Comp. Skills Practice
Would you use a dash or an ellipsis in the following sentence? "Wait, I can explain what____" Tracy tried to say, but Mark had already left the room.
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Would you use a dash or an ellipsis in the following sentence? Friday___the first day of finals___will be stressful for everyone.
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Would you use a dash or an ellipsis in the following sentence? "Um, Dad____" I trailed off, not wanting to confess that I'd hit something with the car.
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Would you use a colon or semi-colon in the following sentence? I can't pay for the tickets right now____ I don't get paid until Friday.
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Would you use a colon or semi-colon in the following sentence? The newspaper wanted to interview the following people when we won State the coach____ the team captain, and the MVP.
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Would you use a colon or semi-colon in the following sentence? There are state universities in Ames, Iowa____ Cedar Falls, Iowa____ and Iowa City, Iowa.
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Choose the option that has the correct type or function for the sentence given: I think watching the movies was a nice break before finals. a. Declarative b. Interrogative c. Exclamatory d. Imperative
A
Which of the following are a run-on or fragment and which one: A. Not wanting to appear overly ambitious. B. Learning to play a musical instrument takes a great deal of time and patience. C. All of the books on the list appealed to him, but he knew he would only have time to read two during the trip. D. This is an important presentation for anyone interested in the field.
A; Fragment
Which of the following are a run-on or fragment and which one: A. Probably two to three hours, depending on how hard the task is. B. The test seemed impossible, but I managed to make an A. C. We went shopping this past weekend. D. He wanted the blue one.
A; Fragment
Which of the following are a run-on or fragment and which one: A. When you use the conjunctions and, for, nor, but, or, for, or, yet, so. B. They promised to be there in time for the reception, but I expect they will be late. C. There were four in our group. D. Let's meet at Lucy's house, and remember to bring the soft drinks and popcorn.
A; Fragment
What does the A is STEAL stand for?
Action
Which of the following are a run-on or fragment and which one: A. He looked old; his hair and beard were gray. B. Because the only one in the room besides her was an old gentleman with a fragile hand placed on each knee, whose eyes were closed as if he were asleep or dead or meditating. C. Next to the young girl was the boy, still sleeping in the chair, and next to him was an older man, constantly watching the clock. D. I like the way Judge Smith runs the courtroom; she has no trouble keeping order.
B; Fragment
Which of the following are a run-on or fragment and which one: A. Jane watched for a moment, and then went back to work. B. The teacher, having prepared the class for their exam. C. She stood up and put on her jacket and hat. D. Mary, sitting on the edge of her chair, watched to see the champion baton twirler's fire and knife performance.
B; Fragment
Which of the following are a run-on or fragment and which one: A. His teaching position paid well; nevertheless, his graduate school tuition was a great financial strain. B. Please don't ask me to read I didn't bring my glasses. C. We sang until midnight. D. She had the correct answer.
B; Run-on
Which of the following are a run-on or fragment and which one: A. After searching through a loose-leaf binder of old homework assignments, he finally found the notes he was searching for, and he began his intense study marathon. B. The student entered the professor's office cautiously, and he wondered if the professor--especially someone so distinguished as to be the department head--could have any understanding of the stress students face. C. Then she would be calm. D. She looked at the cat again, who had been watching her, and the bird, which was chirping outside the window.
C; Fragment
Which of the following are a run-on or fragment and which one: A. Mr. Smith, along with all of his students, took his place in the auditorium. B. The girls arrived late and left early; they only intended to make a brief appearance. C. It is important to spend time studying, however, rest and recreation are also important. D.The prosecution presented its case so well that it would be a surprise for the jury to return a verdict of not guilty.
C; Run-on
Is the following a run-on or complete sentence: Bears can live more than 30 years in the wild.
Complete
Is the following a run-on or complete sentence: Generally, bears attack only when they are surprised or when protecting their young.
Complete
Choose the option that has the correct type or function for the sentence given: Go turn the lights off before we start. a. Declarative b. Interrogative c. Exclamatory d. Imperative
D
Which of the following are a run-on or fragment and which one: A. He took the elevator up to the ninth floor; he was just in time for his appointment. B. She waited a minute before dialing the phone, still wondering if she was making the right decision. C. The child's mother looked at him disapprovingly; he was wet, and his new clothes were covered in mud. D. Because there was a policy that only students of the school could check out books from the library.
D; Fragment
Which of the following are a run-on or fragment and which one: A. This position requires speaking, writing, and supervising skills. B. The conversation took place in her office, which was cluttered with papers and books. C. The activity is brisk in the living room and in the kitchen while people are searching for a place to sit. D. This is not what I requested the color is too dark, and it's the wrong size.
D; Run-on
Label if you think that the following sentence is direct or indirect. If you think it is indirect, label it with the correct method from the STEAL: Doodle was frightened of being left.
Direct
What does the E is STEAL stand for?
Effects on others
In the following sentence, what are the adjectives: The senior class is studying European history during first period.
European; first
Is the following a fragment or sentence: A mountain range across the continent.
Fragment
Is the following a fragment or sentence: Although scientists and others live in Antarctica for about a year at a time.
Fragment
Is the following a fragment or sentence: Antarctica so isolated that its snow and ice are very pure.
Fragment
Is the following a fragment or sentence: No native people on Antarctica.
Fragment
Is the following a sentence or a fragment: After you return from the store.
Fragment
Is the following a sentence or a fragment: Because education is important.
Fragment
Is the following a sentence or a fragment: Because she had gone to her friend's house late at night without asking for permission.
Fragment
Is the following a sentence or a fragment: Before the children have to go to bed.
Fragment
Is the following a sentence or a fragment: Going to Florida and to Jamaica for Spring Break.
Fragment
Is the following a sentence or a fragment: Since she was dressed in white.
Fragment
Is the following a sentence or a fragment: Since they left early in the morning.
Fragment
Is the following a sentence or a fragment: The importance of eating a healthy diet.
Fragment
Is the following a sentence or a fragment: When they arrive tomorrow.
Fragment
Is the following a sentence or a fragment: While he is planning to be in Europe for the summer.
Fragment
Is the following a sentence or a fragment: While they were gone to the grocery store.
Fragment
Is this a fragment or run-on? Before, the children have to go to bed.
Fragment
Is this a sentence or fragment? Because she had gone to her friend's house late at night without asking for permission.
Fragment
Label if you think that the following sentence is direct or indirect. If you think it is indirect, label it with the correct method from the STEAL: Villains!" I shrieked, "dissemble no more! I admit the deed! -tear up the planks! here, here! -It is the beating of his hideous heart!"
Indirect (Speech)
Label if you think that the following sentence is direct or indirect. If you think it is indirect, label it with the correct method from the STEAL: ... even when we were outside in the bright sunshine, he clung to me, crying, "Don't leave me. Don't leave me."
Indirect (Speech, action)
What does the L is STEAL stand for?
Looks
What does the T is STEAL stand for?
Thought
What are 2 questions that are answered by adjectives?
What kind? How many?
What are 3 questions that are answered by adverbs?
When? Where? How?
What are the adjectives in the following sentence? Rudy's best friend believed in him, but his older brother didn't.
best; older
In the following sentence, what are the adverbs: Listen carefully so you completely understand the directions for the test.
carefully; completely
What are the adverbs in the following sentence? The crowd cheered excitedly after McFarland was announced as the winning team.
excitedly; after
In the following sentence, what is the prepositional phrases: You can find the extra blanket in the storage box under the bed.
extra; under
In the following sentence, what are the adjectives: On a hot day, the beach can be relaxing if it isn't too crowded.
hot; relaxing; crowded
In the following sentence, what are the adverbs: My mom seemed incredibly disappointed when I reluctantly showed her my report card yesterday.
incredibly; reluctantly
In the following sentence, what are the adjectives: I can read an interesting book for several hours on a rainy Saturday.
interesting; rainy
In the following sentence, what is the prepositional phrases: I looked for my lost phone on the counter, beneath the couch cushions, and under my bed.
lost; beneath; under
In the following sentence, what are the adverbs: We heard a loud noise, so we immediately dropped what we were doing and ran downstairs to investigate.
loud; immediately
In the following sentence, what is the prepositional phrases: I found my missing assignment for science class between the seats of my car.
missing; between
In the following sentence, what are the adjectives: The new models of SUV's will use less fuel and get better gas mileage.
new; less; better
What are the adjectives in the following sentence? Jim White moved to a new town, where he found a group of talented, hard-working runners.
new; talented; hard-working
In the following sentence, what is the prepositional phrases: My dad has dreams of sailing to the Caribbean in his own boat.
own
What are the adverbs in the following sentence? The other players quickly scored a touchdown so that Rudy could get into the game sooner.
quickly; sooner
In the following sentence, what are the adverbs: I often skip breakfast on Mondays because I am usually rushing to get to school.
rushing
In the following sentence, what are the adverbs: Make sure you sign up for the ACT tomorrow, or you will be too late for the deadline.
tomorrow
In the following sentence, what is the prepositional phrases: I can't believe you finished that whole carton of ice cream during one movie.
whole; one
In the following sentence, what are the adjectives: That was the worst birthday party; there was a disgusting cake and a creepy clown.
worst; disgusting; creepy
Is the following a sentence or a fragment: They are running four miles every morning.
Sentence
Is the following a sentence or a fragment: Three of us went on the retreat.
Sentence
Is the following a sentence or a fragment: We are leaving at 3:00.
Sentence
Is this a sentence or fragment? Don't go into that room alone.
Sentence
What does the S is STEAL stand for?
Speech
Is the following a run-on or complete sentence: People should always store food and garbage properly, bears could be attracted by the smell.
Run-on
Is this a fragment or run-on? He was confused, he had written down the assignment. He couldn't remember where he put the note he had made.
Run-on
Is this a run-on or complete sentence? She found the house once, she didn't think she could find it again.
Run-on
Is this a run-on or complete sentence? here was complete silence around me I still couldn't fall asleep.
Run-on
Is the following a fragment or sentence: Antarctica has the highest average elevation of the seven continents.
Sentence
Is the following a fragment or sentence: One type of bird found on Antarctica is the penguin.
Sentence
Is the following a fragment or sentence: The continent is far away from pollution.
Sentence
Is the following a sentence or a fragment: Don't go into that room alone.
Sentence
Is the following a sentence or a fragment: I don't know when she's coming back.
Sentence
Is the following a sentence or a fragment: Mike doesn't know.
Sentence
Is the following a sentence or a fragment: She won't eat them.
Sentence
Is the following a sentence or a fragment: There is nobody to help her.
Sentence
Is the following a sentence or a fragment: They are beautiful.
Sentence
Is the following a run-on or complete sentence: Females give birth to as many as four cubs, the cubs stay with their mother two or three years.
Run-on
Is the following a run-on or complete sentence: Grizzly bears are solitary animals they do not want to interact with people.
Run-on
Is the following a run-on or complete sentence: Kodiak bears weigh as much as 1,700 pounds, they grow to a height of ten feet.
Run-on
Is the following a run-on or complete sentence: Never try to outrun a bear it can run more than 30 miles per hour.
Run-on
