Punctuate List, Series And Commas Quiz! Test

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1.  In English 11 of you are expected to _______________________.

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In English 11, students are expected to read, think, and write critically. This means that they should engage with texts by analyzing and evaluating them, using their critical thinking skills to form their own opinions and interpretations. They should also be able to express their thoughts and ideas effectively through writing. Overall, this answer emphasizes the importance of critical reading, thinking, and writing skills in the English 11 curriculum.

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Punctuate List, Series And Commas Quiz! Test - Quiz

There is a list of questions with inappropriate order of sentences and comma. You have to identify the right order and series. Correct them by choosing the right... see moreoption. This is a multiple-choice question format. Punctuate the lists and series correctly. Read the questions carefully and answer. So, let's try out the quiz. All the best!
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2. We hiked to the top of the mountain over _________________.

Explanation

The correct answer is "streams, rocks, and brush." This answer provides a clear and concise list of the obstacles encountered during the hike to the top of the mountain. It includes all three elements mentioned in the question: streams, rocks, and brush. The use of commas between each item helps to separate and distinguish them effectively.

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3.  In the Granite Man triathlon, you are expected _____________________.

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In the Granite Man triathlon, participants are expected to swim for a mile, bike for 20 miles, and run for five miles.

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4.  I am unable to comprehend ____________________.

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5. Which of these sentences uses commas correctly?

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The correct answer is "The war is finally over, and all of the troops will be coming home." This sentence uses commas correctly by placing a comma before the coordinating conjunction "and" to separate two independent clauses. The comma indicates a pause and helps to clarify the sentence structure, making it easier to read and understand.

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6. The conference was hosted by a ____________________.

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Two adjectives in a a row require a comma between them.

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7. In lacrosse you have to be able _____________________. to run catch and throw with proficiency.

Explanation

This sentence structure is grammatically correct and clear. It uses a comma after "run" and "catch" to separate the items in the list and maintains a consistent verb tense ("to be able to"). The other options have incorrect punctuation or awkward phrasing.

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8. The _____________________________.

Explanation

Two adjectives in a row=one comma: swift, muddy river. Verb phrase of three can have two commas: left its banks, ran through our basement, and transported fish into our back yard.

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9. The man's __________________________.

Explanation

The correct answer is "white, cotton shirt was cleaned and starched." This answer is correct because it uses the correct punctuation and capitalization, and it accurately describes the man's shirt as being both white and made of cotton. It also correctly states that the shirt was both cleaned and starched.

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10. The _______________ raccoon poked at the hot dog.

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Again only one comma after the first of three items is fine.

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 In English 11 of you are expected to _______________________.
We hiked to the top of the mountain over _________________.
 In the Granite Man triathlon, you are expected...
 I am unable to comprehend ____________________.
Which of these sentences uses commas correctly?
The conference was hosted by a ____________________.
In lacrosse you have to be able _____________________. to run catch...
The _____________________________.
The man's __________________________.
The _______________ raccoon poked at the hot dog.
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