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1
Which of the following sentences correctly utilizes a semicolon to join two independent clauses?
A
The weather was inclement; because we proceeded with the hike.
B
The weather was inclement; however, we proceeded with the hike.
C
The weather was inclement; but we proceeded with the hike.
D
The weather was inclement; and we proceeded with the hike.
2
Identify the sentence that correctly employs the subjunctive mood.
A
It is essential that he be present at the board meeting.
B
It is essential that he will be present at the board meeting.
C
It is essential that he was present at the board meeting.
D
It is essential that he is present at the board meeting.
3
Select the sentence with the correct placement of a non-restrictive relative clause.
A
The professor, who is a renowned expert in linguistics, published her findings yesterday.
B
The professor who is a renowned expert in linguistics published her findings yesterday.
C
The professor who is a renowned expert in linguistics, published her findings yesterday.
D
The professor, who is a renowned expert in linguistics published her findings yesterday.
4
Which sentence effectively avoids a dangling modifier?
A
Walking to the library, I was caught in the pouring rain.
B
While walking to the library, the rain caught me.
C
Walking to the library, the rain began to pour down.
D
Upon walking to the library, the rain was pouring.
5
Choose the sentence that demonstrates correct pronoun-antecedent agreement.
A
Each of the students must submit his or her assignment by Friday.
B
Each of the students must submit their assignment by Friday.
C
Each of the students must submit our assignment by Friday.
D
Each of the students must submit its assignment by Friday.
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