1. Everyone on the team has to submit <ins>their</ins> report by Friday. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
2. The committee members, including <ins>myself</ins>, agreed on the plan. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
3. In a student government meeting, the treasurer explained the budget to the president and the committee chairs, and several members asked clarifying questions. Because the conversation moved quickly, the secretary tried to capture the main points in the minutes. The draft minutes stated that <ins>them</ins> approved the new funding guidelines after a brief discussion. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
4. In the debate club, Priya and Carlos reviewed a stack of articles about renewable energy and highlighted claims they could fact-check. Their coach reminded them to cite sources carefully and to keep their arguments consistent from opening statement to rebuttal. Priya drafted the introduction and wrote that <ins>you should always verify statistics before using them</ins>, even in a short speech. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
5. The responsibility was shared between <ins>us</ins> and the marketing team. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
6. For a podcast episode about urban gardens, the host spoke with two guests: a botanist named Dr. Ruiz and a community organizer named Tara. Both guests described how volunteers maintain the plots, but they differed on which outreach methods work best. In the edited transcript, one sentence reads, <ins>She argued that flyers were less effective than door-to-door conversations</ins>, which could refer to either guest. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
7. A student is revising a reflection about a group presentation:
Before presenting, I met with Talia and Ren to practice our transitions and decide who would answer questions. Talia created the slides, Ren gathered sources, and I wrote the introduction. During the presentation, the teacher asked Ren and <u>myself</u> to explain one of the graphs in more detail.
Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
8. The guests, including <ins>myself</ins>, arrived early for the event. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
9. In the meeting, both Sarah and <ins>I</ins> presented our ideas for the new project. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
10. Between you and <ins>I</ins>, the secret was safe. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
11. The award was given to <ins>himself</ins> and his team. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
12. During a campus tour, the guide mentioned that the engineering building and the art studio both offer late-night access for students with key cards. Because both buildings have similar policies, first-year students sometimes confuse them when asking about hours. In an email to her roommate, Tessa wrote, “The studio closes at midnight, but <ins>it</ins> requires a key card after 9.” Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
13. Each of the contestants will perform <ins>their</ins> own song. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
14. While planning a science fair project, Dina interviewed her neighbor Mr. Lee, who had worked as a meteorologist, and she also consulted her physics teacher, Ms. Grant. Dina recorded both conversations and later transcribed them, but some statements sounded similar. In her report, Dina wrote that <ins>she said the storm’s path could shift quickly</ins>, which left readers unsure who made the claim. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
15. The teacher gave the assignment to <ins>us</ins> students to complete over the weekend. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
16. The team voted for <ins>themselves</ins> to win the best sportsmanship award. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
17. For a documentary project, Lucía interviewed two local chefs, Chef Morgan and Chef Alvarez, about how they source ingredients. Both chefs described visiting farmers’ markets early in the morning, and Lucía worried that her narration might blur their distinct perspectives. In her script she wrote that <ins>he emphasized building relationships with growers</ins>, even though both chefs were mentioned in the previous sentence. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
18. The book on the table belongs to Laura and he. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
19. For a scholarship application, Ren typed answers while her friend Olivia proofread for clarity and tone. Ren wanted to sound confident without exaggerating, so she revised several sentences after Olivia’s comments. In the final draft, one line reads, <ins>Olivia encouraged Ren and I to describe our goals specifically</ins> rather than generally. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
20. For a travel article, Jonah described a train ride he took with his cousin and his aunt through several small towns. In one paragraph, he mentioned the conductor, the passengers, and the station manager, then tried to describe who gave the best directions. The draft reads, <ins>whoever we asked, they pointed us toward the correct platform</ins>, which shifts pronouns unnecessarily. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
21. At a robotics competition, the team’s programmer, Lila, worked with the builder, Marcus, to troubleshoot a sensor that kept misreading distances. Their mentor reminded them to document each change so the judges could follow their process. In the final report, Lila wrote that <ins>Marcus and myself adjusted the code</ins> after testing three configurations. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
22. In an ethics class discussion, the instructor asked students to consider a scenario involving a journalist, a whistleblower, and a company executive. Because multiple people were acting in the story, the instructor reminded students to keep pronoun references clear. One student wrote, <ins>After the whistleblower met with the journalist, she published the report</ins>, even though the journalist is the one who publishes. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
23. At the museum, the curator showed Elena and her brother a newly restored map and explained how its pigments were analyzed. Elena took notes while her brother asked questions about the restoration process, and the curator offered to send additional resources. Later, Elena wrote a thank-you email saying that the exhibit was inspiring and that <ins>the curator’s explanations helped my brother and I understand</ins> the map’s history. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
24. During rehearsal for the spring play, the director gave notes to two actors, Nina and Elise, about a scene that involved a quick costume change. Nina thought the scene worked best if Elise entered first, but Elise preferred to enter second so she could adjust a prop. The stage manager, who had timed the scene, said the current order kept the pacing tight. After rehearsal, the director emailed both actors to confirm the plan and wrote, <u>"Nina told Elise that she should enter first,"</u> but Nina pointed out that the sentence could be confusing.
Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
25. In a history seminar, the professor assigned a group presentation on labor movements, and Amir partnered with Nina to divide the research. Amir focused on primary sources, while Nina summarized scholarly articles, and they met twice to combine their notes. When the professor asked who would present first, Amir replied that <ins>Nina and me will introduce the topic</ins> before explaining their timeline. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
26. A student is drafting a profile of two volunteers at an animal shelter:
Mina and Jorge arrive early every Saturday to prepare the adoption room. Mina organizes the paperwork while Jorge cleans the kennels, and together they greet visitors as they enter. By noon, the coordinator has usually assigned new tasks, but <u>her and Jorge</u> still stay late to walk any dogs that have not been outside.
Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
27. The artist and <ins>her</ins> completed the mural in record time. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
28. <ins>We</ins> and the neighbors are planning a block party. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
29. The winners, John and <ins>she</ins>, will receive their awards at the ceremony. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
30. Which answer choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
31. Everyone should bring <ins>their</ins> own lunch to the picnic. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
32. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
33. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
34. Neither of the students brought <ins>their</ins> homework to class. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
35. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
36. Both the CEO and <ins>himself</ins> attended the conference. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
37. The committee and I will review the proposal tomorrow. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
38. The committee and <ins>her</ins> were responsible for the final decision. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
39. It was <ins>they</ins> who suggested the new restaurant for dinner. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
40. At a city council forum, residents listened as the mayor and the transportation director answered questions about a proposed bike lane. The mayor discussed funding sources, and the director explained how traffic patterns would be measured. In a recap for the local newspaper, a reporter wrote that <ins>the director told the audience that the mayor’s plan would reduce congestion, and he provided data</ins>. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
41. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
42. Jenna and <ins>him</ins> are planning the event together. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
43. The artist and <ins>I</ins> completed the mural in record time. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
44. At the library’s poetry workshop, the facilitator asked each participant to read a draft aloud and then listen to comments from the group. When Simone finished, her friend Keisha offered suggestions about line breaks, and another participant, Omar, asked about the poem’s imagery. Simone thanked them and said that <ins>the feedback would help Keisha and I revise</ins> our own writing habits. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
45. During the school’s volunteer fair, Maya introduced Jordan to the coordinator, Ms. Patel, and the three discussed schedules for the food pantry. After the meeting, Ms. Patel emailed a summary to Maya and Jordan, asking for confirmation before posting the final roster. Maya replied that the dates worked for everyone and that <ins>Ms. Patel could count on Jordan and I to arrive early</ins> to set up tables. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
46. In a writing center appointment, the tutor reviewed Malik’s essay and pointed out several sentences with unclear references. Malik had described his sister, his coach, and his neighbor in the same paragraph, so some pronouns were hard to track. The tutor circled a line that read, <ins>when he offered advice, it changed everything</ins>, because “he” could refer to more than one person. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
47. At a neighborhood cleanup, volunteers sorted litter into recycling and trash while the coordinator, Ms. Chen, tracked which streets were finished. Afterward, Ms. Chen thanked the group and asked Sam and Roberto to report any missing supplies. Sam later texted that <ins>between Roberto and I, we collected the most bottles</ins> on Maple Street. Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
48. Which of the following choices makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
49. For a science fair project, Amina and her lab partner, Chen, tested how different amounts of sunlight affected basil growth. Amina measured the plants each afternoon, and Chen recorded the results in a shared spreadsheet. After two weeks, their teacher asked them to present the findings and explain how they avoided bias. Amina wrote the introduction and wanted to emphasize that she, not Chen, had chosen the measurement method. In the draft, she wrote, <u>"My partner and myself decided to measure height in centimeters,"</u> but Chen suggested revising it for standard grammar.
Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
50. In a history class, students worked in pairs to analyze two speeches from the same decade. Talia focused on the first speech’s arguments, and Devon focused on the second speech’s tone and audience. Their teacher asked each pair to write a short reflection comparing the speakers’ goals. When Talia drafted the reflection, she wrote that Devon and her disagreed about which speech was more persuasive, but they agreed on the importance of context. In the final sentence, Talia wrote, <u>"This shows how people can interpret speeches differently,"</u> but the teacher asked her to clarify what “This” referred to.
Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
51. In a journalism workshop, students interviewed local business owners about how they adapted during a recent road construction project. Rowan interviewed a bookstore owner, and Jae interviewed a café owner located across the street. Later, they compared notes and realized both owners mentioned the same city official who had coordinated detours. Their editor asked them to identify the official in the article so readers could understand the source of the information. Rowan wrote, <u>"The city official, whom coordinated the detours, also shared weekly updates,"</u> and Jae suggested checking the pronoun choice.
Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
52. In an art class, students prepared short talks about a piece of public sculpture in their town. Elena chose a mural painted on a brick wall, and Micah chose a metal sculpture installed in a park. When they practiced, Elena described the mural’s colors, while Micah explained how the sculpture changed appearance in different light. Their teacher reminded them to cite the artists and to avoid informal phrasing. In her talk, Elena said, <u>"The artist invited Micah and I to the unveiling,"</u> and the teacher marked the pronoun as needing revision.
Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
53. At the library, the teen advisory board planned a display featuring novels set in different countries. The librarian asked Harper to coordinate the titles, while Sam contacted students for short recommendation cards. During the meeting, Harper mentioned that the librarian had approved the budget, and Sam said the librarian also offered to print the cards. When the display was finished, the librarian emailed the group to thank them for their work and to ask if any changes were needed. Harper replied, <u>"The librarian told Sam and I that she loved the final layout,"</u> but Sam noticed something off about the pronoun.
Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
54. In an economics club meeting, members debated whether a city should subsidize public transit. Keisha argued that subsidies could increase ridership, while Omar worried about how the city would fund the program. Their advisor asked them to summarize the debate in a short note for the school newsletter. Keisha drafted the note and tried to sound formal by referring to herself in the third person, but she accidentally shifted perspective. The draft said, <u>"When you consider the budget, we can see why Omar raised concerns,"</u> and the advisor asked her to keep the pronouns consistent.
Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
55. At the community garden, two volunteers, Luis and Priya, compared notes about which beds needed watering. Luis had spoken with the garden coordinator earlier that morning, while Priya had checked the soil moisture near the tomato plants. When the coordinator arrived, she asked which volunteer could explain the schedule to new members. Luis pointed to Priya because she had organized the sign-up sheet, but Priya insisted Luis should speak since he had met with the coordinator. The coordinator smiled and said she would choose <u>"whoever seems most prepared"</u> after hearing them both.
Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?
56. During a student-led forum on recycling, Maya and Jordan interviewed the cafeteria manager about switching to compostable trays. After the meeting, the manager emailed a summary to Maya and Jordan, asking for corrections before sharing it with the principal. Maya replied that the summary captured the discussion well, but Jordan wanted to add a note about costs. The manager then asked Maya and Jordan to send the final edits to the principal, and Maya agreed to do it. In the email, Maya wrote, <u>"Please contact Jordan or I if you have questions,"</u> hoping to sound professional.
Which choice makes the sentence most grammatically acceptable?