Question

language focus quiz

Answer 1

Here is a sample quiz on language focus:

1. What is the difference between "affect" and "effect"?
a) "Affect" is a verb, while "effect" is a noun.
b) "Affect" is a noun, while "effect" is a verb.
c) They are synonyms and can be used interchangeably.

2. Which sentence is grammatically correct?
a) She don't like coffee.
b) She doesn't like coffee.
c) She not likes coffee.

3. Choose the correct form of the verb in the following sentence: "They _________ studying for the exam."
a) is
b) am
c) are

4. Which sentence contains a dangling modifier?
a) Walking down the street, the car caught my attention.
b) The man walked down the street.
c) The car caught my attention while walking down the street.

5. What is the function of an adjective?
a) To describe or modify a noun or pronoun.
b) To connect words or phrases in a sentence.
c) To express an action or state of being.

Answers:
1. a) "Affect" is a verb, while "effect" is a noun.
2. b) She doesn't like coffee.
3. c) are
4. a) Walking down the street, the car caught my attention.
5. a) To describe or modify a noun or pronoun.