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NEW SET
A
Indicate whether each sentence below:
(A) contains an error in diction (word use)
(B) is wordy or contains unjustifiable repetition of ideas
(C) contains a mixed metaphor or cliche
(D) contains an error in sentence structure or grammar
(E) is correct (contains no error)
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1. My father insists that his old wool suits--which are back again in
style and being shown today--are far superior and better than today's
synthetic man-made blends.
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b
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2
Correct.
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wrong answer explanation
2
(B) The sentence is wordy.
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2. Inside the room could be seen the faint flicker of the lantern, like
the ticking of an eternal clock.
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c
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Correct.
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wrong answer explanation
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(C) Since lanterns do not tick, this is an example of a mixed metaphor.
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3. Oscar asked his boss if whether he could take off early Friday and work
later on Monday in order to make up the lost time.
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b
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Correct.
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wrong answer explanation
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(B) The sentence is wordy; "if" should be omitted.
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4. It would be better and preferable if you waited until tomorrow to bring
your automobile in for repairs, until tomorrow morning.
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b
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Correct.
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wrong answer explanation
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(B) The sentence is wordy.
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5. The letter from the attorney stated that in the event and instance that
it becomes a necessary requirement for us to sue in court we would
regain and recover property.
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b
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Correct.
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wrong answer explanation
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(B) The sentence is wordy.
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6. I love bread and pastry so much, I could probably eat all my meals at
a bakery.
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e
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Correct.
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wrong answer explanation
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(E) This sentence is correct.
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7. I live near a subway I like the convenience, but sometimes the noise
does bother me.
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d
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Correct.
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wrong answer explanation
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(D) A period is necessary to correct the run-on sentence.
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8. Many professional athletes employ weight-training techniques in order
to build up their bodies during the off season.
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B
Correct.
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wrong answer explanation
B
(E) This sentence is correct.
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NEW SET
B
Indicate whether each sentence below:
(A) contains an error in diction (word use)
(B) is wordy or contains unjustifiable repetition of ideas
(C) contains a mixed metaphor or cliche
(D) contains an error in sentence structure or grammar
(E) is correct (contains no error)
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9. A poet once wrote that "April is the cruellest month," but I think he
should have chosen February for that distinction.
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Correct.
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wrong answer explanation
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(E) This sentence is correct.
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10. After he was mugged on Broadway, the tourist was so upset that he
did'nt know what to do.
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d
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Correct.
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wrong answer explanation
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(D) The correct spelling for the contraction of "did not" is "didn't."
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11. I feel badly when I think of all the time I wasted trying to locate
the reference book.
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a
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Correct.
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wrong answer explanation
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(A) The correct word is "bad," not "badly."
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12. My music teacher is enthused about his extensive record collection,
consisting primarily of classical and modern jazz selections.
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a
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Correct.
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wrong answer explanation
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(A) "Enthusiastic," not "enthused," is the correct word.
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13. Being that you have difficulty in arriving on time, you will be
assigned only afternoon classes.
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a
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Correct.
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wrong answer explanation
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(A) "Since" or "Because" should be used to begin the sentence.
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14. Advertising serves a very useful function in our society; I only
wish advertisers would be more honest in presenting their product.
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e
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Correct.
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wrong answer explanation
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(E) This sentence is correct.
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15. The meeting is scheduled for 2 P.M. in the afternoon and will end by
3:30 P.M. in the afternoon.
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b
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C
Correct.
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wrong answer explanation
C
(B) The sentence is wordy: "in the afternoon" can be omitted.
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