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English Grammar and Punctuation Assessment Quiz

Sharpen Your Skills in Grammar and Punctuation

Difficulty: Moderate
Questions: 20
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Looking to refine your grammar quiz skills? This interactive English Grammar Assessment Quiz offers 15 questions that challenge your punctuation and grammar knowledge. Ideal for students and educators wanting targeted punctuation practice, it covers comma placement, capitalization, and more through the Grammar Capitalization and Punctuation Quiz section. Every question in our customizable editor can be freely modified to suit classroom or personal study. Explore other quizzes and start improving your writing precision today!

Which of the following sentences uses commas correctly?
I bought eggs milk and bread.
I bought eggs milk, and bread.
I bought eggs, milk and bread.
I bought eggs, milk, and bread.
The sentence correctly uses the serial comma to separate items in a list. Commas are placed after "eggs" and "milk" before the conjunction. This eliminates ambiguity between list items.
Which sentence demonstrates correct capitalization?
The winter Games start in January.
she graduated from Harvard University.
I moved to berlin last year.
I visited Paris in the summer.
The sentence correctly capitalizes the proper noun "Paris" at the start. Proper nouns should always be capitalized. Common nouns like "summer" remain lowercase.
Which sentence shows correct subject-verb agreement?
The list of items are on the desk.
The pair of shoes were new.
The data is convinced.
The group of students is arriving.
The subject "group" is singular, so it pairs with the singular verb "is." Prepositional phrases like "of students" do not affect the verb form. This ensures subject-verb agreement.
Which sentence uses an apostrophe correctly to show possession by a single cat?
The cat's toy.
The cat's toys'
The cats' toy.
The cats toy.
The apostrophe before the "s" shows that the toy belongs to one cat. Placing the apostrophe after the "s" would imply multiple cats. No apostrophe would not indicate possession.
Which of the following is punctuated correctly with quotation marks?
He said "Let's go".
He said "lets go."
He said, "lets go."
He said, "Let's go."
The sentence correctly uses a comma before the quotation and capitalizes the first word inside. The period is placed inside the quotation marks per standard punctuation rules. Contractions like "let's" also require an apostrophe.
Which sentence correctly uses a semicolon?
She loves tea; so he prefers coffee.
She loves tea; and he prefers coffee.
She loves tea,; he prefers coffee.
She loves tea; he prefers coffee.
A semicolon links two independent clauses without a conjunction. The correct sentence uses a semicolon between two related statements. It avoids a comma splice and does not include an unnecessary conjunction.
Which sentence avoids a comma splice?
I went to the store; I forgot my wallet.
I went to the store, I forgot my wallet.
I went to the store - I forgot my wallet.
I went to the store I forgot my wallet.
A semicolon correctly separates two independent clauses without a conjunction. The other options either join clauses with just a comma or omit necessary punctuation. Using a semicolon prevents a comma splice.
Which revision clarifies the ambiguous pronoun in "Bob told Jim that he was wrong"?
Bob told that Jim was wrong.
Bob told Jim that Jim was wrong.
He told Jim Bob was wrong.
Bob told Jim he was wrong.
Repeating the name "Jim" removes ambiguity about who was wrong. The original sentence leaves it unclear whether "he" refers to Bob or Jim. Explicitly naming the antecedent clarifies the reference.
Where should the comma be placed in this sentence: "After finishing his homework he watched TV."?
After finishing his homework he, watched TV.
After finishing his homework, he watched TV.
After finishing his, homework he watched TV.
After finishing his homework he watched TV.
An introductory phrase requires a comma before the main clause. Placing a comma after "homework" separates the introductory element. This comma clarifies the sentence structure.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
She and I went to the concert.
Me and her went to the concert.
I and she went to the concert.
She and me went to the concert.
When used as a subject, the pronoun "I" is correct. "She and I" properly places the first-person pronoun second in the list. Using "me" or placing it first is grammatically incorrect.
Which sentence uses capitalization correctly?
The President of the United States visited.
The president of the United States visited.
The president of The United States visited.
The President of the united States visited.
The official title "President" is capitalized before a proper name or formal title. Each major word in "United States" is also capitalized. Lowercasing "president" would make it a common noun.
Which sentence correctly uses a conjunctive adverb with punctuation?
He was tired; therefore; he went to bed.
He was tired; therefore he went to bed.
He was tired, therefore he went to bed.
He was tired; therefore, he went to bed.
A semicolon precedes the conjunctive adverb and a comma follows it. This punctuation signals the relationship between the clauses while maintaining clarity. Using two semicolons is incorrect.
Which of these sentences correctly punctuates a direct question within a larger sentence?
Did she ask "Are you coming?"
Did she ask, "Are you coming?".
Did she ask, "Are you coming?"
Did she ask, "Are you coming"?
A comma introduces the quotation and the question mark goes inside the quotation marks. No additional punctuation is needed after the closing quote. This correctly integrates a question within a sentence.
Choose the correct verb: "Neither the students nor the teacher ____ prepared for the test."
have
are
were
is
With "neither/nor," the verb agrees with the nearer subject, "teacher," which is singular. Therefore, the singular verb "is" is correct. Using a plural verb would be incorrect.
Which sentence corrects the misplaced modifier in "Running quickly, the finish line was crossed by John"?
John crossed the finish line running quickly.
Running quickly, the finish line crossed John.
The finish line, running quickly, was crossed by John.
Running quickly, John crossed the finish line.
The modifier "Running quickly" must refer to John, not the finish line. Placing John immediately after the introductory phrase corrects the misplaced modifier. This makes the sentence clear and logical.
Which sentence correctly uses commas to set off a nonessential clause?
My brother who lives, in Canada, is coming.
My brother, who lives in Canada is coming.
My brother, who lives in Canada, is coming.
My brother who lives in Canada is coming.
Nonessential clauses add extra information and should be set off by commas. The clause "who lives in Canada" is not necessary to identify the brother. The correct punctuation encloses the entire clause in commas.
Which sentence uses a colon correctly?
She needs eggs, milk, and bread: for the recipe.
She needs: eggs, milk, and bread.
She needs eggs: milk, and bread.
She needs the following ingredients: eggs, milk, and bread.
A colon should follow an independent clause when introducing a list. The phrase before the colon is a complete sentence. This structure correctly introduces the list of ingredients.
Which sentence is free of pronoun reference ambiguity?
Mary was happy when she gave her book to Susan.
When Mary gave Susan her book, she was happy.
Mary gave her book to Susan; she was happy.
Susan was happy when Mary gave her book.
The sentence makes it clear that Mary is both the giver and the one who is happy. The pronoun "she" directly follows the noun it refers to, avoiding ambiguity. Other versions leave unclear references.
Choose the correct verb: "The committee, along with its advisors, ____ meeting today."
have meeting
is meeting
are meeting
were meeting
The main subject "committee" is singular, so it takes the singular verb "is." Phrases like "along with its advisors" do not change the number of the subject. Thus, "is meeting" is correct.
Which sentence is punctuated correctly as a compound-complex sentence?
Although it was late Jane finished her work, and she went to bed.
Although it was late, Jane finished her work and, she went to bed.
Although it was late, Jane finished her work, and she went to bed.
Although it was late Jane finished her work and she went to bed.
A comma follows the introductory dependent clause "Although it was late." A comma before the conjunction "and" separates the two independent clauses. This punctuation correctly structures a compound-complex sentence.
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Learning Outcomes

  1. Analyse sentence structure and correct punctuation usage
  2. Evaluate capitalization rules in varied contexts
  3. Master comma placement and semicolon usage
  4. Identify common grammatical errors and rectify them
  5. Apply subject-verb agreement and pronoun reference rules
  6. Demonstrate proper use of apostrophes and quotation marks

Cheat Sheet

  1. Master Sentence Structure - Sentences are your writing superpowers, letting you build simple, compound, and complex structures with flair. Try crafting 'I finished my homework, and I went to bed' to see how conjunctions can smooth two thoughts into one. Grammar and Punctuation - University of Westminster
  2. Apply Capitalization Rules - Capital letters are like VIP passes; they give beginnings, names, and titles their deserved spotlight. Remember 'Dr. Smith visited New York City' and never let your letters miss their red carpet moment. English Grammar Rules | The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation
  3. Use Commas Correctly - Commas are tiny signposts guiding readers through lists, pauses, and joins to keep your prose flowing. In 'After the meeting, we went to lunch,' the comma gives breathing room before the next idea steps in. Grammar and Punctuation - The Writing Center - UW - Madison
  4. Understand Semicolon Usage - Semicolons link related independent clauses in a classy, pause-without-a-conjunction style. For example, 'I have a big test tomorrow; I can't go out tonight' shows how strong ideas can stay side by side. Grammar and Punctuation - The Writing Center - UW - Madison
  5. Identify and Correct Common Grammatical Errors - Keep an eye out for sneaky slip-ups like subject-verb mismatches and orphaned fragments. Fixing 'The team are winning' to 'The team is winning' makes your sentences rulebook-worthy. Grammar and Punctuation - The Writing Center - UW - Madison
  6. Ensure Subject-Verb Agreement - Matching subjects and verbs is like pairing dance partners; singular with singular and plural with plural keeps everything in sync. 'She runs every morning' is a solo routine, while 'They run every morning' shows the group on stage. Grammar and Punctuation - The Writing Center - UW - Madison
  7. Maintain Pronoun Consistency - Pronouns should match their antecedents in number and gender to avoid reader confusion. Instead of 'Each student must submit their assignment,' use 'Each student must submit his or her assignment' for crystal clarity. Grammar and Punctuation - The Writing Center - UW - Madison
  8. Use Apostrophes Correctly - Apostrophes are treasure markers for possession ("John's book") or clever shortcuts in contractions ("don't" for "do not"). Mastering them saves you from confusing plurals and passions. Grammar and Punctuation - The Writing Center - UW - Madison
  9. Employ Quotation Marks Properly - Quotation marks set off spoken words or quoted text, making dialogue pop. In "She said, 'I'll be there soon'", they keep readers on track without stepping on toes. Grammar and Punctuation - The Writing Center - UW - Madison
  10. Practice Proofreading - Proofreading is your final checkup to catch typos, misplaced punctuation, and awkward phrasing before hitting submit. Reading aloud can feel like having a personal editor highlight hidden mistakes. Grammar and Punctuation - The Writing Center - UW - Madison
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