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1. In the sentence 'Singing is my favorite activity,' how does 'Singing' function in terms of parts of speech?

• A. Verb
• B. Noun
• C. Adjective
• D. Pronoun

Correct answer: B

Rationale: In the sentence provided, 'Singing' is a gerund, which is a verb form ending in -ing that functions as a noun. It represents the action of singing, but in this context, it acts as the subject of the sentence. Therefore, 'Noun' is the correct answer. 'Verb' (choice A) is incorrect because while gerunds are verb forms, in this sentence, 'Singing' is not acting as a verb. 'Adjective' (choice C) is incorrect as it describes a noun, which is not the case here. 'Pronoun' (choice D) is also incorrect as 'Singing' does not replace a noun in this sentence.

2. During the Civil War, the United States, still a fairly young country, was divided into the North and South on strongly felt issues. President Abraham Lincoln took a stand on the side of the North, which ultimately emerged victorious. What is the most appropriate topic sentence for the passage below?

• A. The Civil War was a war that was not easily won, but hard fought.
• B. The Civil War ended in 1865.
• C. Jefferson Davis was the President of the Confederate States.
• D. Many countries have had civil wars.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The topic sentence sets the stage for the discussion that follows. Choice A, 'The Civil War was a war that was not easily won, but hard fought,' is the most appropriate as it introduces the theme of the challenges faced during the Civil War and the determination required for victory. Choice B, 'The Civil War ended in 1865,' is a factual statement but does not lead into the paragraph content. Choice C, 'Jefferson Davis was the President of the Confederate States,' introduces a different historical figure not central to the paragraph. Choice D, 'Many countries have had civil wars,' is a broad statement not related to the specific context of the Civil War in the United States.

3. Usually I take a walk every day after breakfast, ____________ it was raining today.

• A. While
• B. Because
• C. But
• D. When

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is 'But.' In this sentence, the conjunction 'but' is used to show a contrast between the usual routine of taking a walk after breakfast and the fact that it was raining today. 'While' suggests a concurrent action, 'Because' implies causation, and 'When' introduces a time relationship, none of which are suitable in this context.

4. Which of these examples shows incorrect use of subject-verb agreement?

• A. Neither of the cars is parked on the street.
• B. Both of my kids are going to camp this summer.
• C. Any of your friends are welcome to join us on the trip in November.
• D. Each of the clothing options is appropriate for the job interview.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The sentence 'Neither of the cars is parked on the street' is incorrect in terms of subject-verb agreement. The subject 'Neither' is singular, so the verb should also be singular, which should be 'is' instead of 'are.' The correct sentence should be 'Neither of the cars is parked on the street.' Choices B, C, and D demonstrate correct subject-verb agreement. In choice B, 'Both' is plural and agrees with the plural verb 'are.' In choice C, 'Any' is singular and agrees with the singular verb 'are.' In choice D, 'Each' is singular and agrees with the singular verb 'is.'

5. A student wants to rewrite the following sentence: Entrepreneurs use their ideas to make money. He wants to use the word money as a verb, but he isn’t sure which word ending to use. What is the appropriate suffix to add to money to complete the following sentence? Entrepreneurs __________ their ideas.

• A. –ize
• B. –ical
• C. –en
• D. –ful

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: '-ize'. When '–ize' is added to 'money', it forms the word 'monetize'. 'Monetize' means to turn something into money or profit. Therefore, the sentence should read: 'Entrepreneurs monetize their ideas,' which accurately conveys the intended meaning of using ideas to generate profit. Choice B, '–ical', is incorrect as it does not create a verb from 'money'. Choices C and D, '–en' and '–ful', are also incorrect as they do not form a verb related to 'money' in the context of the sentence.

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