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Free Exam: Fall - Practical - Proofreading Quiz

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Question 1
Why not visit the beautiful Lake District for your next summer holiday?  Youll be sure of a warm welcome here, whether you stay in one of our luxury hotels or in one of our cottages.  The choice is yours.  To find out more, phone the Lake District Tourist Office or visit our website, www.lakedistrictholidays.com.



Which word is missing an apostrophe in the ad above?
Type: Multiple choice
Points: 1
Randomize answers: Yes
Question 2
Your friend tells you that they have trouble spotting their own mistakes.  What advice can you give?
Type: Multiple choice
Points: 1
Randomize answers: No
Question 3
Oakland Plaza announced today that the supermarket chain Bestco will open a new store, taking over an empty site previously occupied by G&M Fashions.  A spokesman for Bestko said the company was looking forward to opening the new store next summer.



Which selection gives the right correction to the text above?
Type: Multiple choice
Points: 1
Randomize answers: Yes
Question 4
This year, Barton Council launches its 'day camps' to be held every Monday featuring a variety of sports, crafts, games, and other activities.  Book now for morning sessions starting at 9:30 pm and finishing at 1:00 pm, or afternoon sessions from 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm.  For more information, see our Summer Special brochure.



Can you spot the mistake in this notice?
Type: Multiple choice
Points: 1
Randomize answers: Yes
Question 5
It's interesting to no that Key West is our southernmost city.



What is wrong with this sentence?
Type: Multiple choice
Points: 1
Randomize answers: Yes
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