ENG 101 Grammar Diagnostic Assessment

The runner and biker should be pleased with __________ results from the race.

their

Annotating is a useful strategy most students believe it helps with comprehension.

Annotating is a useful strategy; most students believe it helps with comprehension.

_______ you going to revise your essay?

Aren't

Because Matt was late for class on Friday.

Because Matt was late for class on Friday, he missed the quiz.

The doctors were tired and frustrated, they had been on call at the hospital all night.

Comma Splice

Crocodiles and alligators eat a variety of fish, mammals, birds, turtles, and reptiles.

Correct

Sarah tried her best to remember everything she needed for class, but she often forgot at least one thing unless she wrote a list.

Correct

To understand how to write a paper correctly, many students go to the Learning Lab for help.

Correct

You may not attend the game on Thursday, but you can go on Saturday.

Correct

English class is often considered boring we use the tools we learn in there every day.

English class is often considered boring eventhough we use the tools we learn in there every day.

For instance, being on time for class.

For instance, being on time for class is required.

Nearly all of the people who worked in the office had the same habit most of them arrived late and left early every day.

Fused Sentence

Susan thought they family got an alarm system recently because their house was robbed she didn't blame them for trying to protect themselves.

Fused Sentence

__________ and his father went hunting every year.

He

After leaving the house, Matt realized he forgot his keys, and turned around.

Incorrect

Both crocodiles and alligators use their tails to swim, and can float in the water for hours waiting for their prey to swim by.

Incorrect

I have a headache, a sore throat and a runny nose.

Incorrect

In the morning I have to take the kids to school, wash the car, and go to the grocery store.

Incorrect

Many people are afraid of crocodiles, and do not want to be in their presence.

Incorrect

People think crocodiles and alligators are the same but, there are differences between them.

Incorrect

Sitting in these chairs is very uncomfortable, because they have no cushions.

Incorrect

Jake wanted to apply to UNCW after finishing his two year degree at CFCC, he knew a college education was very important.

Jake wanted to apply to UNCW after finishing his two year degree at CFCC. He knew a college education was very important.

My academic advisor told me it was best not to take 18 hours in one semester I wish I had listened to her.

My academic advisor told me it was best not to take 18 hours in one semester, and I wish I had listened to her.

Although some students don't like learning correct grammar, it is essential to communicating effectively.

No Change Needed

Although the quiz was difficult, the students did well.

No Change Needed

Carly has always studied very hard because she hopes to get a scholarship.

No Change Needed

Because she was late for class on Friday, she missed the quiz and was upset that she received a zero.

Sentence

The students asked if they could take the test at a later date.

Sentence

Eventhough she had to miss class last week.

Sentence Fragment

Thinking very carefully about giving the students an extension.

Sentence Fragment

To better understand how to write an essay for English class.

Sentence Fragment

Students reading their notes and preparing for the quiz.

Students are reading their notes and preparing for the quiz.

The reason was very simple, most people carry their textbooks in their book bags.

The reason was very simple; most people carry their textbooks in their book bags.

Everybody in the group _______ questions to the review session.

brings

In class last Friday, Mr. Smith ________ the practice exercise posted on the website.

discussed

She ________ for her gramar test for the past week.

has been studying

Kelly _______ her essay several times to make sure it's quality work.

has written

Anna and Molly ________ never been to the aquarium.

have

Jill told Dylan and ________ to prepare a presentation for the meeting.

him

Each of the artists expected to have __________ work praised highly.

his/her

Everyone knows that smoking can cause serious issues with __________ health.

his/her

Everyone taking the class hopes to get ________ diploma this spring.

his/her

My plan for the weekend _________ to revise and edit my essay.

is

Did I tell you what happened to him and _________ at the game last weekend?

me

The problems was between the doctor and __________.

me

The student _________ to manage her time carefully.

needs

Last week, Caroline _________ to the Learning Lab for tutoring.

went

The teacher or the students _________ the vocabulary words from the reading assignment.

write

Behind the desk _______ dictionaries for the students to use.

are

The company has a reputation for providing good benefits to ________ employees.

its