Good grammar skills are essential.
You'll use them when you write papers and take exams for classes, in your college admission essay, and on standardized tests. You won't leave them behind when you graduate, either: you'll rely on these skills when you write cover letters for job applications, professional emails, thank-you notes, blog posts... We could go on and on, but why not put your skills to the test? Try the exercise below to see if your grammar knowledge makes the grade.
Choose the phrase that correctly replaces the underlined part of the sentence. Choose A if you think the underlined phrase is correct.
Want more grammar exercises, or to brush up on your skills? Check out our book Grammar Smart . It's a guide to perfect usage, and packed with drills and quizzes.
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