Question 1

The words "although", "because", "how", and "whenever" are examples of:

Accepted Answer

A)  Coordinating conjunctions. 
B)  Adjectives. 
C)  Subordinating conjunctions. 
D)  Correlative conjunctions. 
A)  Coordinating conjunctions. 
B)  Adjectives. 
C)  Subordinating conjunctions. 
D)  Correlative conjunctions. C

Question 2

Explain the difference between an adjective and an adverb.

Accepted Answer

Students' answers will vary. An adjective is a word used to describe a noun or pronoun. An adjective answers one of the following questions: "What kind?" "How many?" "How much?" "Which one?" or "In what order?" An adjective can be a single word, a phrase, or a clause. An adverb modifies a verb, an adjective, or another adverb. An adverb answers one of the following phrases: "When?" Where?" "Why?" "In what manner?" or "To what extent?"

Question 3

What are the two major conjunction pitfalls?

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Students' answers will vary. There are two major conjunction pitfalls:
a) Choosing a conjunction that does not accurately convey the meaning intended. Common errors within this pitfall are with regard to using "but" or "and"; using "who," "which," or "that"; using "since" or "because" instead of "being that"; and using "the reason is that" or "pretend that."
b) Choosing a preposition when a conjunction is needed. Common errors within this pitfall are with regard to using "without," "except," and "unless"; or "as," "as if," "as though," and not "like."

Question 4

The italicized words in which of the following sentences correctly illustrates the use of a proper adjective?

Accepted Answer

A)  TheCEO reluctantly signed the contract from Germany. 
B)  Paul's favorite vacation spot is in Venice. 
C)  Mark and his wife are proud to beNew Yorkers. 
D)  Susan could never forget the experience she had inEgypt. 
A)  TheCEO reluctantly signed the contract from Germany. 
B)  Paul's favorite vacation spot is in Venice. 
C)  Mark and his wife are proud to beNew Yorkers. 
D)  Susan could never forget the experience she had inEgypt.

Question 5

A sentence reads "Angela could hardly never remember to check her incoming e-mail." In this sentence, "hardly never" is a double negative.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

A sentence reads "Alex believed that Mr. Phelps was the most greatest mentor in the college." In this sentence, "most greatest" correctly illustrates the superlative degree of the word "great."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

A sentence reads "The family that lives in the apartment above ours is friendly." In this sentence, "above ours" is the prepositional phrase.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

What is the significance of idiomatic usage in the English language? Mention the idiomatic expressions that are often misused.

Accepted Answer

Students' answers will vary. Through yea

Question 9

Which of the following sentences uses the adjectives "each other" and "one another" correctly?

Accepted Answer

A)  Allen and Tim are good to each other. 
B)  Helen and Ruth are always in disagreement with one another. 
C)  The four friends could not see eye-to-eye with each other. 
D)  The two sisters looked exactly like one another. 
A)  Allen and Tim are good to each other. 
B)  Helen and Ruth are always in disagreement with one another. 
C)  The four friends could not see eye-to-eye with each other. 
D)  The two sisters looked exactly like one another.

Question 10

The four coordinating conjunctions are "for," "on," "off," and "so."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which of the following sentences uses the adverbs "some" and "somewhat" correctly?

Accepted Answer

A)  Dr. Hahn was some surprised with the results of the study. 
B)  The group listed somewhat of its demands on paper. 
C)  She was somewhat critical of the architect's plan. 
D)  Mrs. Arnold felt some bad about the way she acted. 
A)  Dr. Hahn was some surprised with the results of the study. 
B)  The group listed somewhat of its demands on paper. 
C)  She was somewhat critical of the architect's plan. 
D)  Mrs. Arnold felt some bad about the way she acted.

Question 12

The word "furthermore" is an example of a(n) _____ adverb.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The word "furthermore" is an example of...

Question 13

Two or more words used together to modify one noun or pronoun form a(n) _____ adjective.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Two or more words used together to...

Question 14

Explain how parallel structure in writing can be followed with coordinating conjunctions and with correlative conjunctions. Illustrate each one with an example.

Accepted Answer

Students' answers will vary. Observing t

Question 15

Which of the following sentences uses the prepositions "of" and "off" correctly?

Accepted Answer

A)  Louisa told her dog to get off the couch immediately. 
B)  David couldn't think off another idea. 
C)  Lee and Scott were tired off their schedules. 
D)  Walker wanted to get of the steep slope but couldn't do it. 
A)  Louisa told her dog to get off the couch immediately. 
B)  David couldn't think off another idea. 
C)  Lee and Scott were tired off their schedules. 
D)  Walker wanted to get of the steep slope but couldn't do it.

Question 16

A sentence reads "The report must be finished by Monday; therefore, we must work on a Saturday." In this sentence, the word "therefore" is a:

Accepted Answer

A)  simple adverb. 
B)  conjunctive adverb. 
C)  correlative adverb. 
D)  subjunctive adverb. 
A)  simple adverb. 
B)  conjunctive adverb. 
C)  correlative adverb. 
D)  subjunctive adverb.

Question 17

A sentence reads "Even if she is qualified for the job, we cannot hire her because she is asking for too much money." In this sentence, "even if" is the coordinating conjunction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

With the help of examples, differentiate between possessive adjectives and limiting adjectives.

Accepted Answer

Students' answers will vary. Possessive

Question 19

With regard to adjectives, the comparative degree compares three or more persons or things.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

A sentence reads "Jonathan hasn't never traveled to another country." In this sentence, the phrase "hasn't never" is a(n) _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A sentence reads "Jonathan hasn't never traveled...

The words "although", "because", "how", and "whenever" are examples of:

Explain the difference between an adjective and an adverb.

What are the two major conjunction pitfalls?

The italicized words in which of the following sentences correctly illustrates the use of a proper adjective?

A sentence reads "Angela could hardly never remember to check her incoming e-mail." In this sentence, "hardly never" is a double negative.

A sentence reads "Alex believed that Mr. Phelps was the most greatest mentor in the college." In this sentence, "most greatest" correctly illustrates the superlative degree of the word "great."

A sentence reads "The family that lives in the apartment above ours is friendly." In this sentence, "above ours" is the prepositional phrase.

What is the significance of idiomatic usage in the English language? Mention the idiomatic expressions that are often misused.

Which of the following sentences uses the adjectives "each other" and "one another" correctly?

The four coordinating conjunctions are "for," "on," "off," and "so."

Which of the following sentences uses the adverbs "some" and "somewhat" correctly?

The word "furthermore" is an example of a(n) _____ adverb.

Two or more words used together to modify one noun or pronoun form a(n) _____ adjective.

Explain how parallel structure in writing can be followed with coordinating conjunctions and with correlative conjunctions. Illustrate each one with an example.

Which of the following sentences uses the prepositions "of" and "off" correctly?

A sentence reads "The report must be finished by Monday; therefore, we must work on a Saturday." In this sentence, the word "therefore" is a:

A sentence reads "Even if she is qualified for the job, we cannot hire her because she is asking for too much money." In this sentence, "even if" is the coordinating conjunction.

With the help of examples, differentiate between possessive adjectives and limiting adjectives.

With regard to adjectives, the comparative degree compares three or more persons or things.

A sentence reads "Jonathan hasn't never traveled to another country." In this sentence, the phrase "hasn't never" is a(n) _____.

Communicating in Everyday Life

Interpreting Communication

Communicating Globally

Exploring Language Elements

Mastering Nouns and Pronouns

Applying the Mechanics of Style

Sharpening Writing Skills

Writing E-Mails, Memos, and Letters

Writing Specific Communications

Preparing and Writing Reports

Working With Technology

Communicating With Customers

Developing Presentation Skills

Searching for Jobs

Interviewing and Employment Issues

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The words "although", "because", "how", and "whenever" are examples of:

Explain the difference between an adjective and an adverb.

What are the two major conjunction pitfalls?

The italicized words in which of the following sentences correctly illustrates the use of a proper adjective?

A sentence reads "Angela could hardly never remember to check her incoming e-mail." In this sentence, "hardly never" is a double negative.

A sentence reads "Alex believed that Mr. Phelps was the most greatest mentor in the college." In this sentence, "most greatest" correctly illustrates the superlative degree of the word "great."

A sentence reads "The family that lives in the apartment above ours is friendly." In this sentence, "above ours" is the prepositional phrase.

What is the significance of idiomatic usage in the English language? Mention the idiomatic expressions that are often misused.

Which of the following sentences uses the adjectives "each other" and "one another" correctly?

The four coordinating conjunctions are "for," "on," "off," and "so."

Which of the following sentences uses the adverbs "some" and "somewhat" correctly?

The word "furthermore" is an example of a(n) _____ adverb.

Two or more words used together to modify one noun or pronoun form a(n) _____ adjective.

Explain how parallel structure in writing can be followed with coordinating conjunctions and with correlative conjunctions. Illustrate each one with an example.

Which of the following sentences uses the prepositions "of" and "off" correctly?

A sentence reads "The report must be finished by Monday; therefore, we must work on a Saturday." In this sentence, the word "therefore" is a:

A sentence reads "Even if she is qualified for the job, we cannot hire her because she is asking for too much money." In this sentence, "even if" is the coordinating conjunction.

With the help of examples, differentiate between possessive adjectives and limiting adjectives.

With regard to adjectives, the comparative degree compares three or more persons or things.

A sentence reads "Jonathan hasn't never traveled to another country." In this sentence, the phrase "hasn't never" is a(n) _____.

Communicating in Everyday Life

Interpreting Communication

Communicating Globally

Exploring Language Elements

Mastering Nouns and Pronouns

Applying the Mechanics of Style

Sharpening Writing Skills

Writing E-Mails, Memos, and Letters

Writing Specific Communications

Preparing and Writing Reports

Working With Technology

Communicating With Customers

Developing Presentation Skills

Searching for Jobs

Interviewing and Employment Issues

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