English comp 1 final study guide

Read the following sentences carefully. Choose the sentence that is correctly written. a] A person who doesn't have insurance may be reluctant to see a doctor for all but his or her most serious medical problems. b] A person who doesn't have insurance may be reluctant to see a doctor for all but their most serious medical problems. c] People who don't have insurance may be reluctant to see a doctor for all but his or her most serious medical problems.

a] A person who doesn't have insurance may be reluctant to see a doctor for all but his or her most serious medical problems.

Select the sentence that has no errors in pronoun-antecedent agreement. a] An environment devoid of trees and surface plants is vulnerable to soil erosion and the loss of its valuable topsoil. b] An environment devoid of trees and surface plants is vulnerable to soil erosion and the loss of their valuable topsoil. c] An environment devoid of trees and surface plants is vulnerble to soil erosion and the loss of it's valuable topsoil.

a] An environment devoid of trees and surface plants is vulnerable to soil erosion and the loss of its valuable topsoil.

Read the following sentences carefully. Choose the sentence that is correctly written. a] Everything Todd said was true, but I did not like the way he said it. b] Everything Todd said was true, but I did not like the way he said them. c] Everything Todd said were true, but I did not like the way he said it.

a] Everything Todd said was true, but I did not like the way he said it.

Select the group of words that contains one or more complete sentences and no fragments. a] Humans domesticated horses between 3000 and 4000 B.C.E., probably using them as a source of food. b] Humans domesticated horses between 3000 and 4000 B.C.E. Using them first as a source of food. c] Humans domesticated horses between 3000 and 4000 B.C.E.; using them first as a source of food.

a] Humans domesticated horses between 3000 and 4000 B.C.E., probably using them as a source of food.

Select the answer that is the best revision of the following sentence: I want to increase insurance coverage on the property, I am worried about storms. a] I am worried about storms; therefore, I want to increase insurance coverage on the property. b] I am worried about storms, I want to increase insurance coverage on the property. c] I want to increase insurance coverage on the property. Because I am worried about storms.

a] I am worried about storms; therefore, I want to increase insurance coverage on the property.

Select the answer that is the best revision of the following sentence: I sold the stock two days earlier, so I made more profit than him. a] I sold the stock two days earlier, so I made more profit that he did. b] Having sold the stock two days earlier, I made more profit that him. c] I made more profit that him because I sold the stock two days earlier.

a] I sold the stock two days earlier, so I made more profit that he did.

Select the answer that is the best revision of the following sentence: If a person is worried about burglaries, you should have a home security system installed. a] If a person is worried about burglaries, he or she should have a home security system installed. b] If people are worried about burglaries, you should have a home security system installed. c] If a person is worried about burglaries, you should install a home security system.

a] If a person is worried about burglaries, he or she should have a home security system installed.

Select the answer that is the best revision of the following sentence: In deciding which people to interview, they pay considerable attention to grade-point averages. a] In deciding which people to interview, companies pay considerable attention to grade-point averages. b] In deciding which people to interview, considerable attention is paid to grade-point averages by them. c] In deciding which people to interview, they look carefully at grade-point averages.

a] In deciding which people to interview, companies pay considerable attention to grade-point averages.

Select the group of words that contains one or more complete sentences and no fragments. a] Interested in lowering fuel consumption, Congress adopted another idea invented by Benjamin Franklin: daylight saving time. b] Adopted another idea invented by Benjamin Franklin: daylight saving time.

a] Interested in lowering fuel consumption, Congress adopted another idea invented by Benjamin Franklin: daylight saving time.

Read the following sentences carefully. Choose the sentence that is correctly written. a] Judith and Erin arrive at the train station at eleven o'clock. b] Judith and Erin arrives at the train station at eleven o'clock. c] Judith and Erin they arrive at the train station at eleven o'clock.

a] Judith and Erin arrive at the train station at eleven o'clock.

Read the following sentences carefully. Choose the sentence that is correctly written. a] Neither the manager nor the salespeople have received their checks. b] Neither the manager nor the salespeople has received their checks. c] Neither the manager nor the salespeople have received his or her checks.

a] Neither the manager nor the salespeople have received their checks.

Select the answer that is the best revision of the following sentence: The college offers majors in applied fields, fashion merchandising is one of its strongest programs. a] The college offers majors in applied fields. Fashion merchandising is one of its strongest programs. b] The college offers majors in applied fields fashion merchandising is one of its strongest programs. c] The college offers majors in applied fields, fashion merchandising is one of its strongest programs.

a] The college offers majors in applied fields. Fashion merchandising is one of its strongest programs.

Select the sentence that has no errors in pronoun-antecedent agreement. a] The combined forces of wind, water, and time radically reshape the landscape, especially when human action adds to their impact. b] The combined forces of wind, water, and time radically reshape the landscape, especially when human action adds to its impact. c] The combined forces of wind, water, and time radically reshape the landscape, especially when human actions add to it's impact.

a] The combined forces of wind, water, and time radically reshape the landscape, especially when human action adds to their impact.

Read the following sentences carefully. Choose the sentence that is correctly written. a] The two parties reached an out-of-court settlement, and this is a common resolution in civil suits. b] The two parties reached an out-of-court settlement, this is a common resolution in civil suits. c] The two parties reached an out-of-court settlement this is a common resolution in civil suits.

a] The two parties reached an out-of-court settlement, and this is a common resolution in civil suits.

Read the following sentences carefully. Choose the sentence that is correctly written. a] Two of the astronauts were walking on the moon, but the third remained in orbit. b] Two of the astronauts was walking on the moon, but the third remained in orbit. c] Two of the astronauts were walking on the moon, the third remained in orbit.

a] Two of the astronauts were walking on the moon, but the third remained in orbit.

Select the answer that best combines each pair of word groups into a compound sentence. John thought his chewing gum sculpture of Starletta would win her heart / she displayed the sculpture behind her garage, next to the trash can. a] ,and b] ,but c] ,so d] ,for

b] ,but

Read the following sentences carefully. Choose the sentence that is correctly written. a] A list of course offerings for spring are posted on the bulletin board. b] A list of course offerings for spring is posted on the bulletin board. c] Lists of course offerings for spring is posted on the bulletin board.

b] A list of course offerings for spring is posted on the bulletin board.

Read the following sentences carefully. Choose the sentence that is correctly written. a] Acts of courage is often overlooked because people forget. b] Acts of courage are often overlooked because people forget. c] Acts of courage overlooks often because people forget.

b] Acts of courage are often overlooked because people forget.

Read the following sentences carefully. Choose the sentence that is correctly written. a] After putting up the wallboard, James lay the hammer on the floor. b] After putting up the wallboard, James laid the hammer on the floor. c] After putting up the wallboard, James layed the hammer on the floor.

b] After putting up the wallboard, James laid the hammer on the floor.

Read the following sentences carefully. Choose the sentence that is correctly written. a] All women should have the right to do the kind of work she wants to do. b] All women should have the right to do the kind of work they want to do. c] All women should have the right to do the kinds of work she want to do.

b] All women should have the right to do the kind of work they want to do.

Select the group of words that contains one or more complete sentences and no fragments. a] Benjamin Franklin's armonica, containing 37 rotating glass bowls that produced sound when touched with a wet finger. b] Benjamin Franklin's armonica, containing 37 rotating glass bowls that produced sound when touched with a wet finger, won wide acclaim in Europe.

b] Benjamin Franklin's armonica, containing 37 rotating glass bowls that produced sound when touched with a wet finger, won wide acclaim in Europe.

Select the answer that is the best revision of the following sentence: Each employee must provide their own uniform. a] Each employee must provide their own uniforms. b] Each employee must provide his or her own uniform. c] Every employee must provide their own uniform.

b] Each employee must provide his or her own uniform.

Read the following sentences carefully. Choose the sentence that is correctly written. a] Either the dog or the cat have to go; they can't both live in this apartment. b] Either the dog or the cat has to go; they can't both live in this apartment c] Either the dog or the cats has to go; they all can't live in this apartment

b] Either the dog or the cat has to go; they can't both live in this apartment

Select the group of words that is a correct sentence. a] Flying in airplanes is often an adventure, for example, I sat next to a woman once who spent the flight talking to an imaginary parrot on her shoulder. b] Flying in airplanes is often an adventure; for example, I sat next to a woman once who spent the flight talking to an imaginary parrot on her shoulder. c] Flying in airplanes is often an adventure for example I sat next to a woman once who spent the flight talking to an imaginary parrot on her shoulder. d] airplanes is often an adventure, for example I sat next to a woman once who spent the flight talking to an imaginary parrot on her shoulder.

b] Flying in airplanes is often an adventure; for example, I sat next to a woman once who spent the flight talking to an imaginary parrot on her shoulder.

Select the answer that is the best revision of the following sentence: I will be swimming laps at noon today I will be available for a meeting after one o'clock. a] I will be swimming laps at noon today, I will be available for a meeting after one o'clock. b] I will be swimming laps at noon today, but I will be available for a meeting after one o'clock. c] I will be swimming laps at noon today nonetheless I will be available for a meeting after one o'clock.

b] I will be swimming laps at noon today, but I will be available for a meeting after one o'clock.

Read the following sentences carefully. Choose the sentence that is correctly written. a] If Andrew were not so stubborn, he would admit she is right. b] If Andrew was not so stubborn, he would admit she is right. c] If Andrew is not so stubborn, he would admit she is right.

b] If Andrew was not so stubborn, he would admit she is right.

Select the answer that is the best revision of the following sentence: Is the best solution to expand the building, to set up temporary offices in a trailer, or renting office space elsewhere? a] Is the best solution expanding the building, to set up temporary offices in a trailer, or renting office space elsewhere? b] Is the best solution to expand the building, to set up temporary offices in a trailer, or to rent office space elsewhere? c] Is the best solution: to expand the building, to set up temporary offices in a trailer, or renting office space elsewhere?

b] Is the best solution to expand the building, to set up temporary offices in a trailer, or to rent office space elsewhere?

Read the following sentences carefully. Choose the sentence that is correctly written. a] Molly called and ask Jen if she wanted a ride to the basketball game. b] Molly called and asked Jen if she wanted a ride to the basketball game. c] Molly calls and ask Jen if she wanted a ride to the basketball game.

b] Molly called and asked Jen if she wanted a ride to the basketball game.

Select the answer that is the best revision of the following sentence: Reading the owner's manual increases ones ability to spot problems before they become severe. a] Reading the owners manual increases ones ability to spot problems before they become severe. b] Reading the owner's manual increases one's ability to spot problems before they become severe. c] Reading the owner's manual will increase ones ability to spot problems before they become severe.

b] Reading the owner's manual increases one's ability to spot problems before they become severe.

Read the following sentences carefully. Choose the sentence that is correctly written. a] She was not driving very fast when the dog run in front of her car. b] She was not driving very fast when the dog ran in front of her car. c] She is not driving very fast when the dog ran in front of her car.

b] She was not driving very fast when the dog ran in front of her car.

Select the answer that is the best revision of the following sentence: Take the Plexiglas cover off the equipment and clean it. a] Take the Plexiglas cover off the equipment, then clean it. b] Take the Plexiglas cover off, and then clean the equipment. c] You should take the Plexiglas cover off the equipment and clean it.

b] Take the Plexiglas cover off, and then clean the equipment.

Select the group of words that contains one or more complete sentences and no fragments. a] Since the lightning rod was completely original and has remained largely unchanged for almost 300 years. It is certainly one of Benjamin Franklin's most brilliant inventions. b] The lightning rod is certainly one of Benjamin Franklin's most brilliant inventions since it was completely original and has remained largely unchanged for almost 300 years. c] Since the lightning rod is certainly one of Benjamin Franklin's most brilliant inventions. It was completely orginal and has remained largely unchanged for almost 300 years.

b] The lightning rod is certainly one of Benjamin Franklin's most brilliant inventions since it was completely original and has remained largely unchanged for almost 300 years.

Select the answer that is the best revision of the following sentence: The shipment arriving two days late because of the snowstorm in the Midwestern states. a] The shipment that had arrived two days late because of the snowstorm in the Midwestern states. b] The shipment was arriving two days late because of the snowstorm in the Midwestern states. c] The shipment a lready two days late because of the snowstorm in the Midwestern states.

b] The shipment was arriving two days late because of the snowstorm in the Midwestern states.

When creating a summary of an article, the student should NOT: a] Cite the author and title of the article b] Use bias to express the student's personal opinion of the article c] Use direct quotations of key words, phrases, or sentences d] Report the main ideas as objectively as possible

b] Use bias to express the student's personal opinion of the article

How should a writer balance his or her judgments while evaluating a subject? a] Base the judgments on opinion b] Use both positive and negative judgments c] Critical judgments must be negative d] None of the above

b] Use both positive and negative judgments

Writers may appeal to their readers using which three appeals? a] logical, ethical, and mathematical b] logical, ethical, and emotional c] ethical, emotional, and mathematical d] ethical, logical, and biological

b] logical, ethical, and emotional

Select the answer that best combines each pair of word groups into a compound sentence. A leader can inspire others by showing excellence / a leader can inspire others by drawing out their experience. a] , for b] , nor c] , or d] , so

c] ,or

Select the sentence that has no errors in pronoun-antecedent agreement. a] A local community that wants their citizens to conserve natural resources provides positive incentives to encourage good practices and penalties to discourage wastefulness. b] Local communities that want its citizens to conserve natural resources provides positive incentives to encourage good practices and penalties to discourage wastefulness. c] A local community that wants its citizens to conserve natural resources provides positive incentives to encourage good practices and penalties to discourage wastefulness.

c] A local community that wants its citizens to conserve natural resources provides positive incentives to encourage good practices and penalties to discourage wastefulness.

Making notes in a three-column log is an excellent strategy for evaluations. Which component is not part of the evaluation log? a] Judgment b] Evidence c] Comparison d] Criteria

c] Comparison

Select the group of words that is a correct sentence. a] Despite all the uncomfortable aspects of flying, it is still an amazingly quick and safe way to travel, thus; we should not lose sight of the wonder of air travel in criticizing its few shortcomings. b] Despite all the uncomfortable aspects of flying, it is still an amazingly quick and safe way to travel, thus, we should not lose sight of the wonder of air travel in criticizing its few shortcomings. c] Despite all the uncomfortable aspects of flying, it is still an amazingly quick and safe way to travel thus, we should not lose sight of the wonder of air travel in criticizing its few shortcomings. d] Despite all the uncomfortable aspects of flying, it is still an amazingly quick and safe way to travel; thus, we should not lose sight of the wonder of air travel in criticizing its few shortcomings.

c] Despite all the uncomfortable aspects of flying, it is still an amazingly quick and safe way to travel thus, we should not lose sight of the wonder of air travel in criticizing its few shortcomings.

When writing an interpretation of a nonfiction text, one should use which of the following kinds of evidence to support his or her interpretation? a] .Personal experience b] Textual evidence c] Evidence from related texts d] all of the above

c] Evidence from related texts

Read the following sentences carefully. Choose the sentence that is correctly written. a] If I had knew that he'd stole the money, he'd never have lain a foot inside this door. b] If I had knew that he'd stole the money, he'd never have lay a foot inside this door c] If I had known that he'd stole the money, he'd never have laid a foot inside this door

c] If I had known that he'd stole the money, he'd never have laid a foot inside this door

Select the sentence that has no errors in pronoun-antecedent agreement. a] In May 1999, climbers discovered the body of George Mallory lost on Mr. Everest since 1924, but they were not able to determine whether they had reached the summit. b] In May 1999, climbers discovered the body of George Mallory lost on Mr. Everest since 1924, but he was not able to determine whether he had reached the summit. c] In May 1999, climbers discovered the body of George Mallory lost on Mr. Everest since 1924, but they were not able to determine whether he had reached the summit.

c] In May 1999, climbers discovered the body of George Mallory lost on Mr. Everest since 1924, but they were not able to determine whether he had reached the summit.

Read the following sentences carefully. Choose the sentence that is correctly written. a] A frightening world in which so many people are so desperately poor. Isn't there anything we can do about it? b] A frightening world in which so many people are so desperately poor. Aren't there anything we can do about it? c] Isn't there anything we can do about a frightening world in which so many people are so desperately poor?

c] Isn't there anything we can do about a frightening world in which so many people are so desperately poor?

Select the answer that is the best revision of the following sentence: Just as she hit the ball, Kristen realizes the shortstop has moved toward second base. a] Just as she hit the ball Kristen realizes the shortstop has moved toward second base. b] Just as she hits the ball, Kristen realized the shortstop has moved toward second base. c] Just as she hit the ball, Kristen realized the shortstop had moved toward second base.

c] Just as she hit the ball, Kristen realized the shortstop had moved toward second base.

Read the following sentences carefully. Choose the sentence that is correctly written. a] Sometimes a teacher can help her student in a way that a parent cannot. b] Sometimes a teacher can help their student in a way that a parent cannot. c] Sometimes a teacher can help his or her student in a way that a parent cannot.

c] Sometimes a teacher can help his or her student in a way that a parent cannot.

Read the following sentences carefully. Choose the sentence that is correctly written. a] The chef sat the mixer on a high speed to beat the eggs. b] The chef sits the mixer on a high speed to beat the eggs. c] The chef set the mixer on a high speed to beat the eggs.

c] The chef set the mixer on a high speed to beat the eggs.

Read the following sentences carefully. Choose the sentence that is correctly written. a] The factory workers punch in in the morning, but they have not punched out at night. b] The factory workers punch in in the morning, but they had not punched out at night c] The factory workers punch in in the morning, but they do not have to punch out at night

c] The factory workers punch in in the morning, but they do not have to punch out at night

Select the answer that is the best revision of the following sentence: Having been grilled to perfection, the guests enjoyed the ribs and fresh vegetables. a] The guests enjoyed the ribs and fresh vegetables, having been grilled to perfection. b] Grilled to perfection, the guests enjoyed the ribs and fresh vegetables. c] The guests enjoyed the ribs and fresh vegetables that had been grilled to perfection.

c] The guests enjoyed the ribs and fresh vegetables that had been grilled to perfection.

Read the following sentences carefully. Choose the sentence that is correctly written. a] Waking up to the smell of fresh bacon frying on the woodstove in the kitchen. One of my favorite memories. b] Waking up to the smell of fresh bacon frying on the woodstove in the kitchen one of my favorite memories. c] Waking up to the smell of fresh bacon frying on the woodstove in the kitchen is one of my favorite memories.

c] Waking up to the smell of fresh bacon frying on the woodstove in the kitchen is one of my favorite memories.

Select the answer that is the best revision of the following sentence: We disagree with the commission's report. Because it contains recommendations that will increase costs without increasing efficiency. a] We disagree with the commission's report. Because the report contains recommendations that will increase costs without increasing efficiency. b] We disagree with the commission's report, it contains recommendations that will increase costs without increasing efficiency. c] We disagree with the commission's report because it contains recommendations that will increase costs without increasing efficiency.

c] We disagree with the commission's report because it contains recommendations that will increase costs without increasing efficiency.

Select the correct description to identify each type of sentence. One quality that good critical thinkers share is a willingness to question their own conclusions. a] simple (one independent clause) b] compound (two or more independent clauses) c] complex (one independent clause and one or more dependent clauses) d] compound-complex (two or more independent clauses and one or more dependent clauses)

c] complex (one independent clause and one or more dependent clauses)

Select the group of words that is a correct sentence. a] As your plane begins down the runway, you may start thinking about how heavy planes really are in addition, you may develop a sudden fondness for slower modes of transportation. b] s your plane begins down the runway, you may start thinking about how heavy planes really are, in addition, you may develop a sudden fondness for slower modes of transportation. c] s your plane begins down the runway, you may start thinking about how heavy planes really are; in addition, you may develop a sudden fondness for slower modes of transportation. d] s your plane begins down the runway, you may start thinking about how heavy planes really are in addition you may develop a sudden fondness for slower modes of transportation.

c] s your plane begins down the runway, you may start thinking about how heavy planes really are; in addition, you may develop a sudden fondness for slower modes of transportation.

Select the answer that best combines each pair of word groups into a compound sentence. Critical thinkers examine how they reach their conclusions / they uphold high standards for reason and evidence. a] , but b] , yet c] , or d] , and

d] ,and

In formal writing, which words are not acceptable? a] Colloquial b] Cliches c] Figures of speech d] All of the above

d] All of the above

Which of the following techniques must be used for writing an evaluation? a] Assessing the rhetorical situation b] Stating an overall claim about the subject c] Clarifying the criteria for the evaluation d] All of the above

d] All of the above

Select the group of words that is a correct sentence. a] During the fllight, you may experience the effects of economizing within the airlines industry, for instance you snack may consist of a single peanut and a shot glass of soda. b] During the fllight, you may experience the effects of economizing within the airlines industry, for instance; you snack may consist of a single peanut and a shot glass of soda. c] During the fllight, you may experience the effects of economizing within the airlines industry for instance you snack may consist of a single peanut and a shot glass of soda. d] During the fllight, you may experience the effects of economizing within the airlines industry; for instance, you snack may consist of a single peanut and a shot glass of soda.

d] During the fllight, you may experience the effects of economizing within the airlines industry; for instance, you snack may consist of a single peanut and a shot glass of soda.

Select the correct description to identify each type of sentence. Cell phones that have a Global Positioning System (GPS) will allow drivers to receive step-by-step instructions to get from one place to another, but GPS phones may only increase drivers' inattentiveness. a] simple b] compound c] complex d] compound-complex

d] compound-complex

Select the correct description to identify each type of sentence. Some college classes are inspiring, and other classes, which we call coma classes, are not. a] simple b] compound c] complex d] compound-complex

d] compound-complex

1.A writer can safely trust spell check and grammar check on a computer. true or false?

false

1.Chronological order is when you describe things in relation to where they are located in space. true or false?

false

1.Comparison and contrast essays show the similarities between two or more things. true or false?

false

1.In a problem/solution essay, there can only be one problem and one solution. true or false?

false

1.The date on a title page may be written as follows: December 10, 2012 true or false?

false

1.Topic sentences usually appear at the end of a paragraph. true or false?

false

1.Varied sentence structure is not necessary in formal writing as long as everything is correct. true or flase

false

A paragraph should never have more than 5 sentences true or false?

false

MLA title page set-up is as follows in this order: your name, the instructor's name, type of essay, course, and date. true or false?

false

The following group of words is a comma splice. People cannot be perfect critical thinkers all of the time, but they can work to make their thinking more rigorous and fair-minded. true or false?

false

The following group of words uses a transitional expression correctly. Some cultures have adapted remarkably well to harsh environments, hence, they have been able to thrive for centuries. true or false?

false

The following sentence contains a misplaced modifier. Unable to imagine anyone capable of learning from a computer, Ray refused to offer his course online. true or false?

false

The verb in boldface agrees with the subject. Both the local police and national guard dislikes being called to break up a riot because people act more savagely when in large groups. true or false?

false

The verb in boldface agrees with the subject. Everyone, including the concert guards, were rioting by the end of the performance. true or false?

false

The verb in boldface agrees with the subject. For many college students, the belief that jobs are waiting for them after graduation are less certain. true or false?

false

The verb in boldface agrees with the subject. Neither the bus driver nor the passengers seems to notice that we missed the turn off. true or false?

false

1.A formal essay may contain figurative language. true or false?

true

1.A formal outline allows a writer to stay focused and organized. true or false?

true

1.A good thesis is usually stated in one sentence. true or false?

true

1.A topic sentence is to a paragraph what a thesis is to an essay. true or false?

true

1.A writer must always consider his or her audience while writing true or false?

true

1.Being a good writer means paying close attention to detail in both content and mechanics. true or false?

true

1.Everything in an MLA formatted paper must be double-spaced. true or false?

true

1.Introductory clauses must be set off with commas. true or false?

true

1.Plagiarism is stealing another person's work. true or false?

true

1.Prewriting refers to "warm-up" activities a writer does before writing an essay. They include brainstorming, mapping, journaling, and free writing. true or false?

true

1.Proofreading is the part of the editing process in which you reread your paper particularly for errors. true or false?

true

1.Second person is acceptable in direct quotations. true or false?

true

1.The first letter in every first word in an outline must be upper case. true or false?

true

A compound sentence joined by a coordinate conjunction requires that a comma appear before the conjunction. true or false?

true

If statistics or facts are used in an essay, the evidence must be documented true or false?

true

The body of a paper provides support for the thesis presented in the introduction true or false?

true

The following group of words is a comma splice. A thief in Washington had to be rescued by police, he got stuck in the bank chimney while trying to break in. True or false?

true

The following group of words is a comma splice. Much of our thinking is distorted, uninformed, or even biased, the quality of our life and what we contribute to society, unfortunately, depends on the quality of our thought. true or false?

true

The following group of words is a comma splice. On March 30, a Sausalito man found an expensive handbag containing jewelry on a park bench, the contents were worth almost $1 million. True or false?

true

The following group of words uses a transitional expression correctly. Communities like the Greenland Vikings could not let go of existing cultural practices; therefore, they failed to adopt new practices that would have aided their survival. true or false?

true

The following group of words uses a transitional expression correctly. People inhabit a variety of environments worldwide; furthermore, they are less adapted than animals to live in those environments. true or false?

true

The following group of words uses a transitional expression correctly. People like familiar surroundings, even in a mobile society. Consequently, they try to recreate their familiar surroundings in the places in which they move. true or false?

true

The following sentence contains a misplaced modifier. As a newly licensed driver, road trips became a new possibility for Brittany. true or false?

true

The following sentence contains a misplaced modifier. Crunching on a juicy mouse, the girl finally found her cat in a basement corner. true or false?

true

The following sentence contains a misplaced modifier. Possessing only 64 megabytes of memory, Katherine couldn't do much with her computer. true or false?

true