Question

10 questions!

Answer 1

Question 1 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

Which of the following is an example of a sentence fragment?

He wrote a book.

It is short.

Many people like it.

Mostly the ending.

Question 2 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

Which of the following is an example of a sentence fragment?

Let’s play a video game.

Do you have this one?

Since you don’t have it.

We can play something else.

Question 3 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

To correct a run-on sentence you should place a

semicolon between the two independent clauses

semicolon between the two dependent clauses

comma between the two independent clauses

comma between the two dependent clauses

Question 4 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

A dependent clause is a group of words that

leaves a thought unfinished

can make sense on its own

makes up a sentence

uses inappropriate punctuation

Question 5 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

A sentence fragment

expresses a complete thought

fails to express a complete thought

connects two complete thoughts together

puts two incomplete thoughts together

Question 6 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

Which of the following is an example of a run-on sentence?

My computer hates me I really think it does.

If you have had computer problems, you understand.

It is not easy to learn everything about troubleshooting.

Many people spend hours trying to fix computer problems.

Question 7 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

A sentence that combines two or more complete thoughts without using proper punctuation is known as

a dependent clause

a sentence fragment

a run-on sentence

an independent clause

Question 8 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

A group of words that includes a subject and verb and makes sense on its own is a

sentence

dependent clause

fragment

comma splice

Question 9 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

Which of the following correctly uses a semicolon?

Dinner; is the most important part of my day.

After a good dinner; I like to have something sweet.

My favorite thing to eat; is dessert.

I like ice cream; it is delicious.

Question 10 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

Which of the following is an example of a run-on sentence?

The dog is in serious need of a bath.

He stinks every time he goes outside.

Please help me wash him, he’s dirty.

I’ll get the soap, and you get the tub.

Answer 2

1. mostly the ending
2. since you don't have it
3. the first one
4. leaves a thought unfinished
5. fails to express a complete thought
6. my computer hates me i really think it does
7. a run on
8. sentence
9. i like icecream....
10. help me wash him...

Answer 3

Question 1 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

What is the difference between a dependent clause and an independent clause?

A dependent clause cannot stand alone; an independent clause expresses a thought on its own.

An independent cannot stand alone; a dependent clause does stand alone.

A dependent clause is a comma splice; an independent clause is not.

An independent clause is a comma splice; a dependent clause is not.





Question 2 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

Which of the following correctly uses a semicolon?

After I bought the book; I started to read right away.

The characters were; in my opinion; very realistic.

This is the third book in the series; which I really love.

The author has written four other books; this is book five.





Question 3 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

A run-on sentence

fails to express a complete thought and lacks proper punctuation

is a dependent clause and lacks proper punctuation

combines two or more complete thoughts without proper punctuation

combines two or more dependent clauses without proper punctuation





Question 4 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

Sentence fragments should be

routinely used when writing

avoided when writing

used to express a complete thought

combined using a semicolon





Question 5 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

Which of the following is an example of a sentence fragment?

It is time for dinner.

Help me make the soup.

I want to eat.

After you wash your hands.





Question 6 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

Which of the following is an example of a run-on sentence?

The dog is in serious need of a bath.

He stinks every time he goes outside.

Please help me wash him, he’s dirty.

I’ll get the soap, and you get the tub.





Question 7 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

A comma

cannot be used to correct most run-on sentences

can be used to correct most run-on sentences

can be used to combine two independent clauses correctly

is required to combine two dependent clauses correctly





Question 8 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

A group of words that includes a subject and verb and makes sense on its own is a

sentence

dependent clause

fragment

comma splice





Question 9 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

Which of the following is an example of a run-on sentence?

Swimming is a good sport it helps build muscle.

He has been a swimmer since he was very young.

Because of this, he has grown up to be quite strong.

He will probably love swimming his entire life.





Question 10 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

Which of the following is an example of a sentence fragment?

Let’s play a video game.

Do you have this one?

Since you don’t have it.

we can play something else

Answer 4

Question 1 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

Which of the following is an example of a sentence fragment?

It is time for dinner.
Help me make the soup.
I want to eat.
After you wash your hands.
Question 2 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

A sentence that combines two or more complete thoughts without using proper punctuation is known as

a dependent clause
a sentence fragment
a run-on sentence
an independent clause
Question 3 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

A comma splice is a(n)

incorrect use of a comma to correct a run-on sentence
correct use of a comma to correct a run-on sentence
incorrect combining of two dependent clauses
way to correctly combine two dependent clauses
Question 4 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

An independent clause

contains a subject and a verb and makes sense on its own
is missing a subject but makes sense on its own
is missing a subject and cannot stand on its own
is missing either a subject or a verb and cannot stand alone
Question 5 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

Which of the following is an example of a run-on sentence?

Swimming is a good sport it helps build muscle.
He has been a swimmer since he was very young.
Because of this, he has grown up to be quite strong.
He will probably love swimming his entire life.
Question 6 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

A sentence fragment

expresses a complete thought
fails to express a complete thought
connects two complete thoughts together
puts two incomplete thoughts together
Question 7 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

An independent clause

is missing a subject
stands alone
cannot stand alone
is missing a verb
Question 8 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

Which of the following is an example of a run-on sentence?

The dog is in serious need of a bath.
He stinks every time he goes outside.
Please help me wash him, he’s dirty.
I’ll get the soap, and you get the tub.
Question 9 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

Which of the following is an example of a sentence fragment?

Let’s play a video game.
Do you have this one?
Since you don’t have it.
We can play something else.
Question 10 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

Which of the following correctly uses a semicolon?

My cat; never likes to go to sleep in her cat bed.
She stays up all night; making growling noises.
It is impossible to sleep; with her running around.
Cats can be crazy at night; the moon can set them off.
Question 11 (Essay Worth 10 points)

Choose one of the words you selected to study in this unit and provide a definition for it.





Question 12 (Essay Worth 10 points)

Choose a different word from those you selected to study in this unit and use it correctly in an original sentence. Use proper grammar and spelling. Note: You must write your own original sentence to receive points for this question.





Question 13 (Essay Worth 10 points)

Choose a different word from those you selected to study in this unit and explain where you have heard it used previously. Write the sentence you heard with the vocabulary word in it and include who used the word and when it was used. Use proper grammar and spelling.





Question 14 (Essay Worth 10 points)

Choose one of the words you selected to study in this unit that you have not previously discussed on this quiz. What does the word mean? When and how could you use this? Use proper grammar and spelling.





Question 15 (Essay Worth 10 points)

Choose one of the words you selected to study in this unit that you have not previously discussed on this quiz. Explain why you chose to study this word and how you have used it in your daily life. Use proper grammar and spelling.