Multiple choice

Direction: The following sentence tests correctness and effectiveness of expression. Part of each sentence or the entire sentence is underlined; beneath each sentence are five ways of phrasing the underlined material. Choice A repeats the original phrasing; the other four choices are different. If you think the original phrasing produces a better sentence than any of the alternatives, select choice A; if not, select one of the other choices.

In studying an assignment it is wise to read it over quickly at first, than see the major points, and finally outline the material.

  1. In studying an assignment it is wise to read it over quickly at first, than see the major points

  2. It is wise to read it over quickly at first studying an assignment than see the major points

  3. In studying an assignment than see the major points, it is wise to read it over quickly at first

  4. In studying an assignment it is wise to read it over quickly at first, then see the major points

  5. In studying an assignment then see the major points, it is wise to read it over quickly at first
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

(D): option is the best answer. Preposition 'Then' will be used to state the next step to be taken. 'Than' states choice or comparison. A comma after 'then' is required.

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