This is an MCQ-quiz for SAT Writing Diagnostic Test, which include questions on Identifying Word Usage From Errors.
Harold had always found the specialized jargon of artisanal coffee shops being confusing and intimidating.
being
and
No error
had always found
jargon of
His family grew up eating a steady diet of meat and potatoes, and now they are being reluctant to try new foods like enchiladas and kale chips.
steady diet
like enchiladas and kale chips
No error
are being
to try
Select the underlined word or phrase that needs to be changed to make the sentence correct. Some sentences contain no error at all.
The new budget was not determined entirely by the Board of Directors, but they certainly had a lot of influence. No error
had
No error
they
by
was not determined
Select the underlined word or phrase that needs to be changed to make the sentence correct. Some sentences contain no error at all.
Lauren sulked all during school because she felt "left out," but the conversation was between Jenny and I, and I had every right to keep it that way. No error
keep it that way
"left out,"
No error
between Jenny and I
all during
Members of the blue team travel around the city collecting buttons, and it will not be able to communicate with the red team at any time.
will not be able to
No error
at any time
collecting buttons
it
The lights were dimmed slow, and the crowd gasped when the blue glow of the painted letters became apparent.
gasped
became apparent
were dimmed
slow
No error
The sharp beak and beady eyes of a common farm chicken can be terrifying to those who have never seen this animal previous.
previous
No error
who
sharp beak and beady eyes
can be terrifying
Select the underlined word or phrase that needs to be changed to make the sentence correct. Some sentences contain no error at all.
The comprehensive chemistry exam consists in four parts in which students must correctly identify the element or compound. No error
No error
in which
comprehensive
in
correctly identify
Select the underlined word or phrase that needs to be changed to make the sentence correct. Some sentences contain no error at all.
While his parents were at work, Michael skipped school and decided to take the train for the city, where he met his older brother Jimmy and some of Jimmy"s friends. No error
where
No error
for
and some of Jimmy's
While his parents