Most of the sentences in the following paragraphs contain at least one error in the use of verbs. If a verb form is incorrect, give the correct form. If a sentence is already correct, write $C$.

EXAMPLE: From my aunt I learned a great deal about the use of lacquer, a substance that is drawed from certain trees of the cashew family. drawn

Ever since I first expressed an interest in lacquerware, my aunt has telled me more and more about its history and production.

Most of the sentences in the following paragraphs contain errors in verb usage. If a verb form is incorrect, give the correct form. If a sentence is already correct, write $C$.

EXAMPLE: The early European and Asian explorers of the Americas taked home with them many foods indigenous to North and South America. took

So many new spices, fruits, vegetables, meats, and grains hitted the market that this period in history can be called a "Food Revolution."

Each of the following sentences contains an error in the use of verb forms. Identify the error, and then give the correct form of the verb.

EXAMPLE: Finishing his research, simon began writing his report on the Seneca chief Kaiiontwa'ko. Finishing-Having finished

They were hoping to have had a multiple-choice test in history instead of an essay exam.

Revise the following sentences by changing verbs from the passive voice to the active voice wherever you think the changes are desirable. If you think the passive voice is preferable, write $C$. For each verb, be prepared to explain why you think the active or passive voice is preferable.

EXAMPLE: An interesting legend about the origin of the kachinas was told to us by one of the participants in the Hopi ceremonial dance.

One of the participants in the Hopi ceremonial dance told us an interesting legend about the origin of the kachinas.

The chapters on constitutional amendments, which had been assigned to us last week by Mrs. Robinson, were reviewed by us before the test

For each of the following sentences, identify the mood of the italicized verb as indicative, *imperative, *or subjunctive.

EXAMPLE:If I were as talented an actor as you, I would try out for the lead in the play.

• subjunctive*

Please wait here while I get the rest of my books.

Identify the tenses of the verbs in each of the following pairs of sentences. Also tell whether the verbs are in the progressive or emphatic form. Be prepared to explain how these differences in tense affect the meanings of the sentences.

EXAMPLE: a. Why had she gone to the theater? b. Why has she been going to the theater? a. past perfect tense b. present perfect progressive tense

a. Uncle Jed lived in Abilene for sixty years. b. Uncle Jed has lived in Abilene for sixty years.

Find and correct any errors in verb forms in each sentence in the following paragraphs. If a sentence is already correct, write $C$.

EXAMPLE: Part of an Apache ceremony called Sunrise Ceremonial is shone in the photograph here. shown

During the winter Carla's mother choose a campsite where Carla, her family, and her friends would live for two weeks according to the ways of their ancestors.

Most of the following sentences contain awkward, informal, or incorrect verb usage. If a sentence has an awkward, informal, or incorrect usage, revise the sentence, using the verb form that is correct according to the rules of formal, standard English. If a sentence is already correct, write $C$.

EXAMPL: Oh no, I think I have broke my watch.

• Oh no, I think I have broken my watch.*

They hoped to interview the astronauts.

Most of the following sentences contain errors in the use of past or past participle forms of verbs. If a verb form is incorrect, give the correct form. If a sentence is already correct, write $C$.

EXAMPLES: Weren't these parts order over two months ago? ordered Alec and Maribel are supposed to meet at the museum. supposed

Hadn't she check the gas gauge?

Choose the correct verb form in parentheses in each of the following sentences.

EXAMPLE:On your desk are (lying, laying) several letters that require your signature, Ms. Carmichael. lying

The calf (lay, laid) on a pile of straw.

Each of the following sentences contains awkward, informal, or incorrect verb usage. Revise each sentence according to the rules of formal, standard English.

EXAMPLE: Keisha said that if she was the President, she would veto the bill. was-were

Winning the medal, she revised her practice schedule and gave herself more free time.

Complete each of the following sentences, using the correct past or past participle form of the italicized verb.

EXAMPLE: tell Mr. Paz ________ us about the early Spanish explorers who searched for gold in the Americas. told

stand Then, after the mixture of corn, water, and lime or as had _______________for a few hours, the tortillas were cooked.

Each of the following sentences contains an error in the use of tenses. Revise each sentence to correct the error.

EXAMPLE: Frida not only wrote the story but also has illustrated it. Frida not only wrote the story but also illustrated it. or Frida not only has written the story but also has illustrated it.

Mr. Frey already complained to the neighbors many times before he called the police.

For each of the following sentences, supply an appropriate modal.

EXAMPLE: If no one objects, I __________ tell the council what our decision is. will

Without Yoshi's help, we _______________________ not finish this on time.