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6.5: Contested Usage

Question 16 • CA-English Language Arts 12 B – 1744

Which sentence contains a split infinitive?

Answer
I
It is important to wear plenty of sunscreen at an outdoor swim meet.
T
The coach tells the swimmers how to improve their performance.
P
Parents drive to the local swim club so they can watch the competition.
S
Swimmers must be sure to completely follow all of the team guidelines.

Explanation

A split infinitive occurs when a word is placed between “to” and the verb in an infinitive. In choice D, “completely” comes between “to” and “follow,” splitting the infinitive “to follow.” The other choices do not place a word between “to” and its verb.

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