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Test 2 Functions
The Little Brown Handbook, 6/C/e (Fowler/Aaron/McArthur)
Identify the part of the sentence underlined in each sentence.
1) The band was ready to leave, but the car would not start.
A) subject
B) among, between
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) complement
Answer: A
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
2) As the band walked to work, Elwood composed a song called “Cadillac Blues.”
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) modifier
Answer: B
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
3) The Lexus, however, started easily and purred like a kitten.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) modifier
Answer: E
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
4) When the band heard that the bartender’s car wouldn’t start, they all laughed.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) complement
Answer: A
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
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5) As the band drove off into the sunset, the bartender wondered where Elwood had borrowed another
car.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) complement
Answer: D
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
6) As she prepared to dive, she carefully folded her body in the proper position.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) modifier
Answer: D
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
7) The company offered John a promotion.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) complement
Answer: C
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
8) To succeed in university, a student should study hard, manage time well, and be organized.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) modifier
Answer: B
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
9) The Federal government must protect Medicare.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) complement
Answer: D
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
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10) We had a wonderful visit to the Maritimes.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) modifier
Answer: E
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
11) I enjoy studying grammar; it is exciting.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) complement
Answer: E
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
12) The cheerful sounds of wind chimes can alleviate winter depression.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) modifier
Answer: E
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
13) After working four weekends in a row, I celebrated freedom with dinner and a movie.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) modifier
Answer: B
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
14) Teachers appreciate students who exhibit maturity by taking responsibility for their actions.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) complement
Answer: D
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
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15) When she went to the urgent care clinic, the doctor looked at her infected hand and gave her
antibiotics.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) modifier
Answer: B
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
16) The letter carrier has been delivering the mail for twenty years.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) modifier
Answer: E
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
17) The actor had only one goal in life; indeed, he wanted only fame.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) modifier
Answer: A
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
18) I know that is a sure bet, but I am not a betting person.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) complement
Answer: E
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
19) Every summer Susie goes to the seashore, where she collects seashells.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) modifier
Answer: D
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
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20) Janice likes yoga because it is fulfilling, relaxing exercise.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) complement
Answer: E
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
21) When you see Shane, give him my congratulations.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) modifier
Answer: C
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
22) They like to go to classes, but they tend to socialize rather than listen to lectures.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) modifier
Answer: A
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
23) Jacob misplaced the gifts that he had bought for his son.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) complement
Answer: A
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
24) His whining is less annoying than hers.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) complement
Answer: E
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
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25) Mrs. Bland, our drama coach, said that our performance was very inspiring.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) complement
Answer: E
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
26) The sensible young woman decided to stop speaking to her neighbour.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) modifier
Answer: B
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
27) Watching dance recitals gives parents pleasure.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) complement
Answer: C
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
28) My brother is a mechanic for Air Canada.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) complement
Answer: E
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
29) Purolator sent Roberta the manuscript two days late.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) modifier
Answer: C
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
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30) To complete the process, the vendor mailed consumers the information.
A) subject
B) predicate
C) indirect object
D) direct object
E) complement
Answer: C
Page Ref: LBH 6/Ce, Ch 5, pp. 171ff
