redundancy? “The lecture was informative and educational.”

Select the sentence with correct parallel structure: “He likes to swim in the ocean, biking along the coast, and to hike mountains.”

Choose the correct transition: “The recipe seemed foolproof. ______________, the cake turned out badly.”

Which sentence improves conciseness? “The teacher personally graded the exams in order to guarantee fairness.”

Choose the sentence that corrects the misplaced modifier: “Flying over the desert, the sand dunes looked endless.”

Which sentence eliminates redundancy? “The instructions were clear and easy to follow.”

Select the sentence with correct parallel structure: “She likes to read novels, painting landscapes, and to write poetry.”

Choose the correct transition: “The weather forecast predicted sun. ______________, it rained all afternoon.”

Which sentence improves conciseness? “The principal personally observed the assembly in order to ensure proper behavior.”