Elliptical Construction QuizOnline version Test your knowledge on elliptical constructions in grammar and writing! by Indri _Jo 1 What is elliptical construction? a A structure with excessive adjectives. b A type of sentence with no verbs. c A grammatical structure where some words are omitted. d A form of passive voice. 2 Which of the following is an example of elliptical construction? a They both play. b She plays piano. c She can play the piano, and he can (play the piano) too. d He can play. 3 Elliptical constructions are often used to avoid what? a Using too many adjectives. b Repetition of words or phrases. c Making sentences longer. d Creating complex sentences. 4 In which sentence is elliptical construction used correctly? a I like coffee; my friend, tea. b I like coffee; my friend likes tea. c I like coffee and tea. d My friend likes tea. 5 Elliptical constructions can occur in which parts of speech? a Only nouns. b Verbs, nouns, and adjectives. c Only adjectives. d Only verbs. 6 What is a common effect of using elliptical constructions? a It adds unnecessary details. b It makes sentences more concise. c It confuses the reader. d It lengthens the sentences. 7 Which of the following sentences lacks elliptical construction? a I want to go, and she does too. b I want to go to the park, and she does too. c I want to go to the park, and she wants to go to the park. d I want to go to the park; she wants to go. 8 Elliptical constructions can help achieve what in writing? a Repetition and redundancy. b Clarity and brevity. c Complexity and length. d Ambiguity and confusion. 9 Which sentence illustrates incorrect use of elliptical construction? a She likes ice cream; he likes ice cream. b She likes ice cream, and he likes cake. c She likes ice cream, and he likes (ice cream) too. d She likes ice cream, and he does too. 10 What is a key benefit of using elliptical constructions? a Enhances the flow of writing. b Makes writing more complex. c Increases word count. d Reduces clarity.
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