Practice
Fifty original SAT-style Form, Structure, and Sense questions for Topic 10-5.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The plants grow in adjacent plots. Petal scent is not manipulated. The editor plans Grammar form blank: _____ the records about wide flowers with those about narrow flowers.
plans → to + base verb
infinitive complement
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
Correct. To compare is the required infinitive complement.
Incorrect. A second finite verb cannot directly fill the complement slot.
Incorrect. Compared does not form the required complement.
Incorrect. Comparing is not the conventional complement after plans here.
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor plans to compare the records about wide flowers with those about narrow flowers.”
plans → to + base verb
verb form
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The entry identifies Asha as a singer practicing in an original scene and Pavel as a neighbor repairing radios across the courtyard. The report, Grammar form blank: _____ both Asha and Pavel, presents a clear comparison.
report, participial supplement, presents
participial modifier
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
comparing both subjects → the report
Incorrect. The infinitive does not express the intended ongoing modifying action.
Correct. Comparing forms the participial modifier.
Incorrect. Compares creates an extra finite verb inside the supplement.
Incorrect. Compared would make the report the object of an unstated comparison rather than the actor performing it.
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb. The conventionally completed text reads: “The report, comparing both Asha and Pavel, presents a clear comparison.”
report, participial supplement, presents
verb form
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The account explains that descriptive captions and interpretive captions shape how visitors approach an artwork. The paired records can Grammar form blank: _____ why both captions increase discussion, but of different kinds.
modal can → base verb
modal plus base form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
the paired records (plural)
Incorrect. Clarified cannot directly follow can.
Incorrect. Clarifying cannot directly follow can.
Correct. Clarify is the base form required after can.
Incorrect. Clarifies cannot follow the modal can.
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify. The conventionally completed text reads: “The paired records can clarify why both captions increase discussion, but of different kinds.”
modal can → base verb
verb form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. Technicians store cells for twelve weeks. They return all cells to room temperature before testing. Grammar form blank: _____ the records about cool storage carefully helps the editor detect patterns.
gerund phrase → singular subject
gerund subject
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
Comparing the records (singular)
Incorrect. The imperative/base form does not create the intended noun-like subject.
Incorrect. The past participle does not form the required subject phrase.
Incorrect. An infinitive requires the base form compare, not compared.
Correct. Comparing forms a gerund phrase that can serve as the subject.
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject. The conventionally completed text reads: “ Comparing the records about cool storage carefully helps the editor detect patterns.”
gerund phrase → singular subject
verb form
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The restoration makes the chair usable without erasing its history. One missing carving cannot be reconstructed. The editor plans Grammar form blank: _____ the records about the carved chair with those about Mina.
plans → to + base verb
infinitive complement
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
Correct. To compare is the required infinitive complement.
Incorrect. A second finite verb cannot directly fill the complement slot.
Incorrect. Compared does not form the required complement.
Incorrect. Comparing is not the conventional complement after plans here.
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor plans to compare the records about the carved chair with those about Mina.”
plans → to + base verb
verb form
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. Headphones are available beside the projection. No spoken narration is used. The report, Grammar form blank: _____ both field recordings and projected maps, presents a clear comparison.
report, participial supplement, presents
participial modifier
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
comparing both subjects → the report
Incorrect. The infinitive does not express the intended ongoing modifying action.
Correct. Comparing forms the participial modifier.
Incorrect. Compares creates an extra finite verb inside the supplement.
Incorrect. Compared would make the report the object of an unstated comparison rather than the actor performing it.
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb. The conventionally completed text reads: “The report, comparing both field recordings and projected maps, presents a clear comparison.”
report, participial supplement, presents
verb form
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The entry identifies automated microphones as recorders placed throughout a synthetic forest survey and human listening points as scheduled observations by trained listeners. The paired records can Grammar form blank: _____ why combining methods produces the longest species list.
modal can → base verb
modal plus base form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
the paired records (plural)
Incorrect. Clarified cannot directly follow can.
Incorrect. Clarifying cannot directly follow can.
Correct. Clarify is the base form required after can.
Incorrect. Clarifies cannot follow the modal can.
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify. The conventionally completed text reads: “The paired records can clarify why combining methods produces the longest species list.”
modal can → base verb
verb form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The account explains that harbor tax lists and vendors' petitions show economic pressure during the same decade. Grammar form blank: _____ the records about harbor tax lists carefully helps the editor detect patterns.
gerund phrase → singular subject
gerund subject
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
Comparing the records (singular)
Incorrect. The imperative/base form does not create the intended noun-like subject.
Incorrect. The past participle does not form the required subject phrase.
Incorrect. An infinitive requires the base form compare, not compared.
Correct. Comparing forms a gerund phrase that can serve as the subject.
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject. The conventionally completed text reads: “ Comparing the records about harbor tax lists carefully helps the editor detect patterns.”
gerund phrase → singular subject
verb form
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. A translator lists several meanings for a key verb. She creates two versions to test different tonal effects. The editor plans Grammar form blank: _____ the records about version A with those about version B.
plans → to + base verb
infinitive complement
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
Correct. To compare is the required infinitive complement.
Incorrect. A second finite verb cannot directly fill the complement slot.
Incorrect. Compared does not form the required complement.
Incorrect. Comparing is not the conventional complement after plans here.
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor plans to compare the records about version A with those about version B.”
plans → to + base verb
verb form
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. Each line performs best under a different condition. The trial occurs in pots rather than field plots. The report, Grammar form blank: _____ both line K and line M, presents a clear comparison.
report, participial supplement, presents
participial modifier
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
comparing both subjects → the report
Incorrect. The infinitive does not express the intended ongoing modifying action.
Correct. Comparing forms the participial modifier.
Incorrect. Compares creates an extra finite verb inside the supplement.
Incorrect. Compared would make the report the object of an unstated comparison rather than the actor performing it.
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb. The conventionally completed text reads: “The report, comparing both line K and line M, presents a clear comparison.”
report, participial supplement, presents
verb form
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The blocks have similar street widths. Bus traffic is heavier on Block Birch. The paired records can Grammar form blank: _____ why Block Alder remains cooler, though both blocks reduce direct sun.
modal can → base verb
modal plus base form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
the paired records (plural)
Incorrect. Clarified cannot directly follow can.
Incorrect. Clarifying cannot directly follow can.
Correct. Clarify is the base form required after can.
Incorrect. Clarifies cannot follow the modal can.
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify. The conventionally completed text reads: “The paired records can clarify why Block Alder remains cooler, though both blocks reduce direct sun.”
modal can → base verb
verb form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The entry identifies large date text as the most prominent element in a concert poster and small venue text as information placed near the poster's bottom edge. Grammar form blank: _____ the records about large date text carefully helps the editor detect patterns.
gerund phrase → singular subject
gerund subject
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
Comparing the records (singular)
Incorrect. The imperative/base form does not create the intended noun-like subject.
Incorrect. The past participle does not form the required subject phrase.
Incorrect. An infinitive requires the base form compare, not compared.
Correct. Comparing forms a gerund phrase that can serve as the subject.
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject. The conventionally completed text reads: “ Comparing the records about large date text carefully helps the editor detect patterns.”
gerund phrase → singular subject
verb form
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The account explains that healthy-reef sounds and quiet control speakers are placed near comparable habitat structures. The editor plans Grammar form blank: _____ the records about healthy-reef sounds with those about quiet control speakers.
plans → to + base verb
infinitive complement
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
Correct. To compare is the required infinitive complement.
Incorrect. A second finite verb cannot directly fill the complement slot.
Incorrect. Compared does not form the required complement.
Incorrect. Comparing is not the conventional complement after plans here.
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor plans to compare the records about healthy-reef sounds with those about quiet control speakers.”
plans → to + base verb
verb form
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. Planners identify neighborhoods with low borrowing rates. They add stops and evening hours for eight weeks. The report, Grammar form blank: _____ both mobile library stops and extended evening hours, presents a clear comparison.
report, participial supplement, presents
participial modifier
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
comparing both subjects → the report
Incorrect. The infinitive does not express the intended ongoing modifying action.
Correct. Comparing forms the participial modifier.
Incorrect. Compares creates an extra finite verb inside the supplement.
Incorrect. Compared would make the report the object of an unstated comparison rather than the actor performing it.
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb. The conventionally completed text reads: “The report, comparing both mobile library stops and extended evening hours, presents a clear comparison.”
report, participial supplement, presents
verb form
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. Using both records reduces errors in reconstructing the sequence. The workshop studies one short dance. The paired records can Grammar form blank: _____ why using both records reduces errors in reconstructing the sequence.
modal can → base verb
modal plus base form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
the paired records (plural)
Incorrect. Clarified cannot directly follow can.
Incorrect. Clarifying cannot directly follow can.
Correct. Clarify is the base form required after can.
Incorrect. Clarifies cannot follow the modal can.
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify. The conventionally completed text reads: “The paired records can clarify why using both records reduces errors in reconstructing the sequence.”
modal can → base verb
verb form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. Camera angle remains fixed. Room temperature is held constant. Grammar form blank: _____ the records about waxed leaves carefully helps the editor detect patterns.
gerund phrase → singular subject
gerund subject
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
Comparing the records (singular)
Incorrect. The imperative/base form does not create the intended noun-like subject.
Incorrect. The past participle does not form the required subject phrase.
Incorrect. An infinitive requires the base form compare, not compared.
Correct. Comparing forms a gerund phrase that can serve as the subject.
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject. The conventionally completed text reads: “ Comparing the records about waxed leaves carefully helps the editor detect patterns.”
gerund phrase → singular subject
verb form
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The entry identifies Laleh's interview as a fictional oral history about a textile strike and Bento's interview as another fictional account of the same strike. The editor plans Grammar form blank: _____ the records about Laleh's interview with those about Bento's interview.
plans → to + base verb
infinitive complement
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
Correct. To compare is the required infinitive complement.
Incorrect. A second finite verb cannot directly fill the complement slot.
Incorrect. Compared does not form the required complement.
Incorrect. Comparing is not the conventional complement after plans here.
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor plans to compare the records about Laleh's interview with those about Bento's interview.”
plans → to + base verb
verb form
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The account explains that the old depot shell and the reading rooms combine historical character with flexible use. The report, Grammar form blank: _____ both the old depot shell and the reading rooms, presents a clear comparison.
report, participial supplement, presents
participial modifier
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
comparing both subjects → the report
Incorrect. The infinitive does not express the intended ongoing modifying action.
Correct. Comparing forms the participial modifier.
Incorrect. Compares creates an extra finite verb inside the supplement.
Incorrect. Compared would make the report the object of an unstated comparison rather than the actor performing it.
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb. The conventionally completed text reads: “The report, comparing both the old depot shell and the reading rooms, presents a clear comparison.”
report, participial supplement, presents
verb form
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. Mara sketches a small frame and folds paper around it. She lights the finished lantern beside Ilan's window. The paired records can Grammar form blank: _____ why the two designs produce different shadows but attract the same delighted crowd.
modal can → base verb
modal plus base form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
the paired records (plural)
Incorrect. Clarified cannot directly follow can.
Incorrect. Clarifying cannot directly follow can.
Correct. Clarify is the base form required after can.
Incorrect. Clarifies cannot follow the modal can.
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify. The conventionally completed text reads: “The paired records can clarify why the two designs produce different shadows but attract the same delighted crowd.”
modal can → base verb
verb form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. Average approach speed falls more at raised crossings. The test covers only low-speed neighborhood roads. Grammar form blank: _____ the records about raised crossings carefully helps the editor detect patterns.
gerund phrase → singular subject
gerund subject
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
Comparing the records (singular)
Incorrect. The imperative/base form does not create the intended noun-like subject.
Incorrect. The past participle does not form the required subject phrase.
Incorrect. An infinitive requires the base form compare, not compared.
Correct. Comparing forms a gerund phrase that can serve as the subject.
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject. The conventionally completed text reads: “ Comparing the records about raised crossings carefully helps the editor detect patterns.”
gerund phrase → singular subject
verb form
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The collection spans one century. Object labels use consistent dates. The editor plans Grammar form blank: _____ the records about chronological layout with those about thematic alcoves.
plans → to + base verb
infinitive complement
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
Correct. To compare is the required infinitive complement.
Incorrect. A second finite verb cannot directly fill the complement slot.
Incorrect. Compared does not form the required complement.
Incorrect. Comparing is not the conventional complement after plans here.
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor plans to compare the records about chronological layout with those about thematic alcoves.”
plans → to + base verb
verb form
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The entry identifies Nia as the narrator of an original reflective vignette and Grandmother Sefa as the relative whose garden Nia remembers. The report, Grammar form blank: _____ both Nia and Grandmother Sefa, presents a clear comparison.
report, participial supplement, presents
participial modifier
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
comparing both subjects → the report
Incorrect. The infinitive does not express the intended ongoing modifying action.
Correct. Comparing forms the participial modifier.
Incorrect. Compares creates an extra finite verb inside the supplement.
Incorrect. Compared would make the report the object of an unstated comparison rather than the actor performing it.
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb. The conventionally completed text reads: “The report, comparing both Nia and Grandmother Sefa, presents a clear comparison.”
report, participial supplement, presents
verb form
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The account explains that translated notices and audio summaries expand access to public information. The paired records can Grammar form blank: _____ why residents report fewer missed instructions when formats are combined.
modal can → base verb
modal plus base form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
the paired records (plural)
Incorrect. Clarified cannot directly follow can.
Incorrect. Clarifying cannot directly follow can.
Correct. Clarify is the base form required after can.
Incorrect. Clarifies cannot follow the modal can.
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify. The conventionally completed text reads: “The paired records can clarify why residents report fewer missed instructions when formats are combined.”
modal can → base verb
verb form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. Voice One lists trains and shutters. Voice Two answers each image with a natural sound. Grammar form blank: _____ the records about Voice One carefully helps the editor detect patterns.
gerund phrase → singular subject
gerund subject
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
Comparing the records (singular)
Incorrect. The imperative/base form does not create the intended noun-like subject.
Incorrect. The past participle does not form the required subject phrase.
Incorrect. An infinitive requires the base form compare, not compared.
Correct. Comparing forms a gerund phrase that can serve as the subject.
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject. The conventionally completed text reads: “ Comparing the records about Voice One carefully helps the editor detect patterns.”
gerund phrase → singular subject
verb form
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The late clock makes the wait feel longer than it is. The narrator never explains why the clock is slow. The editor plans Grammar form blank: _____ the records about Tomas with those about the station clock.
plans → to + base verb
infinitive complement
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
Correct. To compare is the required infinitive complement.
Incorrect. A second finite verb cannot directly fill the complement slot.
Incorrect. Compared does not form the required complement.
Incorrect. Comparing is not the conventional complement after plans here.
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor plans to compare the records about Tomas with those about the station clock.”
plans → to + base verb
verb form
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. Gallery lighting remains constant. Visitors choose their own walking pace. The report, Grammar form blank: _____ both short object labels and question-based labels, presents a clear comparison.
report, participial supplement, presents
participial modifier
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
comparing both subjects → the report
Incorrect. The infinitive does not express the intended ongoing modifying action.
Correct. Comparing forms the participial modifier.
Incorrect. Compares creates an extra finite verb inside the supplement.
Incorrect. Compared would make the report the object of an unstated comparison rather than the actor performing it.
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb. The conventionally completed text reads: “The report, comparing both short object labels and question-based labels, presents a clear comparison.”
report, participial supplement, presents
verb form
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The entry identifies planning sketches as drawings made before a fictional neighborhood mural and repair photographs as images documenting later conservation work. The paired records can Grammar form blank: _____ why the combined archive distinguishes design changes from later damage.
modal can → base verb
modal plus base form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
the paired records (plural)
Incorrect. Clarified cannot directly follow can.
Incorrect. Clarifying cannot directly follow can.
Correct. Clarify is the base form required after can.
Incorrect. Clarifies cannot follow the modal can.
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify. The conventionally completed text reads: “The paired records can clarify why the combined archive distinguishes design changes from later damage.”
modal can → base verb
verb form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The account explains that Evelyn's map and Rafi's map represent the same neighborhood through different priorities. Grammar form blank: _____ the records about Evelyn's map carefully helps the editor detect patterns.
gerund phrase → singular subject
gerund subject
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
Comparing the records (singular)
Incorrect. The imperative/base form does not create the intended noun-like subject.
Incorrect. The past participle does not form the required subject phrase.
Incorrect. An infinitive requires the base form compare, not compared.
Correct. Comparing forms a gerund phrase that can serve as the subject.
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject. The conventionally completed text reads: “ Comparing the records about Evelyn's map carefully helps the editor detect patterns.”
gerund phrase → singular subject
verb form
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The cooperative posts needed staffing slots. Workers choose shifts while a coordinator resolves gaps. The editor plans Grammar form blank: _____ the records about fixed shifts with those about self-selected shifts.
plans → to + base verb
infinitive complement
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
Correct. To compare is the required infinitive complement.
Incorrect. A second finite verb cannot directly fill the complement slot.
Incorrect. Compared does not form the required complement.
Incorrect. Comparing is not the conventional complement after plans here.
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor plans to compare the records about fixed shifts with those about self-selected shifts.”
plans → to + base verb
verb form
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. More patrons report knowing what to expect. The survey captures voluntary responses. The report, Grammar form blank: _____ both plain-language synopsis and sensory guide, presents a clear comparison.
report, participial supplement, presents
participial modifier
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
comparing both subjects → the report
Incorrect. The infinitive does not express the intended ongoing modifying action.
Correct. Comparing forms the participial modifier.
Incorrect. Compares creates an extra finite verb inside the supplement.
Incorrect. Compared would make the report the object of an unstated comparison rather than the actor performing it.
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb. The conventionally completed text reads: “The report, comparing both plain-language synopsis and sensory guide, presents a clear comparison.”
report, participial supplement, presents
verb form
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The rehearsal occurs in an empty library hall. Music stands are arranged in a semicircle. The paired records can Grammar form blank: _____ why listeners notice the final note more strongly after the silence.
modal can → base verb
modal plus base form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
the paired records (plural)
Incorrect. Clarified cannot directly follow can.
Incorrect. Clarifying cannot directly follow can.
Correct. Clarify is the base form required after can.
Incorrect. Clarifies cannot follow the modal can.
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify. The conventionally completed text reads: “The paired records can clarify why listeners notice the final note more strongly after the silence.”
modal can → base verb
verb form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The entry identifies Ridge Park as a small park with sports courts and Willow Park as a larger park with walking gardens. Grammar form blank: _____ the records about Ridge Park carefully helps the editor detect patterns.
gerund phrase → singular subject
gerund subject
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
Comparing the records (singular)
Incorrect. The imperative/base form does not create the intended noun-like subject.
Incorrect. The past participle does not form the required subject phrase.
Incorrect. An infinitive requires the base form compare, not compared.
Correct. Comparing forms a gerund phrase that can serve as the subject.
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject. The conventionally completed text reads: “ Comparing the records about Ridge Park carefully helps the editor detect patterns.”
gerund phrase → singular subject
verb form
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The account explains that ridge moss and hollow moss recover after rehydration. The editor plans Grammar form blank: _____ the records about ridge moss with those about hollow moss.
plans → to + base verb
infinitive complement
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
Correct. To compare is the required infinitive complement.
Incorrect. A second finite verb cannot directly fill the complement slot.
Incorrect. Compared does not form the required complement.
Incorrect. Comparing is not the conventional complement after plans here.
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor plans to compare the records about ridge moss with those about hollow moss.”
plans → to + base verb
verb form
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. Amal discovers the ticket in an inner pocket. She keeps the coat on while walking onto the stage. The report, Grammar form blank: _____ both Amal and the blue coat, presents a clear comparison.
report, participial supplement, presents
participial modifier
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
comparing both subjects → the report
Incorrect. The infinitive does not express the intended ongoing modifying action.
Correct. Comparing forms the participial modifier.
Incorrect. Compares creates an extra finite verb inside the supplement.
Incorrect. Compared would make the report the object of an unstated comparison rather than the actor performing it.
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb. The conventionally completed text reads: “The report, comparing both Amal and the blue coat, presents a clear comparison.”
report, participial supplement, presents
verb form
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. Waste declines under both signs, slightly more under community framing. The difference between signs is small. The paired records can Grammar form blank: _____ why waste declines under both signs, slightly more under community framing.
modal can → base verb
modal plus base form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
the paired records (plural)
Incorrect. Clarified cannot directly follow can.
Incorrect. Clarifying cannot directly follow can.
Correct. Clarify is the base form required after can.
Incorrect. Clarifies cannot follow the modal can.
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify. The conventionally completed text reads: “The paired records can clarify why waste declines under both signs, slightly more under community framing.”
modal can → base verb
verb form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. Soil moisture is controlled. The lamp remains on for six hours. Grammar form blank: _____ the records about dark-coated seeds carefully helps the editor detect patterns.
gerund phrase → singular subject
gerund subject
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
Comparing the records (singular)
Incorrect. The imperative/base form does not create the intended noun-like subject.
Incorrect. The past participle does not form the required subject phrase.
Incorrect. An infinitive requires the base form compare, not compared.
Correct. Comparing forms a gerund phrase that can serve as the subject.
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject. The conventionally completed text reads: “ Comparing the records about dark-coated seeds carefully helps the editor detect patterns.”
gerund phrase → singular subject
verb form
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The entry identifies Davin as a potter in an original fable and Reya as a traveler who buys Davin's cups. The editor plans Grammar form blank: _____ the records about Davin with those about Reya.
plans → to + base verb
infinitive complement
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
Correct. To compare is the required infinitive complement.
Incorrect. A second finite verb cannot directly fill the complement slot.
Incorrect. Compared does not form the required complement.
Incorrect. Comparing is not the conventional complement after plans here.
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor plans to compare the records about Davin with those about Reya.”
plans → to + base verb
verb form
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The account explains that online map comments and guided neighborhood rides contribute evidence about route conditions. The report, Grammar form blank: _____ both online map comments and guided neighborhood rides, presents a clear comparison.
report, participial supplement, presents
participial modifier
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
comparing both subjects → the report
Incorrect. The infinitive does not express the intended ongoing modifying action.
Correct. Comparing forms the participial modifier.
Incorrect. Compares creates an extra finite verb inside the supplement.
Incorrect. Compared would make the report the object of an unstated comparison rather than the actor performing it.
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb. The conventionally completed text reads: “The report, comparing both online map comments and guided neighborhood rides, presents a clear comparison.”
report, participial supplement, presents
verb form
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. Observers release marked moths at dusk. They record detections at route endpoints. The paired records can Grammar form blank: _____ why the continuous hedge yields more endpoint detections.
modal can → base verb
modal plus base form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
the paired records (plural)
Incorrect. Clarified cannot directly follow can.
Incorrect. Clarifying cannot directly follow can.
Correct. Clarify is the base form required after can.
Incorrect. Clarifies cannot follow the modal can.
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify. The conventionally completed text reads: “The paired records can clarify why the continuous hedge yields more endpoint detections.”
modal can → base verb
verb form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. Participation rises when students can contribute in two ways. The story does not declare either candidate the winner. Grammar form blank: _____ the records about Suri carefully helps the editor detect patterns.
gerund phrase → singular subject
gerund subject
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
Comparing the records (singular)
Incorrect. The imperative/base form does not create the intended noun-like subject.
Incorrect. The past participle does not form the required subject phrase.
Incorrect. An infinitive requires the base form compare, not compared.
Correct. Comparing forms a gerund phrase that can serve as the subject.
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject. The conventionally completed text reads: “ Comparing the records about Suri carefully helps the editor detect patterns.”
gerund phrase → singular subject
verb form
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The schools use identical menu cycles. Teachers receive cleanup bins. The editor plans Grammar form blank: _____ the records about before-school service with those about after-bell service.
plans → to + base verb
infinitive complement
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
Correct. To compare is the required infinitive complement.
Incorrect. A second finite verb cannot directly fill the complement slot.
Incorrect. Compared does not form the required complement.
Incorrect. Comparing is not the conventional complement after plans here.
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor plans to compare the records about before-school service with those about after-bell service.”
plans → to + base verb
verb form
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The entry identifies ribbed tiles as prototype roof tiles with raised channels and smooth tiles as prototype tiles with a flat surface. The report, Grammar form blank: _____ both ribbed tiles and smooth tiles, presents a clear comparison.
report, participial supplement, presents
participial modifier
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
comparing both subjects → the report
Incorrect. The infinitive does not express the intended ongoing modifying action.
Correct. Comparing forms the participial modifier.
Incorrect. Compares creates an extra finite verb inside the supplement.
Incorrect. Compared would make the report the object of an unstated comparison rather than the actor performing it.
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb. The conventionally completed text reads: “The report, comparing both ribbed tiles and smooth tiles, presents a clear comparison.”
report, participial supplement, presents
verb form
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The account explains that the postcard and the river convey distance through sparse details. The paired records can Grammar form blank: _____ why the limited description prompts the recipient to imagine the rest.
modal can → base verb
modal plus base form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
the paired records (plural)
Incorrect. Clarified cannot directly follow can.
Incorrect. Clarifying cannot directly follow can.
Correct. Clarify is the base form required after can.
Incorrect. Clarifies cannot follow the modal can.
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify. The conventionally completed text reads: “The paired records can clarify why the limited description prompts the recipient to imagine the rest.”
modal can → base verb
verb form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. Designers survey residents and document historic features. They merge a smaller fountain with shaded seating. Grammar form blank: _____ the records about the fountain plan carefully helps the editor detect patterns.
gerund phrase → singular subject
gerund subject
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
Comparing the records (singular)
Incorrect. The imperative/base form does not create the intended noun-like subject.
Incorrect. The past participle does not form the required subject phrase.
Incorrect. An infinitive requires the base form compare, not compared.
Correct. Comparing forms a gerund phrase that can serve as the subject.
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject. The conventionally completed text reads: “ Comparing the records about the fountain plan carefully helps the editor detect patterns.”
gerund phrase → singular subject
verb form
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. Cue effectiveness depends on when memory is tested. The experiment uses captive bees. The editor plans Grammar form blank: _____ the records about color cue with those about shape cue.
plans → to + base verb
infinitive complement
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
Correct. To compare is the required infinitive complement.
Incorrect. A second finite verb cannot directly fill the complement slot.
Incorrect. Compared does not form the required complement.
Incorrect. Comparing is not the conventional complement after plans here.
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor plans to compare the records about color cue with those about shape cue.”
plans → to + base verb
verb form
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The play is staged in a circular room. The mask has no painted mouth. The report, Grammar form blank: _____ both Mei and the silver mask, presents a clear comparison.
report, participial supplement, presents
participial modifier
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
comparing both subjects → the report
Incorrect. The infinitive does not express the intended ongoing modifying action.
Correct. Comparing forms the participial modifier.
Incorrect. Compares creates an extra finite verb inside the supplement.
Incorrect. Compared would make the report the object of an unstated comparison rather than the actor performing it.
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb. The conventionally completed text reads: “The report, comparing both Mei and the silver mask, presents a clear comparison.”
report, participial supplement, presents
verb form
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The entry identifies blue floor markings as a route cue tested in a synthetic design study and numbered wall signs as a second cue tested in the same building. The paired records can Grammar form blank: _____ why visitors navigate fastest when continuous and numbered cues are combined.
modal can → base verb
modal plus base form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
the paired records (plural)
Incorrect. Clarified cannot directly follow can.
Incorrect. Clarifying cannot directly follow can.
Correct. Clarify is the base form required after can.
Incorrect. Clarifies cannot follow the modal can.
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify. The conventionally completed text reads: “The paired records can clarify why visitors navigate fastest when continuous and numbered cues are combined.”
modal can → base verb
verb form
A modal auxiliary is followed by the base form clarify.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. The account explains that woody barriers and planted banks reduce erosion through different mechanisms. Grammar form blank: _____ the records about woody barriers carefully helps the editor detect patterns.
gerund phrase → singular subject
gerund subject
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
Comparing the records (singular)
Incorrect. The imperative/base form does not create the intended noun-like subject.
Incorrect. The past participle does not form the required subject phrase.
Incorrect. An infinitive requires the base form compare, not compared.
Correct. Comparing forms a gerund phrase that can serve as the subject.
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject. The conventionally completed text reads: “ Comparing the records about woody barriers carefully helps the editor detect patterns.”
gerund phrase → singular subject
verb form
Comparing functions as the head of a gerund phrase serving as the sentence's subject.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. Jun discovers an old unpaid entry. He crosses it out after the customer returns years later. The editor plans Grammar form blank: _____ the records about Jun with those about Jun's ledger.
plans → to + base verb
infinitive complement
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
Correct. To compare is the required infinitive complement.
Incorrect. A second finite verb cannot directly fill the complement slot.
Incorrect. Compared does not form the required complement.
Incorrect. Comparing is not the conventional complement after plans here.
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor plans to compare the records about Jun with those about Jun's ledger.”
plans → to + base verb
verb form
The verb plans conventionally takes an infinitive complement in this structure.
The passage requires a verb form that fits a particular syntactic slot. Material analysis links visual style to local production choices. Trade may have moved some vessels between regions. The report, Grammar form blank: _____ both river-clay bowls and ash-glazed jars, presents a clear comparison.
report, participial supplement, presents
participial modifier
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
comparing both subjects → the report
Incorrect. The infinitive does not express the intended ongoing modifying action.
Correct. Comparing forms the participial modifier.
Incorrect. Compares creates an extra finite verb inside the supplement.
Incorrect. Compared would make the report the object of an unstated comparison rather than the actor performing it.
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb. The conventionally completed text reads: “The report, comparing both river-clay bowls and ash-glazed jars, presents a clear comparison.”
report, participial supplement, presents
verb form
Comparing functions as a participial modifier while presents remains the finite main verb.
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