Test: Sentence Correction - SAT MCQ

The original sentence has a misplaced modifier, which causes confusion about who or what is trying to keep their balance on the icy surface. In the original sentence, it suggests that "the last competitor" is trying to keep her balance, but it is more likely that it is the speaker (or someone else) who is trying to keep their balance.

Option A repeats the original sentence without making any changes, so it still contains the misplaced modifier.

Option B rephrases the sentence to clarify that it is the ski-tip of the last competitor that caught the pole and somersaulted, but it does not address the issue of the misplaced modifier.

Option C correctly rephrases the sentence to indicate that the last competitor caught the pole with the tip of her ski and somersaulted into the soft snow. It fixes the issue of the misplaced modifier and provides a clear and grammatically correct sentence.

Option D introduces a relative clause with the pronoun "which," but it is not necessary and makes the sentence more wordy.

Option E changes the sentence structure and focuses on the somersault rather than the action of catching the pole. It also introduces the passive voice, which can make the sentence less clear.

Therefore, option C is the best choice as it resolves the issue of the misplaced modifier and provides a clear and concise sentence.

In the original sentence, the phrase "which will mean" is not necessary and causes the sentence to be wordy. Option A repeats the unnecessary phrase without addressing the issue.

Option B correctly rephrases the sentence by placing the emphasis on the frost killing the shoots, which is a clearer and more concise construction.

Option C introduces an unnecessary conjunction and does not improve the clarity of the sentence.

Option D rephrases the sentence by mentioning the resulting frost and clarifying that it will kill the shoots that are emerging from the soil. This option provides a clear and grammatically correct sentence.

Option E changes the sentence structure and creates a less concise construction.

Therefore, option D is the best choice as it provides a clearer and more concise sentence by mentioning the resulting frost and specifying the shoots that are emerging from the soil.

Option A is the correct choice as it uses the subjunctive mood correctly. The verb "were" is used instead of "was" to express a hypothetical or contrary-to-fact condition.

Option B uses "was" instead of the correct subjunctive form "were" and is grammatically incorrect.

Option C changes the structure and uses "like" instead of "as though," which is not as appropriate in this context.

Option D introduces redundancy and awkwardness by using both "like" and "as if."

Option E changes the meaning slightly by referring to a practitioner with a license instead of directly addressing the impostor's behavior.

Therefore, option A is the best choice as it uses the correct subjunctive form and maintains the intended meaning of the sentence.

The subject of the verb "was" is "his arrogant assumption," which is singular. Therefore, the correct form of the verb should be "was." Option B correctly uses the plural form "were" to agree with the plural noun "arrogant assumption."

Option A mistakenly uses the singular form "was" instead of the correct plural form "were."

Option C introduces unnecessary pluralization of the noun "assumption" and uses "economical" instead of "economic," which is not the appropriate term in this context.

Option D changes the meaning by using "would be" instead of the original "were" and also replaces "economic conditions" with "economics."

Option E contains subject-verb disagreement, using the singular "was" with the plural subject "constituents."

Therefore, option B is the best choice as it correctly maintains subject-verb agreement and accurately represents the original sentence's intended meaning.

Option B uses the correct subjunctive form of the verb "be" after the verb "requires" in the expression of a requirement or demand. The subjunctive form is used to indicate necessity or obligation.

Option A includes the unnecessary phrase "should be," which is not required in this context.

Option C changes the structure of the sentence and is not as concise as the original sentence.

Option D changes the sentence structure and does not convey the intended meaning. It also lacks the verb "be" after "forms."

Option E includes the unnecessary phrase "should be" and is not as concise as option B.

Therefore, option B is the best choice as it correctly uses the subjunctive form and maintains the intended meaning of the sentence.

Option A, "but to ensure that the person making the suggestion receives recognition for his contribution," accurately maintains the meaning of the original sentence. It properly contrasts the approach of not relying on financial rewards with the alternative of ensuring recognition for the person making the suggestion. The wording is clear and grammatically correct.

This sentence effectively expresses the idea that when our friends abandon us, we experience great sorrow. It is clear, concise, and uses a straightforward subject-verb-object structure. The other options either rephrase the sentence in a less clear manner or change the emphasis or structure, making them less suitable choices.

Option E accurately conveys the intended meaning of the sentence. It maintains the parallel structure and clearly states that holidaymakers are choosing remote islands for sand, sun, and palm trees instead of entertainment centers. The other options either introduce grammatical errors, change the meaning, or lack clarity in their phrasing.

Option B correctly expresses that the sight of the white flag being raised generated equal relief among both the victors and the vanquished. It maintains parallelism and clarity in comparing the level of relief experienced by both sides. The other options either introduce grammatical errors, lack clarity, or do not convey the intended meaning accurately.

Option A correctly uses the objective pronoun "her" to refer to the person with whom the speaker suggests sharing secrets. It also uses the correct preposition "with" and the relative pronoun "whom" to maintain grammatical accuracy. The other options either use incorrect pronouns or introduce grammatical errors.