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Practice Quiz: Correct Underlined Errors

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Difficulty: Moderate
Grade: Grade 6
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Colorful paper art promoting Spot the Errors English trivia quiz for high school students.

Easy
Identify the error in the sentence 'There is many students in the class.' and choose the correctly revised sentence.
There is many students in the class.
There is many student in the class.
There are many student in the class.
There are many students in the class.
The subject 'students' is plural, so the verb should be 'are' instead of 'is'. Option B correctly aligns the subject with the verb, making the sentence grammatically correct.
Select the correctly punctuated version of the sentence 'After dinner we went to the movie'.
After dinner we went, to the movie.
After dinner, we went to the movie.
After, dinner we went to the movie.
After dinner, we went, to the movie.
A comma is needed after the introductory phrase 'After dinner' to separate it from the main clause. Option A properly places the comma, which improves the clarity and flow of the sentence.
Choose the corrected sentence: 'i love reading books.'
i love Reading Books.
I love reading books.
I love reading Books.
I Love Reading books.
The pronoun 'I' must always be capitalized, and proper nouns or the beginning of a sentence require capitalization. Option A correctly follows standard capitalization rules.
Correct the error in the sentence 'Its raining outside.' by selecting the correct version.
Its raining outside.
It's raining outside.
It raining outside.
Its' raining outside.
The contraction for 'it is' requires an apostrophe, making it 'it's'. Option B correctly uses the apostrophe, thereby correcting the misuse of 'its' as a possessive form.
Identify the sentence with correct subject-verb agreement: 'The dogs barks at strangers.'
The dogs barks at strangers.
The dogs bark at strangers.
The dog bark at strangers.
The dog barks at strangers.
Since 'dogs' is a plural subject, the verb should be in its base form 'bark'. Option B correctly matches the plural subject with the appropriate verb form.
Medium
Select the sentence with correct punctuation for joining two independent clauses: 'He didn't study; and he failed the test.'
He didn't study, he failed the test.
He didn't study; and he failed the test.
He didn't study, and he failed the test.
He didn't study and, he failed the test.
When two independent clauses are joined by a coordinating conjunction like 'and', a comma is required before the conjunction. Option B correctly applies this punctuation rule, resulting in a well-formed sentence.
Which sentence corrects the comma splice error in 'The movie was long, it was boring.'?
The movie was long, it was boring.
The movie was long and it was boring.
The movie was long: it was boring.
The movie was long; it was boring.
A comma splice occurs when two independent clauses are connected with just a comma. Option B remedies this error by using a semicolon, properly separating the two clauses.
Select the corrected version of the tag question: 'Its a beautiful day, is not it?'
Its a beautiful day, isn't it?
It's a beautiful day, isn't it?
Its a beautiful day, is not it?
It's a beautiful day, is not it?
The correct formation of tag questions requires proper contractions. 'It's' stands for 'it is' and 'isn't' stands for 'is not', making Option B the correctly revised sentence.
Choose the sentence that rectifies the misplaced modifier in 'Walking down the street, the rain started suddenly.'
Walking down the street, I experienced the sudden start of rain.
Walking down the street, the rain was heavy.
Walking down the street the rain started suddenly.
The rain, walking down the street, started suddenly.
The original sentence mistakenly suggests that the rain is performing the action of walking. Option A revises the sentence by introducing the proper subject ('I'), thereby eliminating the misplaced modifier.
Identify the sentence that eliminates the double negative error in 'I don't need no help.'
I need no help.
I need any help.
I don't need any help.
I don't need no help.
Double negatives can create confusion and result in nonstandard English. Option B corrects the error by replacing 'no' with 'any', which clarifies the intended meaning.
Select the correct sentence with consistent verb tenses: 'She cooked dinner and then eats dessert.'
She cooks dinner and then ate dessert.
She cooked dinner and then eat dessert.
She cooked dinner and then eats dessert.
She cooked dinner and then ate dessert.
Maintaining consistent verb tenses is crucial for clarity in writing. Option B uses the past tense consistently for both actions, making it the correct choice.
Choose the properly structured sentence regarding pronoun case: 'Between you and I, the decision was made.'
Between you and myself, the decision was made.
Between you and I, the decision was made.
Between you and mine, the decision was made.
Between you and me, the decision was made.
The object of a preposition should be in the objective case. 'Me' is correct after 'between', so Option B is the properly revised sentence.
Which sentence resolves the dangling participle in 'After reading the book, the movie was boring.'?
After reading the book, I found the movie boring.
After reading the book, the movie was boring.
After reading the book, boredom was present in the movie.
After reading the book, boredom of the movie was evident.
The original sentence mistakenly suggests that the movie did the reading. Option A clarifies the meaning by explicitly stating that the reader found the movie boring, thereby eliminating the dangling participle.
Identify the sentence that correctly punctuates a list: 'I bought apples oranges, and bananas.'
I bought, apples, oranges, and bananas.
I bought apples oranges and bananas.
I bought apples, oranges and, bananas.
I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.
When listing items, it is important to separate each element with commas, including a comma before the final conjunction. Option C correctly punctuates the list, ensuring clarity.
Which sentence corrects the run-on error in 'I finished my homework I went out to play.'?
I finished my homework, I went out to play.
I finished my homework; I went out to play.
I finished my homework I went out to play.
I finished my homework, and I went out to play.
The original sentence is a run-on because it joins two independent clauses without proper punctuation or conjunction. Option B correctly inserts a comma and the conjunction 'and' to separate the clauses.
Hard
Identify the sentence with correct parallel structure: 'She likes dancing, to sing, and reading books.'
She likes dancing, singing, and reading books.
She likes dancing, to sing, and reading books.
She likes to dance, singing, and reading books.
She likes dancing, singing, and to read books.
Parallel structure requires that items in a list have the same grammatical form. Option A uses the gerund form consistently across all items, making the sentence balanced and clear.
Which sentence correctly uses quotation marks with punctuation? Consider the sentence: He yelled, "Watch out!" as the car approached.
He yelled "Watch out!".
He yelled, "Watch out!"
He yelled, "Watch out!."
He yelled, "Watch out"!
Proper usage of quotation marks in American English places associated punctuation inside the quotes. Option B correctly positions the exclamation mark within the quotation marks, following standard conventions.
Select the sentence that clearly indicates possession: 'Janet car is very old.'
Janet car's is very old.
Janet car is very old.
Janet's car is very old.
Janets car is very old.
To denote possession, an apostrophe followed by an 's' must be added to the noun. Option B correctly transforms 'Janet' into 'Janet's', indicating that the car belongs to Janet.
Which sentence shows correct subject-verb agreement with a compound subject in a 'neither...nor' construction: 'Neither the teacher nor the students ___ ready for the exam.'?
Neither the teacher nor the students be ready for the exam.
Neither the teacher nor the students is ready for the exam.
Neither the teacher nor the students are ready for the exam.
Neither the teacher nor the students were ready for the exam.
In 'neither...nor' constructions, the verb should agree with the subject closest to it. Since 'students' is plural, the correct verb form is 'are', as shown in Option B.
Select the sentence that correctly expresses a mixed conditional by resolving the error in: 'If he had studied, he would pass the exam.'
If he had studied, he would have passed the exam.
If he studied, he would pass the exam.
If he would have studied, he would pass the exam.
If he had studied, he would pass the exam.
Mixed conditionals require the past perfect to pair with 'would have' when referring to an unreal past situation and its consequence. Option C correctly pairs 'had studied' with 'would have passed', making the sentence grammatically sound.
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Study Outcomes

  1. Analyze sentences to identify common grammar mistakes.
  2. Apply punctuation rules to correct errors effectively.
  3. Evaluate sentence structure to pinpoint underlined errors.
  4. Implement proofreading techniques to enhance clarity.
  5. Revise written content for improved accuracy and coherence.

Correct the Underlined Errors Cheat Sheet

  1. Master Comma Usage - Commas can be your best friend when listing items or breaking up clauses, but they can also trip you up with comma splices. Keep your sentences flowing by adding conjunctions or semicolons instead of just a comma between two independent thoughts. GrammarBook Comma Rules
  2. Understand Apostrophe Rules - Apostrophes show possession ("the dog's leash") and form contractions ("it's" for "it is"), so placing them correctly is a must to avoid confusion. Remember: "it's" always means "it is," while "its" denotes ownership without the apostrophe. GrammarBook Apostrophe Guide
  3. Differentiate Between "Your" and "You're" - "Your" shows something belongs to you, and "you're" contracts "you are," making them easy to mix up. To keep your writing clear, mentally expand "you're" to "you are" whenever in doubt. Good Housekeeping Punctuation Pitfalls
  4. Avoid Run‑On Sentences - A run‑on happens when two complete thoughts collide without proper punctuation or a linking word. Rescue your sentences by adding a period, semicolon, or coordinating conjunction to give readers a clear pause. MVCC Grammar Help
  5. Use Semicolons Correctly - Semicolons link closely related independent clauses without a conjunction ("I have a big test; I can't go out tonight"). They also shine in complex lists where commas alone might confuse. GrammarBook Semicolon Tips
  6. Recognize and Correct Comma Splices - A comma splice glues two full sentences together with just a comma, which can muddle your meaning. Fix it by adding "and," swapping the comma for a semicolon, or splitting into two sentences. WLU Common Grammar Errors
  7. Ensure Subject‑Verb Agreement - Your subject and verb need to match in number: "The dog barks," "The dogs bark." Mixing singular and plural forms can distract readers and weaken your message. WLU Agreement Practice
  8. Use Quotation Marks Properly - In American English, commas and periods typically live inside quotation marks ("She said, 'Hello.'"). Misplacing punctuation can change your meaning or sound unpolished. GrammarBook Quotation Rules
  9. Differentiate Between "Their," "There," and "They're" - "Their" shows possession, "there" points to a place, and "they're" contracts "they are." Mixing them up is a classic slip-up - practice each in a sentence to lock in the difference. Good Housekeeping Homophone Fixes
  10. Apply Capitalization Rules - Always capitalize the first word of a sentence, proper nouns, and titles ("She visited New York City in April"). Correct capitalization helps your writing look sharp and professional. MVCC Capitalization Guide
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