Answers CA-English Language Arts 12 B – 1744 6.5: Contested UsageQuestion 4

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6.5: Contested Usage

Question 4 • CA-English Language Arts 12 B – 1744

Which sentence contains a split infinitive?

Answer

A

Young children seem to thoroughly enjoy playing with soap bubbles and shaving cream.

B

It is important to give children opportunities to explore their world through sensory experiences.

C

Clay and finger paints are often used to prepare children for writing and drawing.

D

Going to preschool opens the door to learning and encourages kindergarten readiness.

Explanation

A split infinitive places a word between “to” and the verb in an infinitive. In choice D, “thoroughly” comes between “to” and “enjoy,” so “to thoroughly enjoy” is a split infinitive.

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