Wednesday, January 5, 2011

The Cranky Language Lady: Wednesday Grammar Quiz for Grownups

To start off the New Year right, Prestwick House will be syndicating the weekly Wednesday Grammar Quiz for Grownups from the lovely folks at CrankyLanguageLady.com. Don't let the "cranky" in their title scare you away. With a sense of humor, clarity, and only occasional crankiness, Cranky Language Lady is a great source for tips and products for writers, would-be writers, and those who simply need a little help with writing.

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Wednesday Grammar Quiz for Grownups

Correct the following:

Erin literally died of embarrassment when she tripped and fell during the talent portion of the beauty contest. LaVerne on the other hand was literally turning cartwheels when she one the evening gown competition, and Julianna was literally bursting with pride when she one the swim suit competition.

See a
possible correction and explanation.



Correct the following:


For my first dinner party, I’m going to serve: prime rib, baked potatos with sour cream, creamed asparagus, and hot fudge sundays with whip creme,” Elaina wrote to her mother in an e-mail message.

See a possible correction and explanation.

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