Read each sentence below, and decide whether it contains a double negative. On the line provided, write either $D N$ for double negative or $S$ for standard.

Example $\underline{\text{DN}}$ 1. The tour guide can't do nothing about our lost luggage.

$\underline{\phantom{\text{DN}}}$ 10. My dog won't do nothing but wag his tail.

A In each sentence below, underline the word or expression in parentheses that makes the sentence correct according to the rules of formal, standard English.

Example 1. Do you know where my book bag ($\underline{\text{is}}$, is at)?

10. I'm afraid this is (all the farther, as far as) I can walk.

In each sentence below, underline the word or expression in parentheses that makes the sentence correct according to the rules of formal, standard English.

Example 1. Do you know the difference ($\underline{\text{between}}$, among) a tiger, a panther, and a cougar?

10. Sean knew that Alexander Graham Bell (discosered, invented) the telephone.

In each sentence below, underline the word or expression in parentheses that makes the sentence correct according to the rules of formal, standard English.

Example 1. Where did you find (that there, $\underline{\text{that}}$) vintage coat?

10. Rashid will (try and, try to) read everything he can about creating Web sites.

Revise each of the following sentences to reflect the rules of formal, standard English usage or to eliminate any sexist language. Cross out each nonstandard or sexist word, and write the standard or nonsexist word above it.

Example 1. $\cancel{\text{Beside}}$ (Besides) the bread, please pick up a quart of milk when you go to the store.

10. The polite guest acted like she didn't notice the messy room.

Each of the following sentences contains nonstandard usage or sexist language. Correct each sentence by crossing out nonstandard or sexist language and writing revisions above the original sentence. You may add words by inserting a caret $(\, \hat{} \, )$ and writing the added words above the caret.

Example 1. If a student studies hard, he $(\, \hat{\text{or she}} \, )$ shill do better on the exam.

1. She will travel anywheres her sister recommends.

In each sentence below, underline the word or expression in parentheses that makes the sentence correct according to the rules of formal, standard English.

Example 1. Where did you find (that there, $\underline{\text{that}}$) vintage coat?

1. When we finished shingling, I needed help getting (off, off of) the roof.

Read each sentence below, and decide whether it contains a double negative. On the line provided, write either $D N$ for double negative or $S$ for standard.

Example $\underline{\text{DN}}$ 1. The tour guide can't do nothing about our lost luggage.

$\underline{\phantom{\text{DN}}}$ 1. The shoe department don't have nothing left in your size.

Revise each of the following sentences to reflect the rules of formal, standard English or to eliminate any sexist language. Cross out each nonstandard or sexist word, and write the standard or nonsexist word above it.

Example 1. $\cancel{\text{Beside}}$ (Besides) two courses in Spanish, Helen is taking a course in South American history.

1. For some reason, we have less track meets than most other high schools in the state do.

In each sentence below, underline the word or expression in parentheses that makes the sentence correct according to the rules of formal, standard English.

Example 1. Do you know the difference ($\underline{\text{between}}$, among) a tiger, a panther, and a cougar?

1. Was it you who (discovered, invented) the crystal cave on the ranch?

Revise each of the following sentences to reflect the rules of formal, standard English usage or to eliminate any sexist language. Cross out each nonstandard or sexist word, and write the standard or nonsexist word above it.

Example 1. $\cancel{\text{Beside}}$ (Besides) the bread, please pick up a quart of milk when you go to the store.

1. Without I finish my homework, I won't be able to go to the game tonight.

A In each sentence below, underline the word or expression in parentheses that makes the sentence correct according to the rules of formal, standard English.

Example 1. Do you know where my book bag ($\underline{\text{is}}$, is at)?

1. This new medicine does have one side (affect, effect).

In each sentence below, underline the word or expression in parentheses that makes the sentence correct according to the rules of formal, standard English.

Example 1. Paula has a brother ($\underline{\text{who}}$, which) is in the class play.

1. My cousin (use to, used to) say I had better luck than anyone else in our family.

In each sentence below, underline the word or word group in parentheses that makes the sentence correct according to the rules of formal, standard English.

Example 1. Our (teacher he, $\underline{\text{teacher}}$) took us on a field trip last week.

1. You should never believe (these kind, these kinds) of stories.