Identifying Punctuation Errors

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SAT Writing › Identifying Punctuation Errors

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Select the underlined word or phrase that needs to be changed to make the sentence correct. Some sentences contain no error at all.

I bought two hundred specialized sheets of paper for the project, John bought some colored pencils. No error

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Select the underlined word or phrase that needs to be changed to make the sentence correct. Some sentences contain no error at all.

Thomas had always struggled with trigonometry, he thought that circles should remain circles and let triangles and squiggles be their own shapes. No error

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Select the underlined word or phrase that needs to be changed to make the sentence correct. Some sentences contain no error at all.

I was going to go for a run today, however, the stormy weather caused me to postpone my workout. No error

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Select the underlined word or phrase that needs to be changed to make the sentence correct. Some sentences contain no error at all.

The ceremony began; she lit the candle and passed it to Natasha. No error

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Select the underlined portion of the sentence below that needs to be changed to make the sentence correct. Some sentences contain no error at all.

The man walked into the store; bought his groceries, and went back home. NO ERROR

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Select the underlined word or phrase that needs to be changed to make the sentence correct. Some sentences contain no error at all.

The campers, and their counselors decided not to let the rain bother them; they continued with their plans to fish, hike, and swim before supper. No error

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Select the underlined word or phrase that needs to be changed to make the sentence correct. Some sentences contain no error at all.

Martha said she wanted to go shopping, eat ice cream and play leggos with her babysitter. No error

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Select the underlined portion of the sentence below that needs to be changed to make the sentence correct. Some sentences contain no error at all.

He ran to and from the store; several times. No error

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Select the underlined word or phrase that needs to be changed to make the sentence correct. Some sentences contain no error at all.

The carousel, originally introduced to Europe during the Crusades, was derived from a jousting game; and later became a staple at fairs and amusement parks. No error

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Select the underlined word or phrase that needs to be changed to make the sentence correct. Some sentences contain no error at all.

Cheese, my favorite food is the main reason I can never become a vegan. No error

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