SAT Writing: Identifying Sentence Errors Quiz

Use "much" instead of "many" when referring to an indefinite quantity to maintain grammatical accuracy and precision. For example, "he didn't have much and could use some change."

For compound subjects connected by "and," the verb should be plural. Replace "walks" with "walk" to match the plural subjects "Terrance and Phillip," ensuring grammatical accuracy.

"Nathaniel Hawthorne" is a singular subject, so the verb should also be singular. Replace "are" with "is" to maintain subject-verb agreement and ensure grammatical accuracy in the sentence.

"Everybody" is a singular subject, so the verb should also be singular. Replace "are" with "is" to maintain subject-verb agreement and ensure grammatical correctness in the sentence. 

Substituting the adjective "quick" with the adverb "quickly" ensures grammatical correctness and precision in modifying the verb "come back." Adverbs, which modify verbs, enhance clarity and specificity in communication by providing additional details regarding the manner of the action performed.

"Alot" is not a recognized English word; it should be written as two separate words, "a lot." Correcting this error enhances the clarity and professionalism of the sentence.

Utilizing the preposition "on" instead of "in" accurately denotes location on a street. By employing the correct preposition, the sentence achieves grammatical precision and clarity, effectively conveying the desired meaning.

The possessive pronoun "her" is incorrectly used in the subject of the sentence. Replace "her" with the subjective pronoun "she" to maintain grammatical correctness and clarity. For example, "The associates and she sought to reduce the settlement..."

Use "whose" instead of "who's" to indicate possession in the context of the sentence. "Whose" is the possessive form of "who," while "who's" is a contraction of "who is" or "who has."

When comparing three or more items, the superlative form should be used. Replace "better" with "best" to accurately convey that the catchers are superior to both the runners and pitchers, enhancing the precision of the comparison.

The sentence is grammatically correct and effectively conveys the intended meaning without errors. The structure is well-constructed and maintains clarity throughout.

Maintain consistency in pronoun usage for clarity and coherence. Replace the second-person pronoun "you" with the impersonal pronoun "one" to ensure grammatical consistency throughout the sentence.

To ensure parallel structure in lists, all elements should be grammatically consistent. Change "you can have both of them" to "you can have both" to align with the preceding options, improving the coherence of the sentence.

Use the subjunctive form "were" instead of "was" to express a hypothetical situation or condition contrary to fact. By adhering to subjunctive mood conventions, the sentence effectively communicates the desired hypothetical condition, maintaining grammatical accuracy and clarity in expression.resident..."

The sentence is grammatically correct and effectively conveys the intended meaning without errors. No further revisions are necessary.

Use the correct past tense form "lay" instead of "lie" to maintain grammatical accuracy. "Lie" is an intransitive verb, and "lay" is its past tense form when used transitively. Given the transitive nature of the verb, employing "lay" accurately reflects the action performed on a direct object, thereby enhancing syntactical correctness and coherence.

The sentence is grammatically correct and effectively conveys the intended meaning without errors. No further revisions are necessary.

The pronoun "them" is plural, while "violence" is singular. Replace "them" with the singular pronoun "it" to maintain agreement and clarity in the sentence structure.