Mini-Word Skills Test
Ready to test your word skills? Answer each question without Googling or using a dictionary or any other reference. This will really help you gauge your strengths and weaknesses, helping you identify where you need to focus your studying! Ready, set, go!
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Question 1 of 20
1. Question
(True or False) This sentence is punctuated correctly: We drove from Great Falls, Montana, to Phoenix, Arizona to visit my grandfather.
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Use commas after both the city and state when used within a sentence.
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Use commas after both the city and state when used within a sentence.
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Question 2 of 20
2. Question
Choose the correct sentence from the choices listed below:
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Use an apostrophe to show that letters have been omitted from a word. They are = They’re, which is a contraction.
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Use an apostrophe to show that letters have been omitted from a word. They are = They’re, which is a contraction.
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Question 3 of 20
3. Question
(True or False) This sentence is punctuated correctly: In the early 1900s, most of the people in Russia were farmers.
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The plurals of years written as numerals may be formed by adding s.
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The plurals of years written as numerals may be formed by adding s.
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Question 4 of 20
4. Question
Choose the correct answer: It appears that the ____________ neighbors are quite wealthy.
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If a plural noun ends in s, add an apostrophe at the end to make it possessive.
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If a plural noun ends in s, add an apostrophe at the end to make it possessive.
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Question 5 of 20
5. Question
Which of the following sentences is punctuated correctly?
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Use a pair of commas to set off nonessential phrases and parenthetical expressions.
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Use a pair of commas to set off nonessential phrases and parenthetical expressions.
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Question 6 of 20
6. Question
(It’s, Its) time to admit that the responsibility is (your’s, yours).
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“It’s” is a contraction composed of the words “it is” or “it has.” The word “yours” does not need an apostrophe because it is not a contraction (and it is already possessive).
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“It’s” is a contraction composed of the words “it is” or “it has.” The word “yours” does not need an apostrophe because it is not a contraction (and it is already possessive).
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Question 7 of 20
7. Question
Choose the correct hyphens in this sentence: Queen Elizabeth II, who has ruled England for sixty four years, has spent nearly three fourths of her life as a ruling monarch.
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Use a hyphen in fractions used as adjectives. In the example, “three fourths” is a noun. Use a hyphen in compound numbers (numbers composed of two words) that are written out (twenty-one through ninety-nine).
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Use a hyphen in fractions used as adjectives. In the example, “three fourths” is a noun. Use a hyphen in compound numbers (numbers composed of two words) that are written out (twenty-one through ninety-nine).
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Question 8 of 20
8. Question
(Weather, Whether, Wether) you agree or not, I plan to apply for the job.
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“Whether” is a conjunction involving alternatives.
“Weather” is the state of the atmosphere at any given time.
“Wether” is a male sheep.Incorrect
“Whether” is a conjunction involving alternatives.
“Weather” is the state of the atmosphere at any given time.
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Question 9 of 20
9. Question
(True or False) This sentence is punctuated correctly : He is moving to 1687 East Brookshire Way, Lancaster, Pennsylvania 17573.
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Use commas to separate the parts of addresses within sentences, but do not use a comma between the state and the ZIP Code.
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Use commas to separate the parts of addresses within sentences, but do not use a comma between the state and the ZIP Code.
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Question 10 of 20
10. Question
Many (eminent, imminent) scientists came to America after the end of World War II.
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“Eminent” means “noteworthy.”
“Imminent” means “ready to take place; likely to happen soon.”Incorrect
“Eminent” means “noteworthy.”
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Question 11 of 20
11. Question
Define morose.
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Question 12 of 20
12. Question
Define pugnacious.
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Question 13 of 20
13. Question
Define limpid.
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Question 14 of 20
14. Question
Fiduciary is defined as being based on:
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Question 15 of 20
15. Question
Define tangible.
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Question 16 of 20
16. Question
Define boon.
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Question 17 of 20
17. Question
Define bode.
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Question 18 of 20
18. Question
Define loquacious.
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Question 19 of 20
19. Question
Define assiduous.
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Question 20 of 20
20. Question
Define garrulous.
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