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7901. In each of the following question, four alternative sentences are given. Choose the correct one.
- A. Our philosophy teacher thinks that Einstein believed: that we cannot stop war by waging war.
- B. Our philosophy teacher thinks that Einstein believed that, we cannot stop war by waging war.
- C. Our philosophy teacher thinks that Einstein believed that we cannot stop war by waging war.
- D. Our philosophy teacher thinks that Einstein believed, that we cannot stop war by waging war.
Explanation: - The sentence is structured as a complex sentence with an independent clause ("Our philosophy teacher thinks") and a dependent clause (the quote from Einstein).- The phrase "that Einstein believed" is a subordinate clause introducing the quote, and it should not be set off by commas or colons.- The quote itself is a clear and concise statement of Einstein's belief.
Correct answer: Our philosophy teacher thinks that Einstein believed that we cannot stop war by waging war.7902. In each of the following question, four alternative sentences are given. Choose the correct one.
- A. A state-of-the-art printer is not that expensive.
- B. A state of the art printer is not that expensive.
- C. A state-of the art printer is not that expensive.
- D. A state-of-the art printer is not that expensive.
Explanation: - The compound adjective "state-of-the-art" is correctly hyphenated, indicating that the printer is modern and cutting-edge.- The hyphenation helps to clarify that "state-of-the-art" is a single concept describing the printer.
Correct answer: A state-of-the-art printer is not that expensive.7903. In each of the following question, four alternative sentences are given. Choose the correct one.
- A. A liberally sprinkled dose of humor was very much appreciated.
- B. A liberally-sprinkled dose of humor was very much appreciated.
- C. A liberally-sprinkled-dose of humor was very much appreciated.
- D. A liberally sprinkled dose-of-humor was very much appreciated.
Explanation: A liberally sprinkled dose of humor was very much appreciated.Here's why:- "Liberally" is an adverb modifying the verb "sprinkled", meaning that the dose of humor was sprinkled generously or abundantly.- The sentence is structured correctly and easy to read, with a clear description of the dose of humor.The other options are incorrect because they unnecessarily hyphenate the words, changing the meaning and clarity of the sentence:
Correct answer: A liberally sprinkled dose of humor was very much appreciated.7904. In each of the following question, four alternative sentences are given. Choose the correct one.
- A. Our liberal minded clergyman managed to unite the entire congregation.
- B. Our liberal-minded clergyman managed to unite the entire congregation.
- C. Our liberal-minded-clergyman managed to unite the entire congregation.
- D. Our-liberal-minded clergyman managed to u
Explanation: - The compound adjective "liberal-minded" is correctly hyphenated, indicating that the clergyman holds progressive or open-minded views.- The hyphenation helps to clarify that "liberal-minded" is a single concept describing the clergyman.
Correct answer: Our liberal-minded clergyman managed to unite the entire congregation.7905. In each of the following question, four alternative sentences are given. Choose the correct one.
- A. Our clergyman, who united the entire aspite the entire congregation.congregation, was liberal minded.
- B. Our clergyman who united the entire congregation was liberal minded.
- C. Our clergyman, who united the entire congregation, was liberal minded.
- D. Our clergyman, who united the entire congregation, was liberal-minded.
Explanation: - The phrase "who united the entire congregation" is a non-essential clause, providing additional information about the clergyman. It is correctly set off by commas before and after the clause.- The hyphen in "liberal-minded" is correct because it forms a compound adjective modifying the noun "clergyman". This indicates that the clergyman has a liberal mindset or attitude.
Correct answer: Our clergyman, who united the entire congregation, was liberal-minded.7906. In each of the following question, four alternative sentences are given. Choose the correct one.
- A. Jan asked; "What did Joe mean when he said, 'I will see you later.""
- B. Jan asked, "What did Joe mean when he said, 'I will see you later?" "
- C. Jan asked, "What did Joe mean when he said, 'I will see you later"?"
- D. Jan asked, "What did Joe mean when he said, 'I will see you later' "?
Explanation: Jan asked, "What did Joe mean when he said, 'I will see you later'?"Here's why:C) Jan asked, "What did Joe mean when he said, 'I will see you later'?"- This is the correct answer because the quotation inside the quotation (the text inside the single quotes) is a statement, not a question. Therefore, it should not have a question mark inside the single quotes.- The question mark should only be at the end of the entire sentence, which is outside the quotation marks.
Correct answer: Jan asked, "What did Joe mean when he said, 'I will see you later"?"7907. Find the error in the following sentence of punctuationIn each question in the following, four alternative sentences are given. Choose the CORRECT one and fill the circle corresponding to that letter in the answer sheet.
- A. I'm afraid the meat isnt suitable for vegetarians.
- B. I'am afraid the meat isn't suitable for vegetarians.
- C. I'm afraid the meat is'nt suitable for vegetarians.
- D. I'm afraid the meat isn't suitable for vegetarians
Explanation: This sentence is correct. "I'm" is the proper contraction of "I am," and "isn't" is the proper contraction of "is not." Both contractions are correctly formed and placed.Correct Answer: D) I'm afraid the meat isn't suitable for vegetarians.This sentence is grammatically correct and uses the appropriate contraction
Correct answer: I'm afraid the meat isn't suitable for vegetarians7908. Spot the error:I was going to go for a run today however, the stormy weather caused me to postpone my workout.
- A. Was going
- B. Today
- C. However
- D. Me to
Explanation: The word "today" is the most important part of the sentence because it specifies the planned time of the run, which is crucial to understanding the context of the postponement. However, it is essential to use a cpmma(,) after today and before however according to the punctuation rules.
Correct answer: Today7909. Spot the error:Nathan has never been known as a shy person: and he proved that again tonight by jumping on stage and singing with the band.
- A. Has never been
- B. Person
- C. By jumping
- D. Singing
Explanation: The word "person" is the most important part of the sentence because it specifies the characteristic being described, which is Nathan's personality. But the use of colon(:) instead of semicolon (;) is wrong according to punctuation rules.
Correct answer: Person7910. Spot the error:The guests will have several desserts to choose from: chocolate cake, lemon sorbet, peach pie, and flan
- A. Desserts
- B. Choose
- C. From;
- D. Sorbet
Explanation: The word "from;" is the most important part of the sentence because it indicates the source of the options, and the semicolon (;) is correctly used to separate the independent clause from the list of desserts.But the use of colon(:) instead of semicolon (;) is wrong according to punctuation rules.
Correct answer: From;