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#GRAMMAR 7.9 PRACTICE (due date: Thursday, March 2)

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REDO CODE: PDZXRX

PART 1 of 2

DIRECTIONS:
1. Insert a hyphen or hyphens to separate the compound adjectives. (20 points)
*You must copy and paste the entire sentence into the box.
*Use proper capitalization and punctuation.
*Look at the number in parentheses to determine how many hyphens to include in your answer.
Question 1
1.

Studies have deter­mined the dis­tinc­tions between right or left brain functions. (2)

Question 2
2.

The two college students presented a subject by subject analysis. (2)

Question 3
3.

Acetaminophen is considered an over the counter medicine. (2)

Question 4
4.

My sister was born in the mid 1990s. (1)

Question 5
5.

I will be right back, I have to make a long distance phone call. (1)

Question 6
6.

Fred was applauded for his behind the scenes efforts to raise the capital necessary to launch the company. (2)

Question 7
7.

Does your car have two or four wheel drive? (2)

Question 8
8.

Highly motivated working parents find enriching after school programs for their children. (1)

Question 9
9.

Our long range plan included several marketing strategies. (1)

Question 10
10.

Home educational services are provided to children on a case by case basis. (2)

Question 11
11.

The play was well rehearsed by a troupe of extremely professional actors. (1)

Question 12
12.

My accident prone cousin is coming to visit us this weekend. (1)

Question 13
13.

My sister has to have sugar free candy due to her diabetes. (1)

Question 14
14.

First, second, and third graders are just the cutest! (3)

Question 15
15.

At my job, we use computer aided technology. (1)

Question 16
16.

I have just finished reading a 300 page book. (1)

Question 17
17.

I enjoy eating gluten free items. (1)

Question 18
18.

The class is learning about pro American leaders. (1)

Question 19
19.

Can you please show me a cross section of the house? (1)

Question 20
20.

I can’t believe you are sixty seven! (1)

PART 2 of 2

DIRECTIONS:
1. In EIGHT of the sentences, insert a hyphen or hyphens to separate the compound adjectives. (8 points)
*You must copy and paste the entire sentence into the box.
*Use proper capitalization and punctuation.
*Look at the number in parentheses to determine how many hyphens to include in your answer.

2. In EIGHT of the sentences, write correct in the box for your answer. (8 points)
Question 21
21.

This medical study is for 25, 35, 45, and 55 year olds only. (5)

Question 22
22.

The man is forty years old on Sunday. (0 or 1)

Question 23
23.

The spiritually inclined woman went to church. (0 or 1)

Question 24
24.

The injured man is twenty five years old. (0 or 1)

Question 25
25.

That cookie has a bell like shape to it. (0 or 1)

Question 26
26.

That mouth watering pizza is about to be consumed in about thirty seconds. (0 or 1)

Question 27
27.

The person who just boarded our bus is a nationally known scientist. (0 or 1)

Question 28
28.

I work an eight hour day, five days a week. (0 or 1)

Question 29
29.

My often late older brother is the one who is supposed to drive me to school. (0 or 1)

Question 30
30.

Schools are often categorized according to the number of free and reduced lunch students enrolled. (2)

Question 31
31.

You are a very powerful leader for our company. (0 or 1)

Question 32
32.

We have non English speaking air traffic controllers on staff. (2)

Question 33
33.

Wow, that man is very quick thinking! (0 or 1)

Question 34
34.

Place your order pre Christmas to enjoy our discount. (0 or 1)

Question 35
35.

I would like to purchase a home that is custom built. (0 or 1)

Question 36
36.

The school bus is unusually slow today. (0 or 1)