CSR Quiz 2 – English

Sentence Error Identification

Direction: The sentences below contain errors in idioms, grammar, word choice, usage, etc. You are to detect such error by writing the letters of the part of the sentence where the mistake is found.

Take note of the immediate affect this drug has on the behavior of the hamster in the cage.  No error

Our’s is a critical period; we are confronted with grave problems which must be solved if we are to avert a tragedy. No error.

Although I am playing golf for more than 4 years now, I cannot manage to break a 90. No error

Neither Edgardo nor Vincent handed in their courtesy resignation arising from the anomalies in the organization. No error

Research studies in psychology indicates more emotional imbalance in women. No error.

Thunderstorms are more frequent during summer then any other time. No error.

The boy was throwing stones at the dog when it began to move toward them. No error.

My younger brother, whose leg was broken in an accident is nearly well again now. No error

Sasha bought the dress at a shop at the end of the street. No error

The auditor was not entirely satisfied with the figures he submitted to his client. No error

Mario’s project was the more inventive among all the projects in the hall. No error.

The number of comments are going to make the celebrity worry about his reputation. No error.

Lizel’s professor said that he can release her final grade unless she completes the requirements. No error.

My grandmother, Melissa, related her experiences during the Japanese occupation and they’re horrifying deeds. No error.

During summer, the family go for a swim in San Juan, No error.

The sun rises always in the east and sets in the west. No error.

Janice needs to buy a little things in the supermarket. No error.

I wasn’t sure about the price of a storage box, so Louise check the price. No error.

Dave has many text books, but he reads them all during vacation. No error.    

Raymark had finished eating the meal after Rachelle had arrived at the restaurant. No error.

Alvin had been praying for his break for seven years. No error.

By the time Sharlyn arrives, the whole batch had finished the exam. No error.

That gruesome issue had been lain to rest by the subordinates before the supervisor returned  from his vacation. No error.

Karen was the more artistic of the triplets. No error.

The least you cannot do is to avoid ditching your classes. No error.

My thanksgiving celebration will be held in September 26. No error.

Bianca’s friends from the province called to tell me that they can be able to make it tomorrow night. No error.

You should make sure that you shade those circles properly or one is surely going to fail. No error.

Might I ask for a proof of your attendance in the three- day seminar? No error.

Kenneth, together with his friends, are going to watch the play entitled ‘Pinilakang Tabing’ this Friday. No error.

Paul resides in 5 Joshua St., Better Homes Subdivision, Ermita, Manila. No error.

Directions: In each of the following sentences, part of the sentence or the entire sentence is underlined. Beneath each sentence you will find five versions of the underlined part. Answer (A) repeats the original; the other four are different.

Choose the answer that best expresses the meaning of the original sentence. If you think the original is better than any of the alternatives, choose (A); otherwise choose one of the others. Your choice should provide the most effective sentence—one that is clear and precise, without awkwardness or ambiguity.

More important than winning is developing the ability to work with others and developing leadership skills.

There is a number of solutions to the problem of global warming that have not been considered by this committee.

The controversial themes, which resonate with recent political events, explain why the book is selling at such a feverish pace.

Despite having an engaging personality and an outstanding education, Greg’s search for a satisfying job was fruitless.

The plot of the movie was neither plausible and it was not even faithful to the novel.

We were astonished that the package had took so long to get to its destination.

The committee agreed that the new principal should be able to inspire teachers, uphold tradition, and, above all, he or she must maintain a scholarly atmosphere.

Although critics say that many have portrayed Othello with more passion than he, they can’t help but admire his acting.

Neither of the battling rams appeared to feel the pain of their wounds.

Walking into her house after a hard day’s work, Liz’s family surprised her with a warm, delicious meal and a clean house.

An increasing number of students are coming to realize that an education at a public university can be as good, if not better, than an elite private college.

Joe couldn’t wait for his return to his home after being in the army for two years.

I find Henry James’ prose style more difficult to read than James Joyce.

Neither Dr. Conant nor his followers knows what to do about the problem.

Verbal Analogy

Direction:  Determine the word that expresses the same relationship as the first pair of words.

Open : Secretive :: Forthright : __________

Chairman : Gavel :: Conductor : ___________

Taciturnity : Laconic :: Improvisation : __________

Asylum : Refugee :: Traveler : ________

Decision : Consideration :: Wish : ________

Breeze : Tornado :: Trickle : _______

Drama : Director :: Editor : ________

Examination : Cheat :: Politics : _______

Lawyer : Client :: Doctor : _______

Master : Servant :: Monarch : ______

Connoisseur : Painting :: Viands : ________

Novelist : Plot :: Architect : _______

Ship : Channel :: Jet : ________

Ostracism : Censure :: Approval : ______

Automobile : Gasoline :: Man : ______