What are some commonly misused words?

Which of the following statement is the best example of direct speech? a. I don't feel like cooking tonight. b. I'm ordering pizza to be delivered." c. "Wouldn't you rather have pizza tonight than that left over spaghetti?" d.

In which sentence is the underlined word a past participle? A. (Having) been warned of a possible eruption, the people left their town at the base of the volcano. B. (Flowing) lava from a volcano is an amazing sight to see. C.

Which part of a drama provides information for the actors about where to stand and what to do? dialogue sound effects backstory stage directions

Sentence using the word nonverbal

Twelfth Night explores uncertainty and inconstancy in love. Which set of lines in these excerpts from act II, scene IV, shows that Duke Orsino considers men to be more easily swayed by passion than women?

Which word in the sentence does the adjective modify? The geese waddled quickly toward the chilly lake. A. waddled B. geese C. lake D. quickly

1 ... and see the tears welling up in her little eyes when she is told that Funtown is closed to colored children, and see the depressing clouds of what is figure language A. Simile B. Metaphor C. Personification D. Symbolism E. Allusion

Which sentence reflects the correct usage of a plural possessive noun? a. Olympic snowboarders determination drives them through the rigorous' training required to remain competitive in the sport. b.

How do writers use direct characterization in a story? a) by unveiling the thoughts and actions of a character b) through the writers statements about the character c) through the comments and reactions of other characters d) by showing the

Select the answer that correctly completes the sentence. The way I see it (?) is that you and I deserve a reward for all our hard work. A), Jose B) Jose, C) Jose D), Jose,