Deck 13: Appendix

Question 1

Label each part of speech in Sentences with the abbreviation shown
below.
Adjective-adj.
adverb-adv.
Conjunction-conj.
Interjection-interj.
Noun-n.
preposition-prep.
Pronoun-pron.
Verb-v.
When the quail and her chicks came into the yard, the hen carefully checked the area for predators.

Answer 1

When the quail and her chicks came into the yard, the hen carefully checked the area for predators.

Question 2

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

Look this decision affects me as much as it does you.

Answer 2

The sentence will be written as follows:
• Look, this decision affects me as much as it does you.
The reason for the correction is that there is an introductory word in the sentence. The introductory term is 'look'. Whenever an introductory word is used it is imperative to use a comma.

Question 3

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

To qualify for promotion you will need recommendations from previous managers.

Answer 3

The sentence will be written as follows:
• To qualify for promotion, you will need, recommendations from previous managers.
The reason for the correction is that direct address is used. In the situation where the writer is directly addressing someone a comma is placed before and after a direct address.

Question 4

Insert any needed punctuation (including commas) in the following
sentences. Underline any expression that should be italicized. Above each mark of
punctuation, indicate the reason for the punctuation. If the sentence needs no
punctuation, leave it blank.

Dear Mr. Weatherby

Question 5

Insert any needed punctuation (including commas) in the following
sentences. Underline any expression that should be italicized. Above each mark of
punctuation, indicate the reason for the punctuation. If the sentence needs no
punctuation, leave it blank.

Can we keep this off the record

Question 6

Rewrite the following paragraphs so that all words and numbers are
expressed correctly. Do not change the wording in any sentences
As of Sept. 1 st , nearly 3 4 of our parents have attended at least one learning style orientation seminar. The School Psychologist, John Sibilsky, summarized the response of the participants and reported a favorable evaluation by ninety- six parents.

Question 7

Select the correct words in parentheses
The reason for the increase in deli foods in grocery stores is (that/because) more people are buying food prepared outside the home.

Question 8

Label each part of speech in Sentences with the abbreviation shown
below.
Adjective-adj.
adverb-adv.
Conjunction-conj.
Interjection-interj.
Noun-n.
preposition-prep.
Pronoun-pron.
Verb-v.
Alas! By the time he received her report, the decision had been made.

Question 9

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

The teacher using one of her favorite techniques prompted the student into action.

Question 10

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

To earn an award for outstanding sales is an achievable goal for Mary.

Question 11

Insert any needed punctuation (including commas) in the following
sentences. Underline any expression that should be italicized. Above each mark of
punctuation, indicate the reason for the punctuation. If the sentence needs no
punctuation, leave it blank.

Did you get the total from the sales department

Question 12

Insert any needed punctuation (including commas) in the following
sentences. Underline any expression that should be italicized. Above each mark of
punctuation, indicate the reason for the punctuation. If the sentence needs no
punctuation, leave it blank.

You will receive the materials tomorrow but stop by today to see Alberto our corporate trainer for a quick preview.

Question 13

Rewrite the following paragraphs so that all words and numbers are
expressed correctly. Do not change the wording in any sentences
The Athletes for Freedom participants sponsored 12 2- hour presentations in a 3- week period. The last stop was east St. Louis, before the long ride home.

Question 14

Select the correct words in parentheses
I use my personal (stationery/stationary), and please (try to/try and) use yours.

Question 15

Label each part of speech in Sentences with the abbreviation shown
below.
Adjective-adj.
adverb-adv.
Conjunction-conj.
Interjection-interj.
Noun-n.
preposition-prep.
Pronoun-pron.
Verb-v.
Directions Label each part of speech in Sentences with the abbreviation shown below.
I was disappointed we missed your input to the decision-making process.

Question 16

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

Subordinate bad news by using the direct plan by avoiding negative terms , and by presenting the news after the reasons are given.

Question 17

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

To earn an award for outstanding sales Mary must set intermittent goals that are attainable.

Question 18

Insert any needed punctuation (including commas) in the following
sentences. Underline any expression that should be italicized. Above each mark of
punctuation, indicate the reason for the punctuation. If the sentence needs no
punctuation, leave it blank.

Jason s boss will distribute the new guidelines for his department.

Question 19

Insert any needed punctuation (including commas) in the following
sentences. Underline any expression that should be italicized. Above each mark of
punctuation, indicate the reason for the punctuation. If the sentence needs no
punctuation, leave it blank.

Directions Insert any needed punctuation (including commas) in the following sentences. Underline any expression that should be italicized. Above each mark of punctuation, indicate the reason for the punctuation. If the sentence needs no punctuation, leave it blank.

I can do this for you either on December 5 20014 or January 13 20015.

Question 20

Rewrite the following paragraphs so that all words and numbers are
expressed correctly. Do not change the wording in any sentences
As reported on Page 2 of today's newspaper, the price of a barrel of oil has continued to climb. According to president Victoria payton, the price is 1 1 2 times higher than last year.

Question 21

Select the correct words in parentheses
Tell Henri to be (sure and/sure to) lock up before he leaves and (sit/set) the late afternoon mail on my desk.

Question 22

Label each part of speech in Sentences with the abbreviation shown
below.
Adjective-adj.
adverb-adv.
Conjunction-conj.
Interjection-interj.
Noun-n.
preposition-prep.
Pronoun-pron.
Verb-v.
Valerie Renoir, the major conference speaker, was delayed at O'Hare and did not arrive at the hall until 2 p.m

Question 23

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

My favorite destination is Atlanta Georgia.

Question 24

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

Dave was promoted in his job by working hard.

Question 25

Insert any needed punctuation (including commas) in the following
sentences. Underline any expression that should be italicized. Above each mark of
punctuation, indicate the reason for the punctuation. If the sentence needs no
punctuation, leave it blank.

Within two years time the neighborhood will double in size.

Question 26

Insert any needed punctuation (including commas) in the following
sentences. Underline any expression that should be italicized. Above each mark of
punctuation, indicate the reason for the punctuation. If the sentence needs no
punctuation, leave it blank.

This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for our employees families.

Question 27

Rewrite the following paragraphs so that all words and numbers are
expressed correctly. Do not change the wording in any sentences
This month's issue of Time magazine reports an interview with just in lake who said, "Service to our country is measured by many things, but a gift of time is one of the more significant." Our employees gave a total of two- hundred- ninety- five hours

Question 28

Select the correct words in parentheses
We have the document and will forward (it/same) to the actuary so that (you're/your) department is included in the transaction.

Question 29

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

A comma comes between two adjacent adjectives that modify the same noun but do not use a comma if the first adjective modifies the combined idea of the second adjective and the noun.

Question 30

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

The team presented a well- planned logical scenario to explain the company's status.

Question 31

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

Shayna's sister was born on June 6 1957, in Munster Indiana.

Question 32

Insert any needed punctuation (including commas) in the following
sentences. Underline any expression that should be italicized. Above each mark of
punctuation, indicate the reason for the punctuation. If the sentence needs no
punctuation, leave it blank.

Locking the door to the department was someones responsibility.

Question 33

Insert any needed punctuation (including commas) in the following
sentences. Underline any expression that should be italicized. Above each mark of
punctuation, indicate the reason for the punctuation. If the sentence needs no
punctuation, leave it blank.

Henry will see you after the meeting Mr. Perez will not be available

Question 34

Select the correct words in parentheses
I will (accept/except) your (advice/advise), but the (affect/effect) of doing so may bring (alot/a lot) of change.

Question 35

Select the correct words in parentheses
(Who's/Whose) turn is it to clean the refrigerator because it (sure/surely) needs it

Question 36

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

Stephen generated questions and I supplied responses.

Question 37

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

Evan plans to conclude his investigation and explain the results by Friday but would not promise a written report until Tuesday.

Question 38

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

Ted could paint the house himself or he could hire a professional to do the job.

Question 39

Insert any needed punctuation (including commas) in the following
sentences. Underline any expression that should be italicized. Above each mark of
punctuation, indicate the reason for the punctuation. If the sentence needs no
punctuation, leave it blank.

Fabiáns guiding the discussion was a departure from the regular procedure.

Question 40

Select the correct words or words in parentheses
(Who/Whom) is your favorite new chef Laura Buraston, who along with Frederico Fox, (are/is) a new chef in Tucson. Some of my friends (has/have) eaten at their restaurants. Laura, they say, is the (better/best) of the two.

Question 41

Select the correct words in parentheses
The seminar was (all right/alright), but (among/between) Ludwig and me, most participants were (anxious/eager) to complete the training.

Question 42

Select the correct words in parentheses
I'll follow the guidelines you (advise/advice), (except/accept) the one involving the (eminent/imminent) staff change in sales.

Question 43

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

At the request of your accountant we are summarizing all charitable deductions in a new format.

Question 44

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

We appreciate your business.

Question 45

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

I am telling you Esther that your report has been misplaced

Question 46

Insert any needed punctuation (including commas) in the following
sentences. Underline any expression that should be italicized. Above each mark of
punctuation, indicate the reason for the punctuation. If the sentence needs no
punctuation, leave it blank.

Would you please sort these responses for me

Question 47

Select the correct words or words in parentheses
Merchant Associates is presenting (its/it's/their/there) seminar in Kansas City. The associates will work with seven or eight participants in developing (their/there) portfolios. Not only Dr. Merchant but also his associates (is/are) willing to mentor faculty members. Dr. Merchant asked all participants to acknowledge the invitation with written responses to (he/him).

Question 48

Select the correct words in parentheses
The (amount/number) of political activity generated (fewer/less) interest than anticipated.

Question 49

Select the correct words in parentheses
There was wide disparity (between/among) the five candidates, but they supported (each other/one another).

Question 50

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

By asking the right questions we gained all the pertinent information we needed.

Question 51

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

Those instructors who were from southern schools were anxious to see the results of the study completed in Birmingham.

Question 52

Insert any needed punctuation (including commas) in the following
sentences. Underline any expression that should be italicized. Above each mark of
punctuation, indicate the reason for the punctuation. If the sentence needs no
punctuation, leave it blank.

Bernice tried to use the new software but she had trouble with the computer.

Question 53

Insert any needed punctuation (including commas) in the following
sentences. Underline any expression that should be italicized. Above each mark of
punctuation, indicate the reason for the punctuation. If the sentence needs no
punctuation, leave it blank.

The teacher said The samples you submitted were excellent.

Question 54

Select the correct words or words in parentheses
If I (was/ were) you, I would be (more/most) helpful with organizing the conference. You can work directly with Sandra and (me/myself ). After all, Sandra knows that it was (I/me) (who/whom) made key contacts. This opportunity is open to the type of person (who/whom) we can depend on.

Question 55

Select the correct words in parentheses
(Any one/Anyone) of the students (may/can) apply that (principal/principle) if (theirs/there's) time.

Question 56

Select the correct words in parentheses
Zhoa was excited about the new job but (eager/anxious) about the research required.

Question 57

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

Everyone please use the door in the rear of the hall.

Question 58

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

A group of teachers from Michigan attended the conference this year.

Question 59

Insert any needed punctuation (including commas) in the following
sentences. Underline any expression that should be italicized. Above each mark of
punctuation, indicate the reason for the punctuation. If the sentence needs no
punctuation, leave it blank.

Juanita Johnsons raising the expectations for promotion was hotly debated.

Question 60

Insert any needed punctuation (including commas) in the following
sentences. Underline any expression that should be italicized. Above each mark of
punctuation, indicate the reason for the punctuation. If the sentence needs no
punctuation, leave it blank.

Would you believe he misspelled the word their in his report

Question 61

Select the correct words or words in parentheses
The report on sales volume (is/are) finally on my desk. (Us/We) managers may be somewhat apprehensive about these reports, but sales results tend to predict (who/whom) can be depended upon.

Question 62

Select the correct words in parentheses
The first (sight/cite/site) for the new office (could of/could've) (complimented/complemented) the surrounding community, mainly because it is (different from/different than) the typical building.

Question 63

Select the correct words in parentheses
Be sure the (cites/sights/sites) are interesting because we want to do a (good/well) job.

Question 64

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

His bid for the congressional seat was successful this time.

Question 65

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

Our next training session will be located in Madison Wisconsin sometime in the spring.

Question 66

Insert any needed punctuation (including commas) in the following
sentences. Underline any expression that should be italicized. Above each mark of
punctuation, indicate the reason for the punctuation. If the sentence needs no
punctuation, leave it blank.

The short term goal of the department was improvement in software utilization.

Question 67

Insert any needed punctuation (including commas) in the following
sentences. Underline any expression that should be italicized. Above each mark of
punctuation, indicate the reason for the punctuation. If the sentence needs no
punctuation, leave it blank.

The article entitled Technology for Fitness should be required reading.

Question 68

Select the correct words or words in parentheses
Not only the lawyer but also the manager (was/ were) able to attend the conference on ethics. Everybody in the firm (is/are) trying to participate as a way to improve (their/his or her) performance. Each of the employees (is/are) eager to attend the next session.

Question 69

Select the correct words in parentheses
The program will succeed; (e.g./i.e.), it is positive, forward- looking, and cost effective.

Question 70

Select the correct words in parentheses
What did you (imply/infer) from her (compliment/complement)

Question 71

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

I disagree with Gabriela but do feel some change in policy is needed.

Question 72

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

The next meeting of our professional organization will be held in the winter not in the spring.

Question 73

Insert any needed punctuation (including commas) in the following
sentences. Underline any expression that should be italicized. Above each mark of
punctuation, indicate the reason for the punctuation. If the sentence needs no
punctuation, leave it blank.

It was a poorly designed office.

Question 74

Insert any needed punctuation (including commas) in the following
sentences. Underline any expression that should be italicized. Above each mark of
punctuation, indicate the reason for the punctuation. If the sentence needs no
punctuation, leave it blank.

Time magazine features a person of the year each December.

Question 75

Select the correct words or words in parentheses
There (was/ were) several students in the class (who/whom) challenged whether each of the assignments (was/ were) comparable in complexity. The professor asked (us/we) group leaders to evaluate the students' concerns.

Question 76

Select the correct words in parentheses
The group members supported (each other/one another) and were (enthused/enthusiastic) about their presentation.

Question 77

Select the correct words in parentheses
The (principle/principal) reason for (their/there/they're) success is the lawyer, (whose/who's) a specialist in international law.

Question 78

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

I feel as a matter of fact that the proposed legislation will fall short of the required votes.

Question 79

Insert any needed commas in the following sentences. Above each
comma, indicate the reason for the comma. If the sentence needs no commas,
leave it blank.

The brochure states "Satisfaction is guaranteed or your money will be freely refunded."

Question 80

Insert any needed punctuation (including commas) in the following
sentences. Underline any expression that should be italicized. Above each mark of
punctuation, indicate the reason for the punctuation. If the sentence needs no
punctuation, leave it blank.

Approximately one half of the orders came from Spokane Washington.