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GRAMMAR EXERCISE
ENGL100 – Academic Writing

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Part 1: Identify both the independent clause and subordinate clause in the following sentences (4 marks).


1) When I went to the library last week, it was so full that I couldn’t find a free table.

Independent clause:
Subordinate clause:

2) Since the bus was no longer running, Rosa decided to call a cab.

Independent clause:
Subordinate clause:

3) After they completed the marathon, the runners celebrated.

Independent clause:
Subordinate clause:

4) Once you have rebooted your computer, you can install the update.

Independent clause:
Subordinate clause:
: Identify and correct the sentence structure errors in the following sentences (5 marks).


1) She was too tired to cook she ordered a pizza.

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2) I love superhero movies, I am going to watch one this weekend.

Error:
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3) The alarm clock was ringing loudly. Telling Peter that it was time to wake up.

Error:
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4) He asked if I was coming to the party tonight, I said that I wasn’t sure yet.

Error:
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5) My friend studies philosophy. Reading books by Kant and Socrates.

Error:
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: Identify whether the following sentence errors involve misplaced modifiers or dangling modifiers and correct the error (5 marks).


1) Walking to school this morning, a black cat crossed my path (8 marks).

Error:
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2) Susan, in her refrigerator, found an expired carton of milk.

Error:
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3) Still steaming hot, George waited to drink his coffee until it had cooled.

Error:
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4) Arriving in New York City, the Statue of Liberty came into view.

Error:
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5) Trying to study, my neighbour’s music was playing so loudly that it distracted me.

Error:
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: Locate and correct the vague pronouns in the following sentences (3 marks).


1) My boss gave me his feedback on my presentation. It was very helpful.

Vague pronoun:
Revised:

2) Michael arrived home well past his curfew. This angered his parents.

Vague pronoun:
Revised:

3) My high school math class was very boring. I doubt I will ever use it.

Vague pronoun:
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Part 5: Fill in the correct pronouns in the following sentences, making sure they agree with their antecedents in gender, number and case (4 marks).


1) The company did very well in _____ first quarter.

2) When _____ tried to remove the dog’s leash, it growled at her.

3) My mother broke the bad news to my friend and _____.

4) When texting, people should be more aware of _____ surroundings.


6: Identify whether the following sentences are in the active or passive voice (4 marks).


1) In Canada, Thanksgiving is celebrated in October.

2) Proofreading academic essays is time-consuming.

3) The play had some very catchy musical numbers.

4) The meat was cooked thoroughly before it was served.

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