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Key grammar points that lose most exam points

Flourish in French: Critical Test Mistakes to Avoid: Key grammar points that lose most exam points
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Key grammar points that cause most exam point losses are:

  • Subject-verb agreement errors, where verbs do not match their subjects in number (singular/plural). 1, 2, 3
  • Inconsistent verb tenses within sentences or paragraphs. 2, 1
  • Misuse and omission of articles (“a,” “an,” “the”). 4, 1, 2
  • Misplaced modifiers that cause confusion about what is being described. 3, 2
  • Run-on sentences due to lack of correct punctuation or conjunctions. 2, 3, 4
  • Pronoun errors, especially unclear or ambiguous antecedents. 5
  • Confusing adjectives and adverbs, and using the wrong form. 6, 3
  • Errors with prepositions and prepositional phrases. 3, 2
  • Incorrect use of possessive apostrophes. 3
  • Sentence fragments lacking subjects or verbs. 4
  • Common homophone confusions (e.g., their/they’re/there). 3
  • Mistakes in conditional sentences and passive voice. 1
  • Overly long, complex sentences without clear structure. 1

These grammar issues frequently lead to point deductions in exams such as PTE, IELTS, SAT, ACT, and other English proficiency or school exams. Strong command of these points and careful proofreading can significantly improve exam scores. 7, 5, 2, 4, 1, 3

If desired, further detail or tips on avoiding these specific grammar mistakes can be provided.

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