1.Many people believe that leaders are born, not made. However, anyone can be a strong leader as long as determination, open-mindedness, and optimism are learned and developed. First, determination is the key to becoming a strong leader. Determination can be learned every day by having both small goals, such as learning how to use the Internet, and bigger goals, like earning a bachelor's degree. A person who is willing to work hard to accomplish goals in the face of challenges would, indeed, make a great leader. Being open-minded is another quality to learn if one wants to be an effective leader. A person who surrounds himself or herself with new ideas and perspectives can certainly learn to be a more open and fair leader. A leader who thoughtfully considers different points of view can help bridge divides and solve problems efficiently. Furthermore, optimism provides the foundation for good leadership. Simply put, a positive outlook can be contagious, and a leader who exhibits this trait will inspire others in various contexts: the workplace, school, or the larger community. It is this ability to inspire that distinguishes a strong leader from a merely competent leader. While there have been many unforgettable leaders whose abilities seem so natural to them, people must not forget that these abilities can be learned and honed over time. 

Identify the sentence that is a supporting detail for the following: "Being open-minded is another quality to learn if one wants to be an effective leader." (Points : 1)  
       Simply put, a positive outlook can be contagious, and a leader who exhibits this trait will inspire others in various contexts: the workplace, school, or the larger community. 
       A leader who thoughtfully considers different points-of-view can help bridge divides and solve problems efficiently. 
       Determination can be learned every day by having both small goals, such as learning how to use the Internet, and bigger goals, like earning a bachelor's degree.

2.       Many people believe that leaders are born, not made. However, anyone can be a strong leader as long as determination, open-mindedness, and optimism are learned and developed. First, determination is the key to becoming a strong leader. Determination can be learned every day by having both small goals, such as learning how to use the Internet, and bigger goals, like earning a bachelor's degree. A person who is willing to work hard to accomplish goals in the face of challenges would, indeed, make a great leader. Being open-minded is another quality to learn if one wants to be an effective leader. A person who surrounds himself or herself with new ideas and perspectives can certainly learn to be a more open and fair leader. A leader who thoughtfully considers different points of view can help bridge divides and solve problems efficiently. Furthermore, optimism provides the foundation for good leadership. Simply put, a positive outlook can be contagious, and a leader who exhibits this trait will inspire others in various contexts: the workplace, school, or the larger community. It is this ability to inspire that distinguishes a strong leader from a merely competent leader. While there have been many unforgettable leaders whose abilities seem so natural to them, people must not forget that these abilities can be learned and honed over time. 

Identify the supporting detail that contains a transitional word or phrase. (Points : 1)  
       A person who surrounds oneself with new ideas and perspectives can certainly learn to be a more open and fair leader. 
       Furthermore, optimism provides the foundation for good leadership. 
       While there have been many unforgettable leaders whose abilities seem so natural to them, people must not forget that these abilities can be learned and honed over time.

3.Many people believe that leaders are born, not made. However, anyone can be a strong leader as long as determination, open-mindedness, and optimism are learned and developed. First, determination is the key to becoming a strong leader. Determination can be learned every day by having both small goals, such as learning how to use the Internet, and bigger goals, like earning a bachelor's degree. A person who is willing to work hard to accomplish goals in the face of challenges would, indeed, make a great leader. Being open-minded is another quality to learn if one wants to be an effective leader. A person who surrounds himself or herself with new ideas and perspectives can certainly learn to be a more open and fair leader. A leader who thoughtfully considers different points of view can help bridge divides and solve problems efficiently. Furthermore, optimism provides the foundation for good leadership. Simply put, a positive outlook can be contagious, and a leader who exhibits this trait will inspire others in various contexts: the workplace, school, or the larger community. It is this ability to inspire that distinguishes a strong leader from a merely competent leader. While there have been many unforgettable leaders whose abilities seem so natural to them, people must not forget that these abilities can be learned and honed over time. 

Identify the rhetorical strategy or writing pattern that best describes this type of paragraph. (Points : 1)  
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4.Many people believe that leaders are born, not made. However, anyone can be a strong leader as long as determination, open-mindedness, and optimism are learned and developed. First, determination is the key to becoming a strong leader. Determination can be learned every day by having both small goals, such as learning how to use the Internet, and bigger goals, like earning a bachelor's degree. A person who is willing to work hard to accomplish goals in the face of challenges would, indeed, make a great leader. Being open-minded is another quality to learn if one wants to be an effective leader. A person who surrounds himself or herself with new ideas and perspectives can certainly learn to be a more open and fair leader. A leader who thoughtfully considers different points of view can help bridge divides and solve problems efficiently. Furthermore, optimism provides the foundation for good leadership. Simply put, a positive outlook can be contagious, and a leader who exhibits this trait will inspire others in various contexts: the workplace, school, or the larger community. It is this ability to inspire that distinguishes a strong leader from a merely competent leader. While there have been many unforgettable leaders whose abilities seem so natural to them, people must not forget that these abilities can be learned and honed over time. 
Identify a sentence that is a main point in support of the topic sentence. (Points : 1)  
       Being open-minded is another quality to learn if one wants to be an effective leader. 
       It is this ability to inspire that distinguishes a strong leader from a merely competent leader. 
       However, anyone can be a strong leader as long as determination, open-mindedness, and optimism are learned and developed.

5.Many people believe that leaders are born, not made. However, anyone can be a strong leader as long as determination, open-mindedness, and optimism are learned and developed. First, determination is the key to becoming a strong leader. Determination can be learned every day by having both small goals, such as learning how to use the Internet, and bigger goals, like earning a bachelor's degree. A person who is willing to work hard to accomplish goals in the face of challenges would, indeed, make a great leader. Being open-minded is another quality to learn if one wants to be an effective leader. A person who surrounds himself or herself with new ideas and perspectives can certainly learn to be a more open and fair leader. A leader who thoughtfully considers different points of view can help bridge divides and solve problems efficiently. Furthermore, optimism provides the foundation for good leadership. Simply put, a positive outlook can be contagious, and a leader who exhibits this trait will inspire others in various contexts: the workplace, school, or the larger community. It is this ability to inspire that distinguishes a strong leader from a merely competent leader. While there have been many unforgettable leaders whose abilities seem so natural to them, people must not forget that these abilities can be learned and honed over time. 

Identify the topic sentence of this paragraph. (Points : 1)  
       While there have been many unforgettable leaders whose abilities seem so natural to them, people must not forget that these abilities can be learned and honed over time. 
       However, anyone can be a strong leader as long as determination, open-mindedness, and optimism are learned and developed 
       Many people believe that leaders are born, not made.

6.       Choose the sentence that would make the most effective thesis statement. (Points : 1)  
       Although my trip to the Philippines to visit relatives began with anxiety, I left with a renewed sense of the importance of family and culture. 
       I was anxious about my trip to the Philippines to visit relatives because I had not been there in twenty years, and I did not know what to expect. 
       One should always strive to learn about one's family and culture because it is important.

7.       Choose the sentence that would make the most effective thesis statement. (Points : 1)  

       Our Mercedes Benz, which is over twenty-five years old, just sits in the driveway. 
       Even though our Mercedes Benz is over twenty-five years old and appears to be broken down in the driveway, we love it. 
       Even though our Mercedes Benz is over twenty-five years old and appears to be broken down in the driveway, it is actually the most well-built and unique-looking car in the neighborhood. 

8.       Choose the sentence that would make the most effective thesis statement. (Points : 1)  
       San Francisco and San Diego are both cities in California that have many differences but also share many similarities, which are important to know if you want to move to one of these places. 
       While San Francisco and San Diego are among the most populated and expensive cities in California, the public transit system, the culture, and political climate are quite different in each city. 
       San Francisco and San Diego are both cities in California that are very attractive and expensive places to live in the entire U.S.

9.       Choose the sentence that would make the most effective thesis statement. (Points : 1)  
       My family and I once drove through rural Kansas during a massive tornado storm. 
       The most frightening experience I ever had was when my family drove through rural Kansas during a massive tornado storm. 
       A tornado storm can be very frightening.

10.   Choose the sentence that would make the most effective thesis statement. (Points : 1)  

       Because "cyberbullying," can cause irreparable harm to victims, adolescents who are caught committing this offense should be expelled from school and be required to attend counseling. 
       "Cyberbullying" is a type of online harassment that is becoming more dangerous and prevalent in among adolescents and teenagers. 
       "Cyberbullying" is a type of online harassment that is becoming more dangerous and prevalent in among adolescents and teenagers, and it needs to be stopped.

11.   Select the sentence with correct pronoun-antecedent agreement. (Points : 1)  

       If anyone has a question about the new policy, refer him or her to Human Resources. 
       If anyone has a question about the new policy, refer them to Human Resources. 
       If anyone has a question about the new policy, have them refer it to Human Resources.

12.   Select the sentence with correct pronoun-antecedent agreement. (Points : 1)  
       Some of the meats were undercooked, its pink color standing out. 
       Some of the meat was undercooked, their pink color standing out. 
       Some of the meat was undercooked, its pink color standing out

13.   Select the sentence that has correct pronoun-antecedent agreement. (Points : 1)  
       Every mother at the meeting showed up with their completed membership form and dues. 
       Every mother at the meeting showed up with her completed membership form and dues. 
       All mothers at the meeting showed up with her completed membership form and dues

14.   Select the sentence with correct pronoun-antecedent agreement. (Points : 1)  
       Most disciplined musicians practice their instruments every day. 
       Most disciplined musicians practice his instrument every day. 
       Most disciplined musicians practice her instrument every day.

15.   Select the sentence with correct pronoun usage. (Points : 1)  
       His sister is twelve years younger than us. 
       His sister is twelve years younger than him. 
       His sister is twelve years younger than I.

16.   Select the sentence with correct pronoun usage. (Points : 1)  
       Shannon divided the tasks for the upcoming project between us and them. 
       Shannon divided the tasks for the upcoming project between they and us. 
       Shannon divided the tasks for the upcoming project between we and them.

17.   Select the sentence with correct pronoun usage. (Points : 1)  
       Patty and him love to travel abroad every summer 
       He and Patty love to travel abroad every summer. 
       Him and Patty love to travel abroad every summer.

18.   Select the sentence that has correct subject-verb agreement. (Points : 1)  
       One of my friends are a doctor and lieutenant commander in the Navy. 
       One of my friends were a doctor and lieutenant commander in the Navy. 
       One of my friends is a doctor and lieutenant commander in the Navy.

19.   Select the sentence that has correct subject-verb agreement. (Points : 1)  
       The 2008 Olympics was held in Beijing, China. 
       The 2008 Olympics were held in Beijing, China. 
       The 2008 Olympics are held in Beijing, China.

20.   Select the sentence that has correct subject-verb agreement. (Points : 1)  
       There is many books required for the advanced communications class. 
       There was many books required for the advanced communications class. 
       There are many books required for the advanced communications class.

21.   Select the sentence that has correct subject-verb agreement. (Points : 1)  
       Each of the eggs in that carton are already broken. 
       Each of the eggs in that carton were already broken. 
       Each of the eggs in that carton is already broken.

22.   Select the sentence that has correct subject-verb agreement. (Points : 1)  
       The Japanese maple on the balcony, as well as the herb garden, need watering. 
       The Japanese maples on the balcony, as well as the herb garden, needs watering. 
       The Japanese maple on the balcony, as well as the herb garden, needs watering.

23.   Select the sentence that has correct subject-verb agreement. (Points : 1)  
       Everyone, except for the guest of honor, was late for the surprise party. 
       Everyone, except for the guest of honor, were late for the surprise party. 
       Everyone, except for the guest of honor, are late for the surprise party.

24.   Select the sentence that has correct subject-verb agreement. (Points : 1)  
       The team are practicing for the opening game of the baseball season.  
       The team is practicing for the opening game of the baseball season.  
       The team were practicing for the opening game of the baseball season.

25.   Select the sentence that uses commas correctly. (Points : 1)  
       According to statistics in 2008 the top three most dangerous jobs were fishing, logging, and piloting. 
       According to statistics in 2008, the top three most dangerous jobs were, fishing, logging, and piloting. 
       According to statistics in 2008, the top three most dangerous jobs were, fishing, logging, and piloting. 
       According to statistics, in 2008 the top three most dangerous jobs were fishing, logging, and piloting.

26.   Select the sentence that uses commas correctly. (Points : 1)  
       Wanting to try new things, my grandmother, entered the five-mile marathon run. 
       Wanting to try new things, my grandmother entered the five-mile marathon run. 
       Wanting to try new things, my grandmother entered the five-mile, marathon run. 
       Wanting to try new things my grandmother, entered the five-mile marathon run.

27.   Select the sentence that uses commas correctly. (Points : 1)  
       Lynn has cut back on drinking coffee but she notices that now she gets terrible headaches in the afternoon. 
       Lynn has cut back on drinking coffee but, she notices that now she gets terrible headaches in the afternoon. 
       Lynn has cut back on drinking coffee, but, she notices that now she gets terrible headaches in the afternoon. 
       Lynn has cut back on drinking coffee, but she notices that now she gets terrible headaches in the afternoon.

28.   Select the sentence that uses commas correctly. (Points : 1)  
       Dried cranberries, slivered almonds, and shredded carrots add texture to a tuna salad sandwich. 
       Dried cranberries, slivered almonds and shredded, carrots add texture to a tuna salad sandwich. 
       Dried cranberries, slivered almonds and, shredded carrots add texture to a tuna salad sandwich. 
       Dried cranberries, slivered almonds, and shredded carrots, add texture to a tuna salad sandwich.

29.   Select the sentence that is punctuated correctly. (Points : 1)  
       The long cold, and bitter Midwest winters often cause delayed or cancelled flights. 
       The long, cold, and bitter Midwest winters often cause delayed or cancelled flights. 
       The long, cold, and bitter, Midwest winters often cause delayed or cancelled flights. 
       The long, cold, and bitter Midwest winters, often cause delayed or cancelled flights.

30.   Select the sentence that is punctuated correctly. (Points : 1)  
       Durian, a fruit commonly eaten in Southeast Asia, is pollinated by the dawn bat. 
       Durian a fruit commonly eaten in Southeast Asia, is pollinated by the dawn bat. 
       Durian, a fruit, commonly eaten in Southeast Asia is pollinated by the dawn bat. 
       Durian a fruit commonly eaten in Southeast Asia is, pollinated by the dawn bat.

31.   Select the sentence that uses commas correctly. (Points : 1)  
       At the end of the night the new, Ethiopian restaurant was packed. 
       At the end of the night, the new Ethiopian restaurant was packed. 
       At the end of the night the new Ethiopian restaurant was packed. 
       At the end, of the night, the new Ethiopian restaurant was packed.

32.   Select the sentence that is punctuated correctly. (Points : 1)  
       The men's restroom on the first floor was closed for repair. 
       The mens restroom on the first floor was closed for repair. 
       The mens restroom on the first floor was closed, for repair. 
       The mens' restroom on the first floor was closed for repair.

33.   Select the sentence that is punctuated correctly. (Points : 1)  
       Mary loves to purchase many types of products from catalogs clothing, cookware, furniture, and artwork. 
       Mary loves to purchase many types of products from catalogs: clothing, cookware, furniture, and artwork. 
       Mary loves to purchase many types of products from catalogs; clothing, cookware, furniture, and artwork. 
       Mary loves to purchase many types of products from catalogs-clothing, cookware, furniture, and artwork.

34.   Select the sentence that is punctuated correctly. (Points : 1)  
       New York Citys public transit is an intricate system of subways and trains...It is one of the best in the country. 
       New York Citys' public transit is an intricate system of subways and trains; it is one of the best in the country. 
       New York City's public transit is an intricate system of subways and trains; it is one of the best in the country. 
       New York City's public transit is an intricate system of subways and trains-it is one of the best in the country.

35.   Select the sentence that is punctuated correctly. (Points : 1)  
       Carl's beta fish stopped eating because it's aquarium was so filthy. 
       Carls' beta fish stopped eating because its aquarium was so filthy. 
       Carl's beta fish stopped eating because its aquarium was so filthy. 
       Carls' beta fish stopped eating because its' aquarium was so filthy.

36.   Select the sentence that is punctuated correctly. (Points : 1)  
       The new editor-in-chiefs accomplishments are impressive. 
       The new editor-in-chief's accomplishments are impressive. 
       The new editor's-in-chiefs accomplishments are impressive. 
       The new editor-in-chief's accomplishments are impressive.

37.   Select the sentence that is punctuated correctly. (Points : 1)  
       I have always wanted to visit Athens, Greece, Lima, Peru, and Honolulu, Hawaii. 
       I have always wanted to visit: Athens, Greece, Lima, Peru, and Honolulu, Hawaii. 
       I have always wanted to visit Athens, Greece; Lima, Peru; and Honolulu, Hawaii. 
       I have always wanted to visit: Athens, Greece; Lima, Peru; and Honolulu, Hawaii.

38.   Select the sentence that is punctuated correctly. (Points : 1)  
       The moon, Venus, and Jupiter were aligned in the sky recently; unfortunately, it will not happen again for another 40 years. 
       The moon, Venus, and Jupiter were aligned in the sky recently, unfortunately, it will not happen again for another 40 years. 
       The moon, Venus, and Jupiter, were aligned in the sky recently; unfortunately, it will not happen again for another 40 years. 
       The moon, Venus, and Jupiter were aligned in the sky recently; unfortunately it will not happen again for another 40 years.

39.   Select the sentence that is most clear and concise. (Points : 1)  
       Steve only eats vegetables while his twin brother eats meat. 
       Steve eats only vegetables, but his twin brother eats meat. 
       Steve only eats vegetables, but his twin brother only eats meat. 
       While Steve eats vegetables, his twin brother eats meat.

40.   Select the sentence that is most clear and concise. (Points : 1)  
       Apparently, Aunt Trudy wants to write a biography of her great-grandfather's life. 
       Aunt Trudy wants to write a biography of her great-grandfather's life. 
       It seems that Aunt Trudy wants to write a biography about her great-grandfather. 
       Aunt Trudy wants to write a biography about her great-grandfather.

41.   Select the sentence that is most clear and concise. (Points : 1)  
       In the near future, the majority of students in college will be taking a percentage of their classes online. 
       In the very near future, the majority of college students will be taking a large percentage of their classes online. 
       Most college students will soon take some classes online. 
       In a short period of time, most college students will take some of their classes online.

42.   Select the sentence that is most clear and concise. (Points : 1)  
       Running laps before warming up, Tiffany's legs were sore. 
       Tiffany's legs were sore because she ran laps before warming up. 
       Before warming up, Tiffany's legs were sore because she ran laps. 
       Tiffany's legs were sore because she was running laps before warming up.

43.   Select the sentence that is most clear and concise. (Points : 1)  
       We are in receipt of your resume and cover letter. We will be contacting you soon. 
       We are in receipt of your resume and cover letter, and we would contact you soon. 
       We have received your resume and cover letter, and we will contact you soon. 
       We have received your resume and cover letter; we're going to contact you soon.

44.   Select the sentence that is most clear and concise. (Points : 1)  
       While in pajamas every morning, my next-door neighbor takes his dog for a walk. 
       Every morning my next-door neighbor takes his dog for a walk while in pajamas. 
       While in pajamas, my next-door neighbor takes his dog for a walk every morning. 
       Every morning my next-door neighbor takes his dog for a walk in his pajamas.

45.   Select the sentence that is most clear and concise. (Points : 1)  
       The reason Ryan was absent from work for one week is because he had the flu. 
       Ryan was absent from work for a week because he had the flu. 
       Because of the flu, Ryan was absent from work for one week. 
       Ryan was absent from work because he suffered the flu for one week.