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Please be prepared to send us a writing sample at the end of this test. Question*Which sentence is correct? Look for grammar and punctuation.Tina felt badly about ruining Jack’s haircut.The disinterested judge tasted five types of chili.I can’t eat pizza; beside, I don’t like that pizzeria.I brought the family altogether to celebrate my hamster’s first birthday. Question*Which sentence is grammatically correct? My two favorite things about the movie was the action and the music.Each of the dogs are wearing a red bow.Seven dollars is more than enough for a hamburger.The most important thing in my life have been my friends. Question*Which sentence is punctuated correctly?Going to college would be fun, however, I’m flunking high school.I’d like to eat lunch, however; the cafeteria smells like a barn.My teacher gave me a bad grade; however, I deserved it. Question*Which sentence is punctuated correctly?Sammy wanted to go surfing in Florida, but there was a hurricane warning.Sammy planned fun activities such as: surfing the waves, visiting with friends, and getting a tan.Sammy ignored the warning and went to Florida; which was both adventurous and unwise. Question*Which sentence is grammatically correct? I feel uncomfortable whenever someone compliments my chandelier.I’m shocked that the gaudy chandelier receives complements.Please accept this chandelier with my complements.The beveled mirror compliments the chandelier. Question*Which sentence is punctuated correctly? The police officer said: “You’re under arrest for stealing scallops”.The chef said, “I dislike cooking scallops.”The diner said, “Lets eat the scallops, and leave without paying!”The server said “Table seven ordered three dozen scallops”. Question*Which sentence is grammatically correct? My grandmother and myself get ice cream every Saturday.Me and my grandmother get ice cream every Saturday.My grandmother and I get ice cream every Saturday. Question*Which sentence is correct? Look for grammar and punctuation.That shirt was five dollar’s off!It’s raining outside, and I forgot my umbrella.This can be yours for only two, easy payments!Reggie dislikes three foods: walnuts, beans, and eating eggs. Question*Which sentence is grammatically correct?Ivy not only pet the stingray but also kissed it.Not only did Ivy pet the stingray, but she also kissed it.Ivy kissed not only the stingray but also the tortoise.All of the above. Question*Fill in the blank. I could have scored the winning goal if my coach ________ me the chance. would have gavewould givewould have givenhad given Question*Which sentence is grammatically correct? Are you the girl which named her dogs Frank and Beans?Are you the girl that named her dogs Frank and Beans?Are you the girl who named her dogs Frank and Beans? Question*Fill in the blank. High levels of sugar ________ some people headaches. have gavegivegives Question*Which sentence properly avoids gender bias?A successful teacher will carefully plan his or her lessons.A successful administrative assistant will keep her desk organized.A successful waitress will have respect for her or his customers.A successful dentist will listen to concerns his patients may have. Question*Fill in the blank. Gertrude ate a large ________ of cookies at Jaime’s party.amountplethoranumber Question*Which sentence is grammatically correct? If that stunt double were a cat, he’d have nine lives.If that stunt double was a cat, he’d have nine lives.Both sentences are correct. Question*Which sentence is punctuated correctly?Which television character famously asks, “Who loves you, baby?”?Which television character famously asks, “Who loves you, baby”?Which television character famously asks, “Who loves you, baby?” Question*Which sentence follows the rules of parallel structure?Going to college taught Alex how to interact with others, live on his own, and to make cheap meals.Did you know that dogs shouldn’t eat onions, cherries, or an avocado?While in college, Alex learned that roommates can be loud, messy, and steal your groceries.Glen loves squirrels, roller coasters, and racing. Question*Which sentence is punctuated correctly?Laura wanted either to be a marine biologist, or a nurse.I didn't mean to ignore you, I was chatting with John and didn’t hear you.Giant pandas, which live in central China, are endangered. Question*Which sentence is grammatically correct?With four pounds of cake in his stomach, the chair creaked beneath Jake.After growing nearly two stories tall, my grandfather cut down the tree.Being a licensed trainer, Millicent’s dog learned to play dead.Excited about the seasonal deals, Suzy invited Barbara to go shopping. Question*Which sentence is correct? Without the attorney’s signature, we couldn’t file the complaint.Without the attorney’s signature we couldn’t file the compliant.Without the attornies’ signatures we couldn’t file the complaint.Without the attornies signature, we couldn’t file the complaint.PhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.