Identify the complete sentence. Later, he called his portfolio...

Identify the complete sentence.

Later, he called his portfolio manager.

Before you make financial decisions.

Whenever opening or using communication software.                         

Identify the correctly written compound sentences. Check all that apply.

E-mail can be an efficient way to communicate, and it makes communicating across time zones much easier.

All e-mail, even once deleted, is retrievable and, therefore, you should avoid sending sensitive information in an e-mail.

E-mail facilitates collaboration between people in remote locations; however, when collaboration requires the exchange of large data files, it is often easier to use web-based collaboration software.

Many people prefer e-mail over phone conversations, they leave a written record.

Identify the error in the compound sentence below, and choose the best revision.

The CFO discussed stakeholder concerns in relation to the financial turnaround plan he then presented next month's projected sales.

The CFO discussed stakeholder concerns in relation to the financial turnaround plan, he then presented next month's projected sales.

The CFO discussed stakeholder concerns in relation to the financial turnaround plan; he then presented next month's projected sales.

The CFO discussed stakeholder concerns in relation to the financial turnaround plan and he then presented next month's projected sales.

Identify the correctly written compound sentences. Check all that apply.

Pie charts should be used to show relationships between parts of a whole, but bar graphs should be used to illustrate differences between items or variables.

Good writers use parallel structure in lists to display strong logic; bad writers create unparallel lists that lack logic

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Informational messages are usually organized in a direct manner but sensitive messages are often indirect to avoid offending the recipient.

Sending quick, irrational replies to upsetting e-mail messages can be emotionally gratifying;

however, it is not wise.

What are the seven coordinating conjunctions?

Since, after, whatever, when, whenever, whether, while

And, but, for, or, nor, so, yet

Therefore, moreover, thus, consequently, however, also, furthermore

Which of the sentences below are correctly constructed? Check all that apply.

All language is based on patterns.

Crafting effective electronic messages requires a basic understanding of how electronic interfaces impact reading comprehension.

Since most electronic messages are presented in a different format than print messages.

Presentation visuals that incorporate too much text can be distracting, therefore well-integrated text and graphics make the most successful visuals.

Understanding language patterns will make you a better communicator; consequently, you will experience increased professional success.

Consider the following sentence fragment.

Although the status report was delivered by the chief operating officer.

Which is the best option for correcting the fragment above?

If the status report was delivered by the chief operating officer.

The status report was delivered by the chief operating officer.

Although the status report was delivered by the chief operating officer and his executive team.

In each of the sentences below, choose the best option to form a complete sentence.

Considering the sales goals, we set are (too high for the sales team's abilities/Last year/, your performance was above average.)

The wrap-up meeting is scheduled for Tuesday (, so/so/,)   if you are unable to attend, please let me know by Monday.

Some claim that China will be the next big economic superpower (, yet/but/,)   others disagree with this statement.

Identify the sentences with correct verb agreement. Check all that apply.

The receptionists at the help desk are collecting the applications.

The performance review by his supervisors are positive.

Team projects at work is routine for many companies.

Many small retailers working out of a single location boost profits by adding an online store.

Identify the sentences with correct verb agreement. Check all that apply.

The CFO, his assistant, or the VP of accounting is authorized to sign company checks.

The director of finance or the benefits manager are able to provide you with the information you requested.

Payroll and benefits are handled by our accounting and finance department.

All departmental account statements or payroll notices are generated through accounting and finance.

Your travel reimbursement and paycheck has been deposited in your account.

Identify the sentences with correct verb agreement. Check all that apply. Check all that apply.

The project team is hosting a luncheon for the lead engineer, who is retiring next month.

Members of the PR team have vowed to "go green."

The committee are planning a retreat for next October.

The group members has submitted the report.

The government has extensive databases on suspect organizations.

Identify the sentences with correct verb agreement. Check all that apply. Check all that apply.

Neither of my business suits is appropriate for this weather.

Nothing have been done regarding the harassment accusations.

Everyone gets excited whenever someone brings in donuts.

Identify the sentences with correct verb tense usage. Check all that apply.

She gave me the Lincoln Laser billing records before she left on vacation.

The new e-mail policy begun yesterday.

The HR department has known about the insurance premium increase for six weeks.

The board of directors chose the CFO to represent the company on a trip to Japan, and he accepts.

Consider the following scenarios.

It is 9:00 on Monday morning, and you have just arrived at work. You have a big presentation to give this afternoon but don't feel prepared. You wish you had one more day to prepare.

What should you say?

I wish it were still Sunday.

I wish it was still Sunday.

Someone accidentally deleted the last three entries in a client's billing account. Only you and two other people have the password to open the account files. It's possible that it was you who accidentally deleted the files.

What should you say?

If I were the one who deleted the files, I apologize.

If I was the one who deleted the files, I apologize.

Which of the following sentences uses the active voice?

This warranty covers the Panasonic home theater system.

The client was informed via e-mail.

The employees were not informed of the merger.

The following questions will test your knowledge of verb agreement, tense, mood, and voice. Answer the questions to review what you have just learned.

Select the correct verb form to complete each of the following sentences.

Each of the employees (eat/eats)   lunch in the company cafeteria.

Neither the CEO nor the CFO (has/have)   any recollection of the illegal funds transfer.

Wikis and secure chat software (improve/improve)    remote collaboration.

The governor's Workforce Development Council (come/comes)   from all walks of life: some are businesspeople; others are professors or farmhands or social workers.

Each of the data-entry clerks (prefers/prefer)   to work alone.

Identify the errors in the following sentences, and consider how best to revise them.

An announcement about summer internships are made every day.

Choose the best revision of the previous sentence.

An announcement about exciting summer internships are made every day.

An announcement about summer internships is made every day.

An announcement about summer internships have been made daily.

The finance committee and the grounds committee meets with the general manager biannually.

Choose the best revision of the previous sentence.

The finance committee and the grounds committee meet with the general manager biannually.

Biannually, the finance committee and the grounds committee meets with the general manager.

The finance and the grounds committees meets the general manager biannually.

Before traveling, the team reviews their itineraries to coordinate meeting locations and times.

Choose the best revision of the previous sentence.

Before traveling, the team reviews their itineraries, coordinating meeting locations and times.

Before traveling, the team review their itineraries to coordinate meeting locations and times.

Nobody who works here like to deliver bad news, but someone has to do it.

Choose the best revision of the previous sentence.

Nobody who works here like to deliver bad news, but someone have to.

Nobody who works here likes to deliver bad news, but someone have to do it.

Nobody who works here likes to deliver bad news, but someone has to do it.

Which of the following sentences use the subjunctive mood correctly? Check all that apply.

If I were in your shoes, I'd take the job.

Mr. Uzcategui wished he were traveling to Japan with the executive team.

She wondered if he were coming to work today.

Determine whether the following sentences use the active or the passive voice.

The vice president of HR terminated Susan's position.

Does the preceding sentence use the active or the passive voice?

Active

Passive

Mice have infested the break room.

Does the preceding sentence use the active or the passive voice?

Active

Passive

Which of the following sentences show correct verb tense usage? Check all that apply.

She chose to retire early and move to Cancun.

He has knew about the broken system for over a week now.

My boss comes in and fired me.