GEM A PART I - PRACTICE

________ talking on his cell phone during the presentation was rude and distracting. A. Him B. His C. Unsure of the correct response

B. His

Homework was being completed by the students in study hall. A. Fillers B. Passive voice used instead of active C. Structure is not parallel D. Redundancies E. Dangling or misplaced modifier

B. Passive voice used instead of active

I ate five servings of fruits and vegetables today, including: a banana, an apple, green beans, carrots, and a cup of juice. A. Commas or semicolons B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons C. Number expression D. Capitalization E. unsure of the correct response

B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons

If you follow the step by step instructions, you should be able to build the model airplane. A. Commas or semicolons B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons C. Number expression D. Capitalization E. unsure of the correct response

B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons

The timely-informational workshop helped many of us with our assignment. A. Commas or semicolons B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons C. Number expression D. Capitalization E. unsure of the correct response

B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons

When we read Susans report, we were impressed. A. Commas or semicolons B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons C. Number expression D. Capitalization E. unsure of the correct response

B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons

Would you please see me after class? A. Commas or semicolons B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons C. Number expression D. Capitalization E. unsure of the correct response

B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons

When the committee meets on Friday and Janice gives her presentation on the new guidelines regarding casual dress days. A. Faulty or vague pronoun reference B. Sentence fragment C. Comma splice D. Fused sentence E. unsure of the correct response

B. Sentence fragment

While Jim is back visiting his parents and his wife is taking a short vacation in Cabo. A. Faulty or vague pronoun reference B. Sentence fragment C. Comma splice D. Fused sentence E. unsure of the correct response

B. Sentence fragment

Attending class, taking notes during lectures, and completing homework on time ______ essential to earning good grades. A. is B. are C. unsure of the correct response

B. are

Either the counselor or the teachers _________ going to the meeting. A. is B. are C. unsure of the correct response

B. are

The _________ of the financial changes was not noticeable until the second quarter. A. affect B. effect C. unsure of the correct response

B. effect

Please put your completed application in a sealed __________. A. envelop B. envelope C. unsure of the correct response

B. envelope

James was able to sit with us at the game because his sister and ______ exchanged tickets. A. him B. he C. unsure of the correct response

B. he

Everyone taking the test was prepared except __________. A. she B. her C. unsure of the correct response

B. her

The principal sent the e-mail to the counselor and ________. A. she B. her C. unsure of the correct response

B. her

The information printed on the back cover of the book led us to _________ that the book was the first of a trilogy. A. imply B. infer C. unsure of the correct response

B. infer

A full list of names and addresses _______ needed to complete the mailing. A. are B. is C. unsure of the correct answer

B. is

The textbook and all of _________ related web support were an excellent source of information. A. it's B. its C. unsure of the correct response

B. its

Because the safe weighed over 2,000 pounds, it was a __________ fixture. A. stationery B. stationary C. unsure of the correct response

B. stationary

The printers and the new computer in the lab ________ not working properly. A. was B. were C. unsure of the correct response

B. were

George read the ________ book in one week. A. hole B. whole C. unsure of the correct response

B. whole

To _______ did you send the package? A. who B. whom C. unsure of the correct response

B. whom

All reports have to be turned in on Tuesday except _________. A. your's B. yours C. unsure of the correct answer

B. yours

Bill studied last night, he was prepared for the exam. A. Faulty or vague pronoun reference B. Sentence fragment C. Comma splice D. Fused sentence E. unsure of the correct response

C. Comma splice

We went to the beach on Saturday, we went to the mountains on Sunday. A. Faulty or vague pronoun reference B. Sentence fragment C. Comma splice D. Fused sentence E. unsure of the correct response

C. Comma splice

The firm hired a consultant to write blogs, to monitor web traffic, and respond when customers submit e-mail questions. A. Fillers B. Use of passive instead of active voice C. Lack of parallel structure D. Redundancies E. Dangling or misplaced modifier

C. Lack of parallel structure

Amy earned 50 dollars babysitting on Saturday night. A. Commas or semicolons B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons C. Number expression D. Capitalization E. unsure of the correct response

C. Number expression

At my job I answer the phone for twelve sales reps. A. Commas or semicolons B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons C. Number expression D. Capitalization E. unsure of the correct response

C. Number expression

The manager allocated 29,000 dollars to purchase new equipment. A. Commas or semicolons B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons C. Number expression D. Capitalization E. unsure of the correct response

C. Number expression

We attended the workshop at the CSULB Career Development Center held on August 30th. A. Commas or semicolons B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons C. Number expression D. Capitalization E. unsure of the correct response

C. Number expression

Writing, listening, and how to deliver presentations are all skills learned in this class. A. Fillers B. Passive voice used instead of active C. Structure is not parallel D. Redundancies E. Dangling or misplaced modifier

C. Structure is not parallel

Tom and Elaine invited everyone over to _________ house. A. there B. they're C. their D. unsure of the correct response

C. their

The true facts, supported by examples in past history, and accepted by the great majority, were presented in a perfectly clear manner. A. Fillers B. Passive voice used instead of active C. Structure is not parallel D. Redundancies E. Dangling or misplaced modifier

D. Redundancies

The Planning Committee _______ going to meet on the first Tuesday of every month. A. is B. are C. unsure of the correct response

A. is

Because it was a size too big, the sweater was ________ on Sara. A. loose B. lose C. unsure of the correct response

A. loose

When writing a business document, one of the ________ guidelines to follow is to write emphasizing reader benefit. A. principal B. principle C. unsure of the correct response

A. principal

Since time was limited the students had to finish the test _________. A. quickly B. quick C. unsure of the correct response

A. quickly

Neither the players nor the coach __________ available for comment after the game. A. was B. were C. unsure of the correct answer

A. was

If I ______ you, I would take notes during class. A. were B. was C. unsure of the correct response

A. were

Cathy wants to talk with _________ is available. A. whoever B. whomever C. unsure of the correct response

A. whoever

Even though Megan completed all of the requirements she must also complete all of the paper work. A. Commas or semicolons B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons C. Number expression D. Capitalization E. unsure of the correct response

A. Commas or semicolons

John can attend the workshop on Tuesday or he can attend the workshop on Friday. A. Commas or semicolons B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons C. Number expression D. Capitalization E. unsure of the correct response

A. Commas or semicolons

Some students were unable to attend the workshop, however, the instructor will provide additional information in class. A. Commas or semicolons B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons C. Number expression D. Capitalization E. unsure of the correct response

A. Commas or semicolons

The seminar began on Tuesday May 5, 2012 and ended on Friday May 8, 2012. A. Commas or semicolons B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons C. Number expression D. Capitalization E. unsure of the correct response

A. Commas or semicolons

Eating a balanced diet and exercising regularly are important to good health; this can also assist with weight reduction. A. Faulty or vague pronoun reference B. Sentence fragment C. Comma splice D. Fused sentence E. unsure of the correct response

A. Faulty or vague pronoun reference

Paul told Sam he needed to buy the book. A. Faulty or vague pronoun reference B. Sentence fragment C. Comma splice D. Fused sentence E. unsure of the correct response

A. Faulty or vague pronoun reference

Cory, Philip, and ________ were at the game. A. I B. myself C. me D. unsure of the correct response

A. I

Restaurant patrons received a ___________ two-for-one lunch coupon redeemable on Monday or Tuesday. A. complimentary B. complementary C. unsure of the correct response

A. complimentary

The pair of jeans Patti wants, despite being on sale, ________ $75. A. costs B. cost C. unsure of the correct answer

A. costs

Since Rudolph is so dedicated to the sport of soccer, he is at the field practicing ___________. A. every day B. everyday C. unsure of the correct response

A. every day

George could have _________ to the game on Sunday if he would have studied on Saturday. A. gone B. went C. unsure of the correct response

A. gone

Each employee will receive _____________ paycheck on Thursday. A. his or her B. their C. unsure of the correct response

A. his or her

40. At the workshop we all received a booklet titled "Writing Right is Essential." A. Commas or semicolons B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons C. Number expression D. Capitalization E. unsure of the correct response

D. Capitalization

Boeing's human resources department is located in the building off of Lakewood Blvd. and Carson Street. A. Commas or semicolons B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons C. Number expression D. Capitalization E. unsure of the correct response

D. Capitalization

In the spring Karen hopes to complete her Bachelor's degree. A. Commas or semicolons B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons C. Number expression D. Capitalization E. unsure of the correct response

D. Capitalization

Katherine bought a Kodak Digital Camera to take vacation pictures. A. Commas or semicolons B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons C. Number expression D. Capitalization E. unsure of the correct response

D. Capitalization

On his cross-country trip, the marketing manager visited Los Angeles, California, Dallas, Texas, and Orlando, Florida. A. Commas or semicolons B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons C. Number expression D. Capitalization E. unsure of the correct response

D. Capitalization

Peter wants to visit his sister who lives in the Pacific northwest. A. Commas or semicolons B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons C. Number expression D. Capitalization E. unsure of the correct response

D. Capitalization

The visitor enjoyed eating authentic mexican tacos. A. Commas or semicolons B. Punctuation other than commas or semicolons C. Number expression D. Capitalization E. unsure of the correct response

D. Capitalization

Committee members sometimes have loud debates usually agreement is reached before the end of the meeting though. A. Faulty or vague pronoun reference B. Sentence fragment C. Comma splice D. Fused sentence E. unsure of the correct response

D. Fused sentence

Daniel likes to carpool on Friday he gets home faster that way. A. Faulty or vague pronoun reference B. Sentence fragment C. Comma splice D. Fused sentence E. unsure of the correct response

D. Fused sentence

Going around the bend in the road, the peaks of the Grand Tetons came into view. A. Fillers B. Use of passive instead of active voice C. Lack of parallel structure D. Redundancies E. Dangling or misplaced modifier

E. Dangling or misplaced modifier

The doctor was successful at helping the patient with many years of experience. A. Fillers B. Passive voice used instead of active C. Structure is not parallel D. Redundancies E. Dangling or misplaced modifier

E. Dangling or misplaced modifier

There are three reports we must complete by next Friday. A. Fillers B. Passive voice used instead of active C. Structure is not parallel D. Redundancies E. Dangling or misplaced modifier

E. Dangling or misplaced modifier