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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. When we learned that innocent bystanders had been effected we felt bad
and decided to write our congressman.
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a
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2
Correct.
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wrong answer explanation
2
(A) The correct word is "affected," not "effected."
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2. Give the book to whoever asks for it first, without showing any
favoritism.
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e
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3
Correct.
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wrong answer explanation
3
(E) This sentence is correct.
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3. The legal secretary is responsible for carrying out all office
routines, typing briefs neatly, and to prepare the necessary agenda for
the meetings.
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d
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Correct.
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wrong answer explanation
4
(D) "And preparing" is needed.
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4. We are indeed annoyed at your response because we had hoped you would
understand our problems.
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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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5. Almost the letter was lost in the mail, and a good deal of confusion
resulted.
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d
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Correct.
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wrong answer explanation
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(D) "Almost" is a misplaced modifier; it should be placed after "was."
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6. He is a very good typist; his ability to achieve accuracy is remarkable.
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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. There is but one child in the entire bunch who can successfully
complete the work in the allotted time.
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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 "group," not "bunch."
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8. Usually the people in the southern states are generally considered to
be more hospitable that those living in the North.
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b
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B
Correct.
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wrong answer explanation
B
(B) The sentence is wordy; the word "generally" is redundant.
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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. There are less people in this room that in that one.
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a
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2
Correct.
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wrong answer explanation
2
(A) The correct word is "fewer," not "less."
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10. He will be the type of a man we are looking for to fill up the
position.
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b
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3
Correct.
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wrong answer explanation
3
(B) The sentence is wordy; "type of a" should be replaced with "type of,"
and "up" is not needed after "fill."
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11. The evil face of tyranny spread its claws over all of Europe during
World War II.
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c
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C
Correct.
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wrong answer explanation
C
(C) Since faces do not have claws, this is a mixed metaphor.
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