English Composition

English Composition Study Guide

1.5 Chapter One Practice Exam Correcting Misuse of Adverbs and Adjectives Each of these sentences contains an improperly used adjective or adverb. Rewrite the sentence to correct the problem. 1. Alex was more happier than John after the teacher handed back the test papers. 2. He purchased the expensivest car. 3. All the contestants deserved a truly prize. 4. The most clearest way to explain something usually uses the easierest words. 5. He shook his head in a sadly way. Correcting Misuse of Verbs Each of these sentences contains an improperly used verb. Rewrite the sentence to correct the problem. 6. Any member of this season’s team qualify for the All Star Game. 7. I am walking to the store where I bought a gallon of milk. 8. I was told that we mop the floor daily. 9. I will be buying a car which I had drove to work. 10. The company was sued by the woman who tripped in the lobby. Correcting Misuse of Pronouns Each of these sentences contains an improperly used pronoun. Rewrite the sentence to correct the problem. 11. The magazine changed it’s format based on consumer feedback. 12. The nurse gave Eric and I antibiotics to cure our colds. 13. Whom was at the door? 14. People should be cautious around animals since you never know what animals will do. 15. Nancy bought a new shirt that it will wear to the dance.

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