Conventions Quiz Focusing On Punctuation And Capitalization

5 Questions | By Sdain | Last updated: Aug 13, 2021 | Total Attempts: 445

Conventions quiz focusing on punctuation and capitalization

Questions and Answers

1.

Which sentence is written correctly?
- A.
  
  Some ways to raise your grades are: attend Homework Club, bring your work home, or get a tutor to help you.
- B.
  
  We need to: buy eggs, milk, and cheese at the store.
- C.
  
  Please bring paper; pencils; and highlighters to class.
2.

Which sentence is written correctly?
- A.
  
  In addition be kind to others.
- B.
  
  First of all, you should never act like a bully.
- C.
  
  Finally; make new friends.
3.

Which sentence is written correctly?
- A.
  
  Cell phones should be off; during class.
- B.
  
  Turn your phone off; you shouldn’t be expecting a call during class.
- C.
  
  If your phone rings; it will be confiscated.
4.

Which sentence is written correctly?
- A.
  
  I was born on January 10, 1996 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
- B.
  
  My parents were married on October 31, 1975 in Provo, Utah.
- C.
  
  My favorite trip was on February 14, 2008, to San Diego, California.
5.

Which sentence is written correctly?
- A.
  
  Turn West to get to north Las Vegas.
- B.
  
  We live on the North side of town.
- C.
  
  We drove east for three days to get to South Virginia.

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