Punctuation Rules MCQs | English | One Paper

1. Question 1 of 100

   Choose the correctly punctuated sentence using an en dash for a range of numbers.

   A The meeting is scheduled for 10–12 p.m. B The meeting is scheduled for 10—12 p.m. C The meeting is scheduled for 10:12 p.m. D The meeting is scheduled for 10-12 p.m., using a hyphen, is also commonly accepted in less formal writing.
2. Question 2 of 100

   Choose the correctly punctuated separate possession.

   A Ali's and Sara's opinions differ significantly. B Ali and Sara' opinions differ significantly. C Ali's and Sara' opinions differ significantly. D Ali and Sara's opinions differ significantly, implies they share the same set of opinions, which is less logical here.
3. Question 3 of 100

   Choose the correctly punctuated sentence: 'I have visited many countries; France, Germany, and Italy.'

   A This sentence is correctly punctuated as written. B The semicolon should be replaced with a comma. C The semicolon should be replaced with a full stop. D This sentence incorrectly uses a semicolon; a colon should be used instead to introduce the list.
4. Question 4 of 100

   Choose the correctly punctuated title and subtitle.

   A The book is titled 'Freedom at Midnight - The Story of Partition,' is also common but the colon is the standard convention. B The book is titled 'Freedom at Midnight; The Story of Partition.' C The book is titled 'Freedom at Midnight, The Story of Partition.' D The book is titled 'Freedom at Midnight: The Story of Partition.'
5. Question 5 of 100

   Choose the correctly punctuated sentence indicating an error was present in the original quoted text (using '[sic]').

   A The sign read, "Their going to the market" [sic]. B The sign read, "Their going to the market," sic. C The sign read, "Their going to the market" (sic). D The sign read, "Their going to the market" {sic}.
6. Question 6 of 100

   Choose the correctly hyphenated fraction written out in words.

   A Two-thirds of the members voted in favor. B Two thirds of the members voted in favor. C Two-third's of the members voted in favor. D Two, thirds of the members voted in favor.
7. Question 7 of 100

   Choose the correctly punctuated sentence using parentheses for supplementary information.

   A The seminar, originally scheduled for Monday was postponed. B The seminar (originally scheduled for Monday) was postponed. C The seminar (originally scheduled for Monday, was postponed. D The seminar [originally scheduled for Monday] was postponed, using square brackets, is less standard for this purpose.
8. Question 8 of 100

   Choose the correctly punctuated sentence combining a comma with 'not only...but also'.

   A Not only, was she talented, but she was also humble. B Not only was she talented, but she was also humble. C Not only was she talented but, she was also humble. D Not only she was talented but she was also humble.
9. Question 9 of 100

   Identify the error: 'The boy who was crying, was comforted by his mother.'

   A No error B The comma should be removed before 'was comforted', as this is a restrictive (essential) clause C 'crying' should be 'cried' D 'who' should be 'which'
10. Question 10 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with an appositive.

    A Mr. Khan our new manager arrived today. B Mr. Khan, our new manager arrived today. C Mr. Khan, our new manager, arrived today. D Mr. Khan our new manager, arrived today.
11. Question 11 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence.

    A I bought apples, oranges, and bananas. B I bought apples, oranges, and, bananas. C I bought apples, oranges and, bananas. D I bought apples oranges, and bananas.
12. Question 12 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence when quoting a single word for emphasis or irony (scare quotes).

    A His so called "friend," betrayed him with a stray comma is incorrect. B His so-called 'friend', betrayed him. C His so-called friend betrayed him, without quotes loses the ironic emphasis. D His so-called "friend" betrayed him.
13. Question 13 of 100

    Choose the correctly hyphenated age expression used as an adjective.

    A She has a five-year-old daughter. B She has a five year-old daughter. C She has a five year old daughter. D She has a five-year old daughter.
14. Question 14 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated ratio.

    A The ratio of teachers to students is 1;20. B The ratio of teachers to students is 1,20. C The ratio of teachers to students is 1:20. D The ratio of teachers to students is 1-20.
15. Question 15 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with a direct quotation.

    A The teacher said "Practice makes perfect". B The teacher said, "Practice makes perfect". C The teacher said, "Practice makes perfect." D The teacher said "Practice makes perfect,"
16. Question 16 of 100

    Choose the sentence in which the comma is correctly OMITTED because the dependent clause follows the main clause.

    A She finished, the assignment although she was tired. B She finished the assignment, although she was tired, is also fully correct and common. C She finished the assignment although, she was tired. D She finished the assignment although she was tired.
17. Question 17 of 100

    Choose the correctly capitalized quotation within a sentence.

    A she said, "Never give up on your dreams." B She said "never give up on your Dreams." C She said, "Never give up on your dreams." D She said, "never give up on your dreams."
18. Question 18 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence using a pair of em dashes to set off a parenthetical remark.

    A The proposal (despite initial resistance) was eventually approved, using parentheses, is also grammatically correct with a more subdued tone. B The proposal — despite initial resistance — was eventually approved. C The proposal, despite initial resistance, was eventually approved, using commas, is also grammatically correct with a slightly less emphatic tone. D All of the above (em dashes, commas, or parentheses) are grammatically valid ways to set off this parenthetical remark, each with a different degree of emphasis.
19. Question 19 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with a colon introducing a formal business letter salutation.

    A Dear Sir or Madam: B Dear Sir or Madam; C Both A and C are acceptable, though the colon is standard in formal/business correspondence, while a comma is more common in personal letters. D Dear Sir or Madam,
20. Question 20 of 100

    Choose the sentence where the hyphen is correctly OMITTED because the compound phrase comes after the noun it modifies.

    A The author is, well known in literary circles. B The author is well-known in literary circles, is also acceptable in many style guides even after the noun. C The author is well known, in literary circles. D The author is well known in literary circles.
21. Question 21 of 100

    Identify the sentence with a comma splice error.

    A The rain stopped. The sun came out. B The rain stopped, the sun came out. C The rain stopped; the sun came out. D The rain stopped, and the sun came out.
22. Question 22 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence using a colon to introduce an explanation/elaboration.

    A There is only one solution; increase production immediately, is also acceptable here. B There is only one solution. increase production immediately. C There is only one solution, increase production immediately. D There is only one solution: increase production immediately.
23. Question 23 of 100

    Identify the error: 'The article was titled "The Future of AI."'

    A The comma is missing before the title B No error — this is correctly punctuated C The title should use single quotation marks D The period should be outside the quotation marks
24. Question 24 of 100

    Identify the error: 'The results (see Table 1 were surprising.'

    A A closing parenthesis is missing after 'Table 1' B 'Table' should not be capitalized C The word 'see' should be removed D No error
25. Question 25 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with a parenthetical citation.

    A Recent studies confirm this trend, Ahmed, 2023. B Recent studies confirm this trend (Ahmed, 2023). C Recent studies confirm this trend: Ahmed, 2023. D Recent studies confirm this trend [Ahmed, 2023], using square brackets, is non-standard for a simple citation.
26. Question 26 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with a question about a quoted statement (question mark outside the quotation).

    A Did she really say "I quit"? B Did she really say, "I quit"? C Did she really say, "I quit?" D Did she really say, "I quit."?
27. Question 27 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated possessive form for an irregular plural noun (not ending in 's').

    A The childrens's toys were scattered everywhere. B The children' toys were scattered everywhere. C The childrens' toys were scattered everywhere. D The children's toys were scattered everywhere.
28. Question 28 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence using a semicolon to join two related independent clauses.

    A The sky darkened. a storm was approaching. B The sky darkened; a storm was approaching. C The sky darkened: a storm was approaching, is less standard here. D The sky darkened, a storm was approaching.
29. Question 29 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with a quoted question.

    A She asked, "Are you coming with us". B She asked "Are you coming with us?". C She asked, "Are you coming with us?" D She asked, "Are you coming with us"?
30. Question 30 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with 'e.g.' or 'i.e.' properly set off by commas.

    A Many fruits, e.g., mangoes and apples, are rich in vitamins. B Many fruits, e.g. mangoes and apples are rich in vitamins. C Many fruits e.g. mangoes and apples are rich in vitamins. D Many fruits e.g., mangoes and apples, are rich in vitamins.
31. Question 31 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with an indirect question.

    A He asked where was I going? B He asked, where I was going? C He asked where I was going. D He asked where I was going?
32. Question 32 of 100

    Choose the correctly hyphenated compound adjective before a noun.

    A She is a well known author. B She is a well, known author. C She is a well-known-author. D She is a well-known author.
33. Question 33 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with a semicolon before a conjunctive adverb.

    A He missed the deadline; consequently, he lost the contract. B He missed the deadline consequently, he lost the contract. C He missed the deadline, consequently he lost the contract. D He missed the deadline; consequently he lost the contract, without the comma, is fully correct as well in all style guides.
34. Question 34 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with direct address.

    A John, please close, the door. B John please close the door. C John, please close the door. D John please, close the door.
35. Question 35 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence reporting an exclamatory quotation.

    A He shouted "Watch out!". B He shouted, "Watch out". C He shouted, "Watch out!" D He shouted, "Watch out"!
36. Question 36 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with a quotation within a quotation.

    A He said, "She told me, "I will not attend," and left." B He said, "She told me, 'I will not attend,' and left." C He said, 'She told me, "I will not attend," and left.' D He said, "She told me 'I will not attend' and left".
37. Question 37 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with multiple short questions in a series.

    A Did you call him, did you email her, did you visit them? B Did you call him; did you email her; did you visit them? C Did you call him. Did you email her. Did you visit them. D Did you call him? Did you email her? Did you visit them?
38. Question 38 of 100

    Which punctuation mark is generally considered 'stronger' than a comma but 'weaker' than a full stop, often used to link closely related independent clauses?

    A Semicolon B Hyphen C Apostrophe D Colon
39. Question 39 of 100

    Choose the correctly capitalized and punctuated sentence.

    A My Favorite subject is English, especially Shakespearean Literature. B My favorite subject is English, especially Shakespearean literature. C my favorite subject is english, especially shakespearean literature. D My favorite subject is english, especially Shakespearean literature.
40. Question 40 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence: 'The budget was approved unanimously; a rare occurrence in recent years.'

    A This sentence is correctly punctuated as written. B The semicolon should be replaced with a question mark. C This sentence incorrectly uses a semicolon before a phrase rather than an independent clause; a comma or em dash would be more appropriate. D The semicolon should be replaced with quotation marks.
41. Question 41 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with a comma before 'too' at the end for emphasis (optional style choice).

    A I would like to attend the seminar too, is also correct and commonly preferred in modern usage. B Both A and B are acceptable, with the comma before 'too' now considered optional/less common in modern style. C I would like to attend the seminar, too. D I would like to, attend the seminar too.
42. Question 42 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence separating a long list of items containing internal commas.

    A The committee includes Ali the chairman; Sara the secretary; and Bilal the treasurer. B The committee includes Ali, the chairman, Sara, the secretary, and Bilal, the treasurer. C The committee includes Ali, the chairman, Sara, the secretary and Bilal, the treasurer. D The committee includes Ali, the chairman; Sara, the secretary; and Bilal, the treasurer.
43. Question 43 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with the title of a short story/article in quotation marks.

    A We read the poem 'Daffodils' in class today, using single quotes, is standard in British style but less common in CSS American-style convention. B We read the poem Daffodils in class today. C We read the poem "Daffodils" in class today. D We read the poem "Daffodils," in class today, with a stray comma is incorrect.
44. Question 44 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with a mild interjection followed by a comma rather than an exclamation mark.

    A Well that was, unexpected. B Well! that was unexpected. C Well, that was unexpected. D Well, that was unexpected!
45. Question 45 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with a semicolon before 'therefore'.

    A The evidence was insufficient; therefore, the case was dismissed. B The evidence was insufficient therefore, the case was dismissed. C The evidence was insufficient; therefore the case was dismissed, is also acceptable without the comma, in less formal style but generally requires the comma for CSS-level formal writing. D The evidence was insufficient, therefore the case was dismissed.
46. Question 46 of 100

    Choose the sentence that correctly avoids a comma splice by using a semicolon instead.

    A The negotiations failed both sides refused to compromise. B The negotiations failed, and, both sides refused to compromise. C The negotiations failed; both sides refused to compromise. D The negotiations failed, both sides refused to compromise.
47. Question 47 of 100

    Identify the error: 'The following are required for the exam: pens, pencils, and, a calculator.'

    A 'pencils' should be capitalized B The colon should be a semicolon C The comma after 'and' should be removed D No error
48. Question 48 of 100

    Choose the sentence where the comma is correctly placed relative to the closing quotation mark (American/CSS convention).

    A "Let's go", she suggested. B "Let's go," she suggested. C "Let's go," she suggested," D "Let's go," she suggested".
49. Question 49 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated address.

    A She lives in Lahore Punjab Pakistan. B She lives in Lahore Punjab, Pakistan. C She lives in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. D She lives in Lahore, Punjab Pakistan.
50. Question 50 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence using a semicolon to separate two independent clauses expressing a contrast, without a conjunction.

    A He worked hard all year: he still didn't get the promotion, is less appropriate here compared to a semicolon. B He worked hard all year he still didn't get the promotion. C He worked hard all year; he still didn't get the promotion. D He worked hard all year, he still didn't get the promotion.
51. Question 51 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with a comma for contrast.

    A It was her attitude not her ability that concerned the manager. B It was her attitude, not her ability, that concerned the manager. C It was her attitude not her ability, that concerned the manager. D It was her attitude, not her ability that concerned the manager.
52. Question 52 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence using a colon to introduce a quotation.

    A As the poet wrote: "Hope is the thing with feathers." B As the poet wrote, "Hope is the thing with feathers." C As the poet wrote; "Hope is the thing with feathers." D Both A and B are grammatically acceptable, though a comma is more common for shorter introductory phrases and a colon for more formal/emphatic introductions.
53. Question 53 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with a non-restrictive clause.

    A My brother who lives in Lahore is a doctor. B My brother, who lives in Lahore, is a doctor. C My brother, who lives in Lahore is a doctor. D My brother who lives in Lahore, is a doctor.
54. Question 54 of 100

    Identify the sentence with an unnecessary comma error.

    A The manager, approved the proposal. B The manager approved the proposal. C The manager approved, the proposal. D Both A and C contain unnecessary commas incorrectly separating the subject/verb or verb/object.
55. Question 55 of 100

    Which punctuation mark is generally used to introduce a list, explanation, or quotation that follows a complete independent clause?

    A Comma B Hyphen C Semicolon D Colon
56. Question 56 of 100

    Identify the error: 'The re-cover of the old sofa took two days.' (meaning to cover again)

    A 're-cover' should be 'recover' B 'sofa' should be capitalized C 'took' should be 'takes' D No error — the hyphen correctly distinguishes 're-cover' (to cover again) from 'recover' (to get better)
57. Question 57 of 100

    Identify the error: 'She loves reading; and writing.'

    A The semicolon should be a comma or removed entirely, since 'and writing' is not an independent clause B 'writing' should be capitalized C 'reading' should be 'reads' D No error
58. Question 58 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated time expression.

    A The meeting starts at 10.30 a.m., is less standard in this context. B The meeting starts at 10;30 a.m. C The meeting starts at 10:30 a.m. D The meeting starts at 10-30 a.m.
59. Question 59 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence.

    A What a wonderful surprise, B What a wonderful surprise! C What a wonderful surprise. D What a wonderful surprise?
60. Question 60 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated date.

    A The meeting is scheduled for March 5, 2027 in Islamabad. B The meeting is scheduled for March, 5 2027, in Islamabad. C The meeting is scheduled for March 5 2027, in Islamabad. D The meeting is scheduled for March 5, 2027, in Islamabad.
61. Question 61 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated plural of a decade.

    A the 1990's B the 1990s C the 1990,s D the 1990-s
62. Question 62 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with a parenthetical/interrupting phrase.

    A The report in my opinion, is well-written. B The report in my opinion is well written, is also fully correct without any commas. C The report, in my opinion is well-written. D The report, in my opinion, is well-written.
63. Question 63 of 100

    Choose the correctly hyphenated compound number written out in words.

    A Twenty-five's students passed the exam. B Twenty-five students passed the exam. C Twenty five students passed the exam. D Twenty, five students passed the exam.
64. Question 64 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence joining two independent clauses.

    A She studied hard, so she passed the exam. B She studied hard so she passed the exam, is also fully correct without a comma. C She studied hard so, she passed the exam. D She studied hard, so, she passed the exam.
65. Question 65 of 100

    Identify the error: 'The teachers lounge is on the second floor.'

    A 'second' should be capitalized B 'lounge' should be 'lounges' C 'teachers' should be 'teachers'' (possessive plural, missing apostrophe) D No error
66. Question 66 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with a semicolon separating two closely related independent clauses without a conjunction.

    A Time is precious: waste none of it, is also equally standard here. B Time is precious, waste none of it. C Time is precious; waste none of it. D Time is precious. Waste, none of it.
67. Question 67 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with a colon used before an independent clause that explains or amplifies the preceding clause.

    A The results were clear: the campaign had failed. B The results were clear. the campaign had failed. C The results were clear, the campaign had failed. D The results were clear; the campaign had failed, is also grammatically valid, though the colon better signals the explanatory relationship.
68. Question 68 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence using square brackets to insert an editorial clarification within a quotation.

    A The witness stated, "He [the defendant] was not present at the scene." B The witness stated, "He, the defendant, was not present at the scene." C The witness stated, "He (the defendant) was not present at the scene," using parentheses instead of brackets is not standard here. D The witness stated, "He {the defendant} was not present at the scene."
69. Question 69 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence using an em dash to indicate an abrupt break or emphasis.

    A She was about to leave; when the phone rang. B She was about to leave, when the phone rang. C She was about to leave — when the phone rang. D She was about to leave - when the phone rang, using a hyphen instead is a common informal substitute.
70. Question 70 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated possessive form for a singular noun.

    A The cat's' toy is under the sofa. B The cat's toy is under the sofa. C The cats' toy is under the sofa. D The cats toy is under the sofa.
71. Question 71 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated interjection.

    A Ouch. That really hurt, is also acceptable for a milder tone, but the exclamation mark better conveys the sudden pain. B Ouch, that really hurt. C Ouch? That really hurt. D Ouch! That really hurt.
72. Question 72 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated complex list using semicolons.

    A The delegates came from Karachi, Sindh, Lahore, Punjab and Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. B The delegates came from Karachi Sindh; Lahore Punjab; and Peshawar Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. C The delegates came from Karachi, Sindh; Lahore, Punjab; and Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. D The delegates came from Karachi, Sindh, Lahore, Punjab, and Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
73. Question 73 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with a comma before a quotation.

    A She said, "I will be there by noon." B She said "I will be there by noon". C She said "I will be there by noon." D She said, "I will be there by noon".
74. Question 74 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated plural of a single letter.

    A Mind your ps' and qs'. B Mind your ps and qs. C Mind your p's and q's. D Mind your p,s and q,s.
75. Question 75 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence using a colon before a formal/emphatic single-word conclusion.

    A After months of preparation, she had only one goal, success. B After months of preparation, she had only one goal. success. C After months of preparation, she had only one goal; success, is less standard here. D After months of preparation, she had only one goal: success.
76. Question 76 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated possessive form for a singular noun ending in 's' (e.g., 'James').

    A Both A and B are considered acceptable, depending on the style guide followed. B James' car is parked outside, is also widely accepted, especially in journalistic style. C Jame's car is parked outside. D James's car is parked outside.
77. Question 77 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with a comma after an introductory dependent clause.

    A Although, she was tired, she finished the assignment. B Although she was tired, she, finished the assignment. C Although she was tired, she finished the assignment. D Although she was tired she finished the assignment.
78. Question 78 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with two coordinate adjectives.

    A It was a long, tiring journey. B It was a long, tiring, journey. C It was, a long tiring journey. D It was a long tiring journey.
79. Question 79 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with numbers in the thousands.

    A The stadium can hold 50,000 spectators. B The stadium can hold 50000 spectators. C The stadium can hold 50,000, spectators. D The stadium can hold 5,0000 spectators.
80. Question 80 of 100

    Identify the error: 'I wonder if she will come?'

    A No error B The question mark should be a period, since this is an indirect/embedded question (a statement of wondering, not a direct question) C 'wonder' should be 'wondered' D 'will' should be 'would'
81. Question 81 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with a quotation split by a reporting clause.

    A "I will," she said, "finish the project by Friday." B "I will" she said, "finish the project by Friday." C "I will", she said, "finish the project by Friday". D "I will," she said "finish the project by Friday."
82. Question 82 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated rhetorical question.

    A Who doesn't want to succeed in life? B Who doesn't want to succeed in life. C Who doesn't want to succeed in life, D Who doesn't want to succeed in life!
83. Question 83 of 100

    Identify the error: 'The president of Pakistan met the prime minister of India.'

    A 'prime minister' should be capitalized as 'Prime Minister' B 'president' should be capitalized as 'President' C No error — titles used generically (not before a specific name) are typically lowercase D Both B and C should be capitalized
84. Question 84 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated contraction.

    A It's raining heavily outside. B It' s raining heavily outside. C Its raining heavily outside. D Its' raining heavily outside.
85. Question 85 of 100

    Identify the error: 'My favorite colors are: red, blue, and green.'

    A 'favorite' should be 'favourite' in this context B No error C The comma after 'red' should be removed D The colon should be removed, since the list directly follows a linking verb without a complete independent clause preceding it
86. Question 86 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence using a colon to introduce a list.

    A She bought the following items: milk, bread, and eggs. B She bought the following items, milk, bread, and eggs. C She bought the following items: milk, bread and, eggs. D She bought the following items; milk, bread, and eggs.
87. Question 87 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated tag question.

    A You are coming, aren't you. B You are coming, aren't you? C You are coming aren't you? D You are coming, aren't you!
88. Question 88 of 100

    Which of the following best describes appropriate use of the exclamation mark in formal/CSS-level writing?

    A Only in academic titles. B Frequently, at the end of every important sentence, to emphasize key points. C Only in questions, never in statements. D Sparingly, reserved for genuinely strong emotion or emphasis; overuse undermines a formal, objective tone.
89. Question 89 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated joint possession.

    A Ali's and Sara' house is beautiful. B Ali's and Sara's house is beautiful, implies they each own a separate house. C Ali and Sara' house is beautiful. D Ali and Sara's house is beautiful.
90. Question 90 of 100

    Choose the correctly hyphenated prefix construction.

    A She is a self, made entrepreneur. B She is a self-made entrepreneur. C She is a selfmade entrepreneur. D She is a self made entrepreneur.
91. Question 91 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated possessive form for a plural noun ending in 's'.

    A The student's books were collected, wrong here since it's plural. B The students' books were collected. C The studentss' books were collected. D The students's books were collected.
92. Question 92 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence using a comma with a conjunctive adverb.

    A The traffic was heavy however, we arrived on time. B The traffic was heavy; however, we arrived on time. C The traffic was heavy, however we arrived on time. D The traffic was heavy, however, we arrived on time, using only a comma before, is also fully correct and standard.
93. Question 93 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence contrasting two related independent ideas with a semicolon.

    A Some students prefer online classes. others prefer traditional lectures. B Some students prefer online classes: others prefer traditional lectures, less standard usage here. C Some students prefer online classes, others prefer traditional lectures. D Some students prefer online classes; others prefer traditional lectures.
94. Question 94 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with a comma after 'yes' or 'no'.

    A No, I haven't finished, the report yet. B No, I haven't finished the report yet. C No I haven't, finished the report yet. D No I haven't finished the report yet.
95. Question 95 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence.

    A Where are you going, B Where are you going! C Where are you going. D Where are you going?
96. Question 96 of 100

    Identify the error: 'The report concluded that the policy had failed!!!'

    A Multiple exclamation marks should not be used; a single exclamation mark (or none, in formal writing) is standard B No error C 'failed' should be capitalized D 'concluded' should be 'concludes'
97. Question 97 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with a comma before a name/title used in direct address at the end.

    A Thank you for your cooperation, Dr. Ahmed. B Thank you for your cooperation, Dr Ahmed, is also acceptable if the period after 'Dr' is omitted in British style. C Thank you, for your cooperation, Dr. Ahmed. D Thank you for your cooperation Dr. Ahmed.
98. Question 98 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence using a comma after an introductory phrase.

    A After finishing, his homework he went outside to play. B After, finishing his homework, he went outside to play. C After finishing his homework, he went outside to play. D After finishing his homework he went outside to play.
99. Question 99 of 100

    Choose the correctly punctuated sentence distinguishing 'who's' and 'whose'.

    A Who's book is this? Whose coming to the party? B Whose book is this? Who's coming to the party? C Whose book is this? Whose coming to the party? D Who's book is this? Who's coming to the party?
100. Question 100 of 100

     Identify the error: 'The dog wagged it's tail happily.'

     A No error B 'wagged' should be 'wags' C 'happily' should be 'happy' D 'it's' should be 'its' (possessive, not a contraction)

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