Edward R. Murrow College Of Communication Grammar/Mechanics Exam

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Edward R. Murrow College Of Communication Grammar/Mechanics Exam - Quiz

Hello. The purpose of this exam is to measure your command of English grammar and mechanics. The outcome will determine whether you will need to enroll in ComJOUR 295, one of our writing courses. This quiz will have NO effect on your grades at the university, nor your ability to complete a bachelor's degree in communication. You can still enroll in courses in our program irrespective of your performance on this exam. After you provide your name and student identification, you will be presented with a list of grammar and mechanical questions. Please select the best response. You have 30 Read moreminutes to complete this exam. Best wishes to you. -Murrow Professors and Staff

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1.

The fish __________, so we didn't buy any.
- A.
  
  Smelled badly
- B.
  
  Smells badly
- C.
  
  Smelled bad
- D.
  
  Smelling bad (D) smelling bad smelling bad
Correct Answer
C. Smelled bad

Explanation
The correct answer is "smelled bad" because the sentence is in the past tense and "smelled" is the correct past tense form of the verb "smell." The word "bad" is the correct adjective to describe the fish's odor.

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2.

The platypus is one of ____ mammals that lays eggs.
- A.
  
  To
- B.
  
  Too
- C.
  
  Two
- D.
  
  TOO
Correct Answer
C. Two

Explanation
The word "two" is the correct answer because it is used to indicate the number of mammals that lay eggs, which is specifically referring to the platypus. The other options, "to," "too," and "TOO," do not accurately convey the intended meaning of the sentence.

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3.

The word organic _______ "of or related to living things."
- A.
  
  It means
- B.
  
  Meant
- C.
  
  Is meaning
- D.
  
  Means
Correct Answer
D. Means

Explanation
The word "organic" means "of or related to living things."

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4.

In 1990, restoration began on the Sphinx, __________________________.
- A.
  
  It is an ancient Egyptian statue
- B.
  
  Because it is an ancient Egyptian statue
- C.
  
  An ancient Egyptian statue
- D.
  
  Being an ancient Egyptian statue
- E.
  
  When it was an ancient Egyptian statue
Correct Answer
C. An ancient Egyptian statue

Explanation
The correct answer is "an ancient Egyptian statue" because the sentence is describing the Sphinx, which is known to be an ancient Egyptian statue. The phrase "in 1990, restoration began on the Sphinx" provides the context for the sentence, indicating that the restoration work was done on the ancient Egyptian statue.

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5.
Has everyone _______________ essay?
- chosen a topic for his and her
- A.
  
  Chosen a topic for their
- B.
  
  Chose a topic for their
- C.
  
  Choosed a topic for their
- D.
  
  Chosen a topic for his or her
- E.
  
  Chosen a topic for his and her
Correct Answer
D. Chosen a topic for his or her

Explanation
The correct answer is "chosen a topic for his or her." This is the correct answer because it uses the appropriate verb form "chosen" to agree with the subject "everyone." Additionally, it uses the possessive pronoun "his or her" to indicate that each person has chosen a topic for their own essay.

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Edward R. Murrow College Of Communication Grammar/Mechanics Exam

The fish __________, so we didn't buy any.

The platypus is one of ____ mammals that lays eggs.

The word organic _______ "of or related to living things."

In 1990, restoration began on the Sphinx, __________________________.

Has everyone _______________ essay? chosen a topic for his and her

Has everyone _______________ essay?

chosen a topic for his and her