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The underlined word ‘convey’, as used in this passage, most accurately means: (CSS2024)
A. Give birth to
B. Rationalize
C. Experiment
D. Explain
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“Convey” means to communicate or explain in this context (Merriam-Webster).
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Identify the sentence with the correct use of the colon: (CSS-2024)
A. I have three goals for the year, lose weight, save money and travel more.
B. The ingredients for the cake are: flour, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract.
C. She had one question: when is the deadline?
D. He enjoys various outdoor activities: such as hiking, camping, and fishing.
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The colon introduces a single question, correctly used (Chicago Manual of Style).
83
Identify the sentence with correct punctuation usage: (CSS-2024)
A. My hobbies include: reading, knitting, and cooking.
B. She was tired, nevertheless, she decided to finish the project.
C. The conference has been postponed, thus we have more time to prepare.
D. He enjoys playing the guitar; he finds it relaxing.
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Semicolon correctly joins two independent clauses (Strunk & White).
84
Identify the sentence with correct punctuation usage: (CSS-2024)
A. My favorite hobbies include reading knitting and cooking.
B. It’s raining outside, however, I brought my umbrella.
C. The concert was amazing - I’ve never heard such talented musicians.
D. The professor’s lecture was long; therefore it was informative.
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The dash correctly separates the emphatic statement (Chicago Manual of Style).
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Choose the sentence with a semantic error: (CSS-2024)
A. The herculean effort required to complete the task was undeniable.
B. The cacophonous symphony of the city streets was oddly soothing.
C. The scientist’s groundbreaking discovery left the world in a state of awe.
D. Her altruistic disposition was as clear as a cloudy day.
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“Clear as a cloudy day” is semantically incorrect, as cloudy days are not clear, undermining the intended meaning (English usage guides).
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Identify the sentence with a grammatical error: (CSS-2024)
A. The phenomenon of quantum entanglement bewilders even seasoned physicists.
B. Neither the professor nor her students have received their assignments yet.
C. The committee, consisting of experts in their respective fields, were divided.
D. The team’s performance has been consistently excellent.
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Singular “committee” requires “was,” not “were” (Strunk & White).
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Identify the sentence with a grammatical error: (CSS-2024)
A. The physicist, along with her team, are conducting groundbreaking research.
B. Despite the challenging conditions, he persevered in his quest for knowledge.
C. The book, which has been read by millions, remains a classic.
D. Their commitment to excellence is evident in all that they do.
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“The physicist” is singular, requiring “is,” not “are” (Chicago Manual of Style).
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A. Regardless of the myriad challenges, the dedicated team is determined to pursue their
B. Regardless of the myriad challenge, the dedicated team are determined to pursue their
C. Regardless of the myriads challenges, the dedicated team is determined to pursue their
D. Regardless of the myriads challenges, the dedicated team are determined to pursue their
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A uses “myriad” as an adjective and singular “team” with “is” (Merriam-Webster).
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A. The intricate interplay of genetics and epigenetics, along with the influence of environmental
B. The intricacies interplays of genetics and epigenetics, along with the influences of
C. The intricacies interplays of genetics and epigenetic, along with the influence of
D. The intricate interplays of genetics and epigenetic, along with the influences of environmental
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A uses correct singular “interplay” and plural “shape” for the compound subject (Nature genetics journals).
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A. Amidst the relentless march of technology, ethical dilemmas arising from artificial
B. Amidst the relentless marches of technologies, ethical dilemmas arising from artificial
C. Amidst the relentless march of technologies, ethical dilemmas arising from artificial
D. Amidst the relentless marches of technology, ethical dilemmas arising from artificial
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A uses singular “march,” “technology,” and “intelligence” with correct verb “demand” (Chicago Manual of Style).
