9th Grade Grammar Review

Steroid use among professional athletes tops the issues that currently _____ the sport.

I wrote an effective essay, and I passed the test.

Walking along the path, my friend noticed something shiny in the grass, and he found a ring.

The job is quite difficult ______ only qualified applicants were interviewed.

I knew Dad was a great athlete.

The game went to the last shot.

The teacher has not graded ______ essay yet.

I will try harder this semester ______ however, I am busy with winter sports.

The coach had a talk with Sam and ______.

I don't know if the team has lost _______ motivation to win.

Joe responded that he ______ every day.

Though he was disappointed, ______ spirit was not completely flat.

After the play before the game, we visited the store for snacks.

That ring cost him two _____ salary.

We have _______ to do in English class.

He passed the test.

While I was driving to the store I saw a friend and we went to lunch.

We met Tom and his friends _____ before the game.

Hoping to improve his grades _____ Joe stayed for tutoring.

All of America celebrated when the soldiers returned home.

Cloning human beings is against the laws of nature.

I hope this doesn't _____ my grade too much.

I wrote an effective essay, and I passed the test.

The students stood together, and they sang the national anthem.

I like a friend _____ is loyal during difficult situations.

The boy washing his car is my cousin.

Mary Lawrey, a Doctor from Maine, is due any minute.

If you hope to pass this test, you must write an effective essay.

My teacher will not ______ late work.

The class started before Sarah was ready to take notes.

One of my best teachers is going to retire at the end of this year because he wants to travel.

I found a book under the desk; is it _____?

The film playing at the United Multiplex sounds familiar.

The speaker discussed the full insurance program with our group.

Annie and ______ are the best students in class.

Listening to some teachers can be quite difficult.

I passed the test because I wrote an effective essay.

The son of a famous athlete who is in the Hall of Fame.

The famous ____movie director was in town for a premiere.

Hoping to receive a call from Mike, Mary Ellen sat near the phone.

I like my pizza burned at the edges.

One of the boys ______ a pet monkey.

Many strong ______ talented athletes competed for a starting position.

I was really impressed with Hemingway's protagonist in The Old Man and the Sea.

James or Amy ______ answering the phone.

The game was scheduled for Saturday _____ but it rained all day.

The three friends were inseparable, they were always together.

When I was growing up in a small town in southern Illinois.

My counselor said I should take more English ___not math.

The team, crippled with injuries, barely made the playoffs.

______ the teacher chooses is fine with me.

Linda and ______ went to the prom.

The football ______ were selected to receive the prize.

I need to ______ down after the test.

I do not want to write the essay.

Sandra and Nicole were supposed to arrive on Monday, but it seems they will be delayed.

The Smiths really love ______ new house.

Driven by the will to succeed at everything.

All of America celebrated when the soldiers returned home.

The sports of baseball and tennis _____ for the best athletes.

The _____ home was near a forest.

______ completes the task may have a treat.

If I can't choose my own course______ I will just go home.

It was a long day, everyone was extremely tired.

Joe's new boat had many gadgets; most of the really big fish were caught in _____ net.

The boss will select _____ she wishes to attend the conference.

Those books are not _______.

We went to New York and my favorite experience was the visit to the Statue of Liberty.

The most intimidating teacher from last year ____ was Mr. Jones.

Just between you and _______ swimming is my favorite sport.

The class has not done very ______ on in-class essays.

On weekends, I really enjoy washing my car.

Leave!

The fire alarm went off while the students were taking a test.

I can recognize an ______ style now.

If you hope to pass this test, you must write an effective essay.

Sam and Max admired their parents for all the opportunities provided.

My teacher, along with my parents, ______ encouraging me to take AP classes.

Talking with my teacher, I understood the author's intention.

Just between you and _____, that teacher is unfair.

The group consists of Joseph and ______.

Do you know ______ book is on that desk?

Neither Jeff nor Bob ______ professional sports.

I perform better in practice ______ in the games.

Pounded by waves, the beach began to erode.