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Question 1 of 85
1. Question
1 pointsAlthough she studied hard, she did not _______ her goal of passing the exam.
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Explanation: After “did not,” the verb should be in the base form — “achieve.”
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Explanation: The auxiliary “did” requires the base verb form, not “achieving” or “achieved.”
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Question 2 of 85
2. Question
1 pointsThe experiment was conducted under careful supervision ___ the results were recorded every half hour.
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Explanation: A semicolon correctly separates two independent clauses.
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Explanation: Independent clauses must be joined by a semicolon or conjunction, not just a comma.
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Question 3 of 85
3. Question
1 pointsEach of the participants, with their notebooks and pens, ___ eager to begin the experiment.
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Explanation: “Each” is singular, so the verb should be “was.”
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Explanation: The subject “each” is singular; using “were” would be incorrect.
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Question 4 of 85
4. Question
1 pointsDespite the fact that the system was faulty, the engineers attempted to fix it with haste and urgency.
Choose the most concise revision.Correct
Explanation: “Although the system was faulty, the engineers tried to fix it quickly” removes redundancy.
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Explanation: Redundant phrases like “the fact that” and “with haste and urgency” should be simplified.
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Question 5 of 85
5. Question
1 pointsThe researcher’s explanation was ___, making it easy for all participants to understand.
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Explanation: “Lucid” means clear and understandable — best fits the context.
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Explanation: The other options describe confusion or lack of clarity.
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Question 6 of 85
6. Question
1 pointsMaria enjoys painting landscapes, playing the piano, and ___ poetry in her free time.
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Explanation: The sentence requires parallel structure; “writing” matches the other -ing forms.
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Explanation: Parallel structure means all items in a list should have the same grammatical form.
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Question 7 of 85
7. Question
1 pointsThe scientist collected data carefully; ___, she ensured each result was verified by multiple tests.
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Explanation: The transition “moreover” correctly connects two related ideas showing addition.
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Explanation: The sentence adds information, so a connector of addition—not contrast—is needed.
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Question 8 of 85
8. Question
1 pointsNeither the teachers nor the principal ___ satisfied with the results of the survey.
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Explanation: With “neither…nor,” the verb agrees with the closest subject (“principal”), which is singular.
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Explanation: The subject “principal” is singular, so the correct verb is “was,” not “were.”
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Question 9 of 85
9. Question
1 pointsThe committee reached its decision after hours of debate, ___ the members were finally in agreement.
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Explanation: A semicolon is appropriate to connect two closely related independent clauses.
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Explanation: Independent clauses need a semicolon or conjunction, not just a comma.
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Question 10 of 85
10. Question
1 pointsBecause of his strong leadership and clear vision, the project was not only successful ___ widely praised.
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Explanation: “But also” completes the correlative conjunction “not only…but also.”
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Explanation: The correct structure is “not only…but also,” not “not only…and.”
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Question 11 of 85
11. Question
1 pointsThe manager, along with the assistants, ___ responsible for submitting the report on time.
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Explanation: The subject “manager” is singular; “is” agrees correctly despite the plural phrase in commas.
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Explanation: The verb must agree with “manager,” not “assistants,” so “is” is correct.
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Question 12 of 85
12. Question
1 pointsThe speaker’s message was clear, concise, and ___.
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Explanation: To maintain parallel structure, the third adjective should match the other descriptive forms: “inspiring.”
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Explanation: Parallel adjectives need to have the same grammatical form.
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Question 13 of 85
13. Question
1 pointsWhile jogging through the park, the smell of freshly cut grass ___.
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Explanation: The modifier “while jogging through the park” must describe the person, not the grass. The corrected sentence is “I noticed the smell of freshly cut grass.”
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Explanation: This sentence contains a dangling modifier; it should clearly indicate who was jogging.
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Question 14 of 85
14. Question
1 pointsEach of the students ___ required to submit a final essay before graduation.
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Explanation: “Each” is singular and takes a singular verb: “is required.”
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Explanation: Even though “students” is plural, “each” makes the subject singular.
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Question 15 of 85
15. Question
1 pointsThe city’s recycling program has not only reduced waste ___ created new jobs in the community.
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Explanation: “But also” completes the correlative pair “not only…but also.”
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Explanation: The correct conjunction is “but also,” not “and” or “as well as.”
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Question 16 of 85
16. Question
1 pointsThe museum’s collection includes paintings by Monet, Van Gogh, and Picasso; ___, it attracts thousands of visitors every year.
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Explanation: The transition “therefore” correctly shows cause and effect between the two clauses.
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Explanation: The sentence shows a result, so “therefore” is the logical connector.
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Question 17 of 85
17. Question
1 pointsNeither James nor his friends ___ planning to attend the festival this weekend.
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Explanation: With “neither…nor,” the verb agrees with the subject closest to it (“friends”), which is plural.
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Explanation: The subject closest to the verb is plural, so the verb should also be plural.
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Question 18 of 85
18. Question
1 pointsThe professor explained the assignment clearly, ___ many students still had questions afterward.
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Explanation: “yet” indicates contrast between clear instructions and lingering confusion.
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Explanation: The two ideas contrast, so “yet” is the correct connector.
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Question 19 of 85
19. Question
1 pointsEach student must bring ___ own materials to the workshop.
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Explanation: The singular indefinite pronoun “each” requires a singular possessive pronoun—“his or her.”
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Explanation: “Each” is singular, so the possessive pronoun must also be singular.
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Question 20 of 85
20. Question
1 pointsRunning late for the meeting, ___ left her notes on the kitchen table.
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Explanation: The subject must be the person running late, so “Maria” correctly clarifies the modifier.
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Explanation: Avoid a dangling modifier by stating who was running late.
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Question 21 of 85
21. Question
1 pointsBecause the train was delayed, the commuters, ___, arrived late to work.
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Explanation: The phrase “as a result” correctly expresses cause and effect in this sentence.
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Explanation: The sentence shows a result; “as a result” fits better than contrastive connectors.
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Question 22 of 85
22. Question
1 pointsThe book was both entertaining ___ educational.
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Explanation: “And” completes the correlative pair “both…and.”
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Explanation: The correct structure is “both…and,” not “both…as well as.”
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Question 23 of 85
23. Question
1 pointsThe athlete, exhausted after the marathon, drank a bottle of water and lay down to rest. The underlined phrase is an example of:
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Explanation: “Exhausted after the marathon” correctly modifies “the athlete” and provides additional descriptive information.
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Explanation: The phrase is a participial phrase modifying the noun “athlete.”
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Question 24 of 85
24. Question
1 pointsThe committee members discussed the proposal thoroughly before they ___ it to the board for approval.
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Explanation: The sentence is in the past tense, so “submitted” is the correct form.
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Explanation: The context shows a completed past action, requiring “submitted.”
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Question 25 of 85
25. Question
1 pointsDuring the presentation, the speaker spoke loudly and clearly, ensuring that everyone in the room could hear. Which revision makes this sentence more concise?
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Explanation: “The speaker spoke loudly and clearly” can be shortened to “The speaker spoke clearly,” since “loudly” is redundant.
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Explanation: Concise writing avoids redundant adverbs that add no new meaning.
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Question 26 of 85
26. Question
1 pointsThe company’s profits increased steadily last year; ___, the management team decided to expand into new markets.
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Explanation: The transition “therefore” correctly expresses cause and effect between the two clauses.
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Explanation: The sentence shows a result, so “therefore” fits best among the options.
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Question 27 of 85
27. Question
1 pointsEvery student and teacher at the conference ___ required to register before entering the main hall.
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Explanation: The compound subject connected by “and” but preceded by “every” is treated as singular, so “is” is correct.
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Explanation: Even though there are two nouns, “every” makes the subject singular, requiring “is.”
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Question 28 of 85
28. Question
1 pointsThe film received positive reviews because of its powerful acting, stunning visuals, and ___.
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Explanation: The list needs a third item with the same grammatical form; “engaging story” matches the adjective-noun pattern.
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Explanation: Maintain parallel structure across all listed elements.
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Question 29 of 85
29. Question
1 pointsWalking down the street, ___ spotted an old friend from high school.
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Explanation: The subject must be the person doing the walking, so “I” properly completes the sentence.
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Explanation: Avoid dangling modifiers by clearly identifying the subject performing the action.
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Question 30 of 85
30. Question
1 pointsThe presentation was effective because it was brief, clear, and ___.
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Explanation: The sentence uses parallel structure; “organized” is an adjective matching “brief” and “clear.”
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Explanation: To maintain parallel structure, all items should be adjectives.
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Question 31 of 85
31. Question
1 pointsThe museum, which opened in 1995, ___ a wide range of modern art exhibits.
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Explanation: The present tense “displays” is correct because the museum still exhibits art now.
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Explanation: The verb should be in the simple present tense to describe an ongoing fact.
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Question 32 of 85
32. Question
1 pointsTo make the sentence most concise, which option best replaces the underlined portion?
Many experts believe that global cooperation is absolutely essential and completely necessary to address climate change.
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Explanation: “Essential” and “necessary” are redundant; the most concise form is “essential.”
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Explanation: Avoid redundancy; “essential” already means “necessary.”
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Question 33 of 85
33. Question
1 pointsNeither of the dogs ___ been trained to follow basic commands.
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Explanation: With “neither,” the subject is singular, so the correct verb form is “has.”
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Explanation: “Neither” takes a singular verb even when followed by a plural noun.
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Question 34 of 85
34. Question
1 pointsThe committee finished its report, and it submitted ___ to the board for review.
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Explanation: The pronoun “it” refers to “the report,” so “it” is correct for singular antecedent agreement.
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Explanation: Maintain pronoun clarity and number agreement with the noun “report.”
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Question 35 of 85
35. Question
1 pointsAfter completing the experiment, the results ___ analyzed by the research team.
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Explanation: The sentence requires the passive voice; “were” is correct to form “were analyzed.”
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Explanation: The verb must be in past passive form to describe completed action by the researchers.
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Question 36 of 85
36. Question
1 pointsMany students struggle with time management; however, effective planning can greatly reduce stress.
Which choice best maintains correct punctuation?Correct
Explanation: A semicolon is correctly used before a conjunctive adverb joining two independent clauses.
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Explanation: A semicolon is needed before “however” when it links two complete sentences.
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Question 37 of 85
37. Question
1 pointsThe new policy aims to reduce waste, save energy, and ___ the environment.
Which choice completes the sentence with parallel structure?Correct
Explanation: Parallel structure requires the verb “protect” to match “reduce” and “save.”
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Explanation: All verbs in a list should share the same grammatical form.
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Question 38 of 85
38. Question
1 pointsThe manager was not only skilled in organizing tasks but also ___ conflicts among employees.
Which option completes the sentence most logically and maintains parallel structure?Correct
Explanation: “Resolving” matches the gerund form “organizing,” maintaining parallelism.
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Explanation: Both verbs must be in the same grammatical form for proper parallel structure.
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Question 39 of 85
39. Question
1 pointsHaving finished the project early, ___.
Which option completes the sentence logically and avoids a dangling modifier?Correct
Explanation: The subject performing the action (“the team”) must immediately follow the modifier for clarity.
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Explanation: To fix the dangling modifier, add the doer of the action right after the opening phrase.
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Question 40 of 85
40. Question
1 pointsBy the time the guests arrived, the chef ___ preparing dinner.
Which choice best completes the sentence with correct verb tense?Correct
Explanation: The past perfect “had finished” correctly shows an action completed before another past event.
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Explanation: Past perfect tense is required to indicate the earlier completed action.
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Question 41 of 85
41. Question
1 pointsThe scientist’s report was concise, clear, and well-organized. Which revision of this sentence is most concise and maintains the same meaning?
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Explanation: The original sentence is already concise and effective; no unnecessary words are added.
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Explanation: Conciseness means expressing the same idea in as few words as possible without losing meaning.
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Question 42 of 85
42. Question
1 pointsThe committee met every week to discuss new proposals; ___, they made no final decisions until the end of the semester.
Which transition best completes the sentence?Correct
Explanation: “However” correctly contrasts frequent meetings with delayed decisions.
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Explanation: The transition should indicate contrast, not addition or cause.
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Question 43 of 85
43. Question
1 pointsEach of the students must bring ___ own calculator to the exam.
Which pronoun correctly completes the sentence?Correct
Explanation: “His or her” agrees with the singular subject “each.”
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Explanation: “Each” is singular, so it requires a singular possessive pronoun.
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Question 44 of 85
44. Question
1 pointsRunning quickly down the hall, the backpack slipped off Jake’s shoulder.
Which revision best corrects the misplaced modifier?Correct
Explanation: The subject performing the action (“Jake”) must follow the opening phrase to avoid a misplaced modifier.
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Explanation: Modifiers should be placed next to the word they modify to maintain sentence clarity.
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Question 45 of 85
45. Question
1 pointsThe museum’s new exhibit attracted thousands of visitors, ___ its creative design and interactive displays.
Which option provides the most logical transition?Correct
Explanation: “Because of” correctly expresses cause and effect between the exhibit’s features and its popularity.
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Explanation: The transition must indicate reason, not contrast or sequence.
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Question 46 of 85
46. Question
1 pointsNeither the manager nor the employees ___ willing to stay late on Friday.
Which verb correctly completes the sentence?Correct
Explanation: In “neither…nor” constructions, the verb agrees with the subject closer to it — here, “employees,” which is plural.
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Explanation: The verb must agree with the subject closest to it in “neither…nor” sentences.
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Question 47 of 85
47. Question
1 pointsThe new cafe, located on Main Street, serves delicious pastries and strong coffee.
Which revision correctly removes unnecessary commas?Correct
Explanation: The phrase “located on Main Street” is nonessential, so commas are correctly used around it.
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Explanation: Nonessential information should be set off with commas; removing them changes the sentence structure incorrectly.
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Question 48 of 85
48. Question
1 pointsThe hikers packed sandwiches, water bottles, and ___ for the long trip.
Which option completes the list in a grammatically parallel way?Correct
Explanation: Items in a list must follow the same grammatical structure. “Trail maps” matches the other nouns.
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Explanation: Parallel structure ensures each item in a list is in the same grammatical form.
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Question 49 of 85
49. Question
1 pointsAfter finishing the group project, each student submitted ___ part to the teacher.
Which pronoun correctly completes the sentence?Correct
Explanation: “His or her” correctly matches the singular subject “each student.”
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Explanation: “Each” is singular, so it needs a singular possessive pronoun.
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Question 50 of 85
50. Question
1 pointsBecause the play was canceled due to bad weather, the students decided to ___ instead.
Which choice correctly completes the sentence?Correct
Explanation: “Hold a movie night” correctly maintains logical and grammatical structure following “decided to.”
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Explanation: The verb after “decided to” must be in base form, not gerund or infinitive with “to.”
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Question 51 of 85
51. Question
1 pointsThe library will be closed on Monday; ___, it will reopen early on Tuesday morning.
Which transition best completes the sentence?Correct
Explanation: “however” correctly indicates a contrast between the two clauses and follows a semicolon appropriately.
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Explanation: A transition showing contrast fits best here, and it must correctly follow a semicolon.
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Question 52 of 85
52. Question
1 pointsMaria was excited to start her new job ___ she had already prepared all the necessary paperwork.
Which punctuation correctly completes the sentence?Correct
Explanation: A comma before “for” correctly joins two independent clauses.
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Explanation: A comma is needed before “for” when joining two independent clauses.
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Question 53 of 85
53. Question
1 pointsThe professor explained the concept clearly; ___, several students still seemed confused.
Which transition best completes the sentence?Correct
Explanation: “nevertheless” shows a contrast between the professor’s clear explanation and the students’ confusion.
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Explanation: A transition indicating contrast is needed to connect the two clauses logically.
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Question 54 of 85
54. Question
1 pointsThe tour guide told us that the ancient temple was over a thousand years old, and its stone carvings were remarkably ___.
Which word correctly completes the sentence?Correct
Explanation: “well-preserved” correctly describes the condition of the carvings.
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Explanation: The adjective “well-preserved” properly fits the context describing the carvings’ condition.
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Question 55 of 85
55. Question
1 pointsNeither of the solutions ___ to address the main problem effectively.
Which verb form correctly completes the sentence?Correct
Explanation: “appears” agrees with the singular subject “neither.”
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Explanation: “Neither” is singular, so the verb must also be singular.
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Question 56 of 85
56. Question
1 pointsTo make the essay more concise, which revision best eliminates wordiness?
Original: In my personal opinion, I think that students should be allowed to choose their own reading materials.Correct
Explanation: The phrase “In my personal opinion, I think” is redundant; “I believe” conveys the idea more concisely.
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Explanation: Wordy or repetitive expressions should be reduced to improve clarity and conciseness.
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Question 57 of 85
57. Question
1 pointsRunning quickly to catch the bus, the backpack fell off Maria’s shoulder.
Which revision corrects the misplaced modifier?Correct
Explanation: The modifier “Running quickly to catch the bus” should describe Maria, not the backpack.
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Explanation: Modifiers should be placed next to the word or phrase they logically describe.
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Question 58 of 85
58. Question
1 pointsWhich sentence uses the correct idiomatic expression?
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Explanation: The correct phrase is “interested in,” not “interested on” or “interested about.”
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Explanation: Prepositions in idiomatic expressions must match standard English usage.
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Question 59 of 85
59. Question
1 pointsThe team practiced for hours before the big game, ___ their effort paid off with a victory.
Which transition best completes the sentence?Correct
Explanation: “and” correctly connects two related ideas showing cause and effect without contrast.
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Explanation: The transition should show continuation or result, not contrast.
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Question 60 of 85
60. Question
1 pointsTo maintain a consistent tone, which revision best fits a formal essay?
Original: The results were awesome and totally unexpected.Correct
Explanation: “The results were remarkable and unexpected” maintains a formal tone appropriate for academic writing.
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Explanation: Avoid informal or slang expressions like “awesome” in formal contexts.
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Question 61 of 85
61. Question
1 pointsThe committee will review all applications next week; ___, final decisions will be announced by the end of the month.
Which transition best completes the sentence?Correct
Explanation: “therefore” correctly shows a cause-and-effect relationship between reviewing applications and announcing decisions.
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Explanation: The transition should logically connect the two clauses to show result or consequence.
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Question 62 of 85
62. Question
1 pointsBy the time the concert started, most of the audience ___ seated.
Which verb form correctly completes the sentence?Correct
Explanation: “had already been” correctly expresses a past perfect action completed before another past event.
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Explanation: The verb must indicate an action completed before the concert started.
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Question 63 of 85
63. Question
1 pointsThe museum’s new exhibit highlights the creativity, innovation, and ___ of modern architects.
Which option completes the list in a grammatically parallel way?Correct
Explanation: “vision” matches the other nouns in the list, maintaining parallel structure.
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Explanation: Items in a list must share the same grammatical form for clarity and consistency.
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Question 64 of 85
64. Question
1 pointsDespite its small size, the bookstore attracts many customers because it offers a wide selection of novels, a cozy reading area, and ___.
Which choice best completes the sentence?Correct
Explanation: “friendly service” maintains parallel structure and completes the list logically.
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Explanation: Each list item should be grammatically similar to maintain parallelism and logical flow.
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Question 65 of 85
65. Question
1 pointsWhile preparing for the presentation, the slides ___ to ensure they matched the speaker’s notes.
Which verb correctly completes the sentence?Correct
Explanation: “were reviewed” correctly uses the past passive form to indicate the slides were checked.
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Explanation: The passive past form fits because the slides were acted upon, not performing the action.
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Question 66 of 85
66. Question
1 pointsEach of the students ___ responsible for submitting their own lab report by Friday.
Which verb correctly completes the sentence?Correct
Explanation: “is” agrees with the singular subject “Each” — not “students.” Subject-verb agreement is key here.
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Explanation: The subject “Each” is singular, so it must take the singular verb “is.”
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Question 67 of 85
67. Question
1 pointsThe professor asked the class to read the article carefully and ___ a one-page summary.
Which choice maintains parallel structure with “read the article carefully”?Correct
Explanation: “write” keeps the sentence parallel by using the same base verb form as “read.”
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Explanation: The two actions must be grammatically parallel for clarity and consistency.
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Question 68 of 85
68. Question
1 pointsAlthough the forecast predicted rain, the outdoor concert continued ___ the weather conditions.
Which transition best completes the sentence logically?Correct
Explanation: “despite” correctly introduces a contrast with the predicted weather.
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Explanation: The transition must indicate contrast between the forecast and the decision to continue.
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Question 69 of 85
69. Question
1 pointsThe company implemented new safety procedures to ensure that all employees work ___.
Which word correctly completes the sentence?Correct
Explanation: “safely” is the correct adverb modifying the verb “work.”
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Explanation: Use an adverb (“safely”) to modify a verb, not an adjective (“safe”).
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Question 70 of 85
70. Question
1 pointsThe new intern was praised for her attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and ___.
Which option best completes the list in a grammatically parallel way?Correct
Explanation: “strong work ethic” maintains noun phrase parallelism with the rest of the list.
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Explanation: The final item must match the grammatical form of the previous list items.
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Question 71 of 85
71. Question
1 pointsDuring the company meeting, the manager emphasized punctuality, teamwork, and that employees should complete tasks on time.
Which revision maintains parallel structure?Correct
Explanation: “Completing tasks on time” makes all list items noun phrases, keeping the structure parallel.
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Explanation: To maintain grammatical consistency, all items in a list should follow the same form.
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Question 72 of 85
72. Question
1 pointsThe museum director, along with several staff members, ___ planning a new exhibit about ancient civilizations.
Which verb correctly completes the sentence?Correct
Explanation: The subject is “director,” which is singular, so the verb should be “is.”
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Explanation: Ignore the phrase “along with several staff members” — it doesn’t affect subject-verb agreement.
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Question 73 of 85
73. Question
1 pointsThe art students spent the afternoon painting murals on the walls, ___ the community center bright and colorful.
Which transition best completes the sentence logically?Correct
Explanation: “making” correctly connects the two ideas and maintains grammatical flow.
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Explanation: The transition must smoothly connect cause and result without breaking sentence flow.
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Question 74 of 85
74. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following sentences is most concise and free of redundancy?
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Explanation: “She collaborated with her peers on the project” expresses the idea clearly and concisely.
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Explanation: Avoid unnecessary repetition or wordiness when a simpler phrasing conveys the same idea.
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Question 75 of 85
75. Question
1 pointsThe author concludes the essay by restating the thesis and providing a summary of the main points, ___ a sense of closure to the argument.
Which option best completes the sentence?Correct
Explanation: “giving” correctly links the two ideas and maintains grammatical flow.
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Explanation: The phrase after the comma should connect smoothly to the preceding clause.
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Question 76 of 85
76. Question
1 pointsWhile researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes:
– The giant panda’s diet consists almost entirely of bamboo.
– Bamboo is low in nutrients, requiring pandas to eat for many hours each day.
– Pandas can consume up to 80 pounds of bamboo daily.The student wants to emphasize how pandas’ diet affects their daily behavior. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?
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Explanation: The correct sentence connects diet and behavior by showing pandas must eat constantly due to low-nutrient bamboo.
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Explanation: The best answer highlights the connection between diet and daily activity, not just diet details.
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Question 77 of 85
77. Question
1 pointsWhile researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes:
– Marie Curie was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize.
– She discovered the elements polonium and radium.
– Her work advanced research in radioactivity.The student wants to emphasize Curie’s lasting scientific impact. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?
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Explanation: The correct choice focuses on Curie’s discoveries and how they advanced science.
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Explanation: The best sentence connects her discoveries to their scientific influence.
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Question 78 of 85
78. Question
1 pointsWhile researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes:
– Bees play a crucial role in pollination.
– Pollination helps plants reproduce and produce fruits.
– Declines in bee populations threaten ecosystems and food supply.The student wants to emphasize why bees are essential to humans. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?
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Explanation: This option directly connects bees’ role in pollination to their importance for food and ecosystems.
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Explanation: The sentence should focus on bees’ benefit to humans, not just their behavior.
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Question 79 of 85
79. Question
1 pointsWhile researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes:
– The Eiffel Tower was built for the 1889 World’s Fair in Paris.
– It was initially criticized by some artists for its design.
– It later became a symbol of French culture and innovation.The student wants to highlight how opinions about the Eiffel Tower changed over time. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?
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Explanation: The sentence contrasts early criticism with later appreciation, showing the shift in opinion.
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Explanation: The correct answer must include both the initial criticism and the eventual admiration.
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Question 80 of 85
80. Question
1 pointsWhile researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes:
– Jane Austen’s novels often depict women navigating love and social expectations.
– Her works include Pride and Prejudice, Emma, and Sense and Sensibility.
– Austen’s novels continue to influence modern storytelling.The student wants to emphasize the lasting relevance of Austen’s work. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?
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Explanation: The sentence highlights Austen’s influence on modern stories, showing continued relevance.
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Explanation: The correct choice must focus on how Austen’s writing continues to affect readers and writers today.
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Question 81 of 85
81. Question
1 pointsWhile researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes:
– Dolphins are highly intelligent marine mammals.
– They use echolocation to navigate and hunt for prey.
– Echolocation involves sending sound waves and interpreting the returning echoes.The student wants to emphasize how dolphins locate food. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?
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Explanation: The correct answer connects dolphins’ use of echolocation directly to how they find food.
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Explanation: The best sentence focuses on the connection between echolocation and food hunting.
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Question 82 of 85
82. Question
1 pointsWhile researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes:
– Wind turbines convert kinetic energy from the wind into electrical energy.
– Wind power is renewable and produces no direct air pollution.
– It is a growing source of electricity in many countries.The student wants to highlight an environmental benefit of wind power. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?
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Explanation: The correct answer focuses on wind power’s renewable nature and its lack of air pollution.
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Explanation: The answer should emphasize the environmental advantages, not technical details or statistics.
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Question 83 of 85
83. Question
1 pointsWhile researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes:
– Honeybees communicate using a “waggle dance.”
– The dance conveys information about the direction and distance of food sources.
– Other bees follow the dance to locate nectar and pollen.The student wants to explain how honeybees share information. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?
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Explanation: The sentence clearly shows that bees use movement to communicate about food sources.
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Explanation: The correct choice must mention communication and its purpose, not just bee behavior.
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Question 84 of 85
84. Question
1 pointsWhile researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes:
– The Amazon rainforest produces about 20% of the world’s oxygen.
– It is home to millions of species of plants and animals.
– Deforestation threatens biodiversity and climate stability.The student wants to emphasize why protecting the Amazon is important. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?
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Explanation: The sentence connects the Amazon’s role in oxygen production and biodiversity to its global importance.
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Explanation: The correct option must explain why protection is crucial, not just describe what’s in the rainforest.
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Question 85 of 85
85. Question
1 pointsWhile researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes:
– The Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system in the world.
– It supports thousands of marine species.
– Rising ocean temperatures and pollution are damaging the reef.The student wants to emphasize the current threats to the Great Barrier Reef. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?
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Explanation: The correct sentence highlights both pollution and rising temperatures as major threats.
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Explanation: The sentence should focus on the dangers to the reef, not its size or location.