TUGAS BAHASA INGGRIS BISNIS 2

TASK 1

Directions: The first type of question consists of incomplete sentences, with a blank line showing where information is to be filled in. Choose the word or phrase that most correctly completes the sentence. The second type of question consists of sentences with four underlined words or phrases. Choose the one word or phrase that is incorrect in standard written English. Explain your reason of choosing the correct answer.

1. The rain forest, __________ large trees that provide shade to the vegetation below, is home to unique flora and fauna.

A. has

B. with its

C. and

D. although has

Answer : B

Reason : Because of comma between “The rain forest” and “is home”. Sentence after “The rain forest” explain about the rain forest.

2. Despite the polar bear’s tremendous weight and height, __________ of sprinting at tremendous speed.

A. it is capable

B. is capable

C. it is able

D. ability

Answer : A

Reason : The word “despite” is a conjunction and this clause is dependent. The independent clause is the second and there is no subject and verb. Word “able” must be followed by “to”, not “of”.

3. Having multiple sclerosis has diminished Mr. Wilson’s physical condition, but his ability to maintain a positive attitude and continue working an inspiration.

Answer : working an

Reason : The word “His ability” is a subject clause but there is no verb, so the answer is “is/was an inspiration”.

4. The huge increase in popularity of specialty coffees contribution to the success of Starbucks, Barney’s and other coffee purveyors.

Answer : contribution

Reason : The sentence needs verb, it should be "has contributed".

5. Patients on Interferon are advised __________, so that they can sleep through the night without noticing the flu-like symptoms that are characteristic of the drug.

A. just before going to sleep to inject themselves

B. to inject themselves just before going to sleep

C. to inject just before going to sleep themselves

D. injecting themselves just before going to sleep

Answer : B

Reason : The formula for this sentence is S + V + Complement + Modifier. The word “advised” is an example of a word followed by infinitive (to + V), not gerund (V + ing).

6. After it had conclude work on the budget, the legislature adjourned until the next session.

Answer : conclude

Reason : The sentence "After it concludes work on the budget, ..." is Past Perfect Tense (S + had + V3). It should be "concluded".

7. Even when awarded a scholarship, a student generally must still paying for books, living expenses, and other costs.

Answer : paying

Reason : After Modal is V1. It should be “pay”.

8. The U.S. government, along with a number of states, is fight a protracted legal battle with tobacco companies in order to obtain relief for the huge medical costs caused by smoking.

Answer: fight

Reason : It should be "is fighting", because the sentence is active (is + Ving). The "along with ..." clause is apositive, does not affect the verb which is still "is", not "are".

9. The leaders of the two countries __________ an agreement to avoid future conflicts.

A. have recently reach

B. recently reach

C. have reached recently

D. have recently reached

Answer : D

Reason : Modifier of time can appear between the auxiliary and the main verb.

10. The teachers are expecting to call tomorrow a meeting in order to review the disciplinary problems.

Answer : tomorrow a meeting

Reason : The word “meeting” is a complement, while "tomorrow" is a modifier of time. Based on the formula S + V + Comp + Mod, complement appears first after the verb.

Task 2

Directions: The first type of question consists of incomplete sentences, with a blank line showing where information is to be filled in. Choose the word or phrase that most correctly completes the sentence. Explain your reason of choosing the correct answer.

1. The oncologist studied the results of the biopsy and decided __________ additional tests.

A. should order

B. to order

C. he should ordering

D. ordering

Answer : B

Reason : After the word "decided", the complement is a verb so it must use the infinitive. 

2. Knowing how to repair and install computer networks __________ Melissa a great advantage in her job, because she is the only person in the company with that knowledge.

A. have given

B. given

C. giving

D. has given

Answer : D

Reason : The word “knowing” is gerund, so the right verb is "has given".

Task 3

Directions: Correct the sentence. Explain your reason of choosing the correct answer.

3. The disagreement is between we.

Answer : The disagreement is between us.

Reason : The word "we" is not an object pronoun. It should use "us".

4. She is known for herself contributions to art.

Answer : She is known for her contributions to art.

Reason : The word "her contributions" belongs to a possessive adjective, so it’s more suitable to use "her contributions".

5. After a difficult ordeal, her and Robert felt great relief.

Answer : After a difficult ordeal, she and Robert felt great relief.

Reason : The word “she” is a subject pronoun.