Contested Usage Answers

Which statement best explains why a writer might revise the second sentence to use passive voice rather than active voice?

Which revision to the second sentence of the passage changes active voice to passive voice?

Which sentences contain split infinitives? Check all that apply.I hope to quickly finish the worksheets so that I can study for the quiz.To get the most out of the class, you should plan to attend all the field trips.We would like to go to a movie over the weekend.Olivia and Jayson plan to compete in the chess tournament.The dancers must take time to completely warm up before the performance.

I hope to tomorrow finish my science project.

Which sentence best emphasizes the idea that one should eat a good breakfast before school every single day?

The life jackets are stored below the deck.

Which sentence must be revised to eliminate the preposition at the end?

Cassidy does not know for which course she will register.How could a writer best revise the above sentence to avoid overly formal language?

The usher asked us to proceed carefully to the exit.

I hope to visit my grandmother on Wednesday.

She encouraged the dancers to energetically, gracefully, and confidently perform the routine.

If you walk across the bridge, you will see two windmills.