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ACT English Grammar and Punctuation
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1
Question
What is the possessive form for a singular noun with apostrophe and -s?
Answer
Add 's (e.g., boy's)
2
Question
How do you form the possessive for plural nouns ending in -s?
Answer
Add apostrophe after the -s (e.g., boys' )
3
Question
What is the correct contraction vs. possessive distinction for 'it's' and 'its' in general usage?
Answer
It's = it is; its = possessive of it
4
Question
Which word is a possessive pronoun, not requiring an apostrophe: it's or its?
Answer
Its
5
Question
Choose the correct form: London is a city known for its attractions; it's/its among the most visited.
Answer
it's
6
Question
Identify the correct usage: They're, Their, or There for indicating possession.
Answer
Their indicates possession; They're is they are; There is a place
7
Question
What is the function of a semicolon in joining two sentences?
Answer
Links two independent clauses; can precede conjunctive adverbs
8
Question
When should you use a semicolon before a word like 'however' or 'therefore'?
Answer
Before a conjunctive adverb introducing a new clause
9
Question
What is the rule for using a comma before coordinating conjunctions (FANBOYS) to join independent clauses?
Answer
Use a comma before the conjunction to join two independent clauses
10
Question
Define a dependent clause and how it affects comma usage with an independent clause.
Answer
A clause that cannot stand alone; optional comma when it comes after the independent clause?
11
Question
When is a nonessential clause set off by commas?
Answer
When it can be removed without changing essential meaning
12
Question
In which case should a comma be placed around a nonessential clause?
Answer
London, which is a very old city, has modern parts
13
Question
What is the rule for comma usage in lists with adjectives that could be reordered?
Answer
Use a comma to separate items; order can be flexible
14
Question
How should a comma be used when introducing a list after a colon?
Answer
Colon introduces list; items follow after
15
Question
Which sentence illustrates correct dash usage for nonessential information?
Answer
London - which is a very old city - has many buildings
16
Question
What is the principle of wordiness/ redundancy on ACT English?
Answer
Shorter is better; pick the most concise correct option
17
Question
What is parallel structure in lists?
Answer
Maintain the same grammatical form across items
18
Question
When should the subject and verb agree in number?
Answer
When the subject is singular, use a singular verb; plural for plural
19
Question
What is a singular pronoun form vs a plural pronoun form for agreement?
Answer
Singular: it/its; plural: they/their
20
Question
Which pronoun should replace a singular noun?
Answer
It
21
Question
Which tense is described as continuing from past into present with 'has/have + past participle' and signals with 'for' or 'since'?
Answer
Present perfect
22
Question
What is the past perfect tense used for?
Answer
Had + past participle; describes an earlier past action
23
Question
In which phrase does the past perfect become mandatory?
Answer
With the phrase 'by the time'
24
Question
What is the difference between adjectives and adverbs in modification?
Answer
Adjectives modify nouns; adverbs modify verbs
25
Question
Which error is described by 'notion of adjective vs. adverb usage' on ACT?
Answer
Adverbs ending -ly should modify verbs; adjectives modify nouns
26
Question
What is the rule for 'not only... but (also)' in sentence coordination?
Answer
If not only appears, the paired element should appear as well
27
Question
How should who/which/whom be used?
Answer
Who for people, which for things; whom before a preposition
28
Question
What is a dangling modifier?
Answer
A modifying phrase not clearly attached to a noun
29
Question
Provide the corrected form for a misplaced modifier in: 'Born in 1907, self-portraits were…'
Answer
Born in 1907, Frida Kahlo was best known for her self-portraits
30
Question
What should pronoun case testing reveal in standard ACT questions?
Answer
Plural pronoun forms; e.g., 'you and I' vs. 'me and I' checks