Instructions
Complete the exercises below by filling in the answers in the provided space. Review your notes on modal verbs, subordinating conjunctions, adverbial phrases, adverbs, the subjunctive mood, the correct use of commas, and hyphenated words to help you with your answers.
1. Modal Verbs
Fill in the blanks with the correct modal verb (can, could, will, would, may, might, must, shall):
a) She __________ go to the party if she finishes her homework.
b) You __________ be joking about that!
c) They __________ have arrived by now.
d) He __________ help you with that project.
2. Subordinating Conjunctions
Choose the appropriate subordinating conjunction (although, because, if, when, since) to complete each sentence:
a) __________ it is raining, we will still go for a walk.
b) I will study a lot __________ I want to pass the test.
c) We can go outside __________ the storm passes.
3. Adverbial Phrases
Identify the adverbial phrase in the following sentences:
a) She completed the assignment with great care.
Answer: ___________________________________________
b) They arrived at the store in a hurry.
Answer: ___________________________________________
4. Adverbs
Identify and write down the adverb in each sentence:
a) He ran quickly to catch the bus.
Answer: ___________________________________________
b) The dog barked loudly at the stranger.
Answer: ___________________________________________
5. Subjunctive Mood
Rewrite the following sentences using the subjunctive mood:
a) I hope she is happy with her results.
Answer: ___________________________________________
b) If I were you, I would take that opportunity.
Answer: ___________________________________________
6. Correct Use of Commas
Insert commas where necessary in the following sentences:
a) I bought apples oranges bananas and grapes.
Answer: ___________________________________________
b) Before we leave the house we should check the weather.
Answer: ___________________________________________
7. Hyphenated Words
Use hyphens where appropriate in the following sentences:
a) The fire truck was parked in front of the single story building.
Answer: ___________________________________________
b) It is a well known fact that exercise is important for health.
Answer: ___________________________________________