Grammar Test 4 Answer 2

2. So many of the arthritic pigeons whom we are accustomed to seeing at chavez park have never tasted the likes of the sweet deserts left out in the alley in back of Frank Fats.

Ans.

2. So many of the arthritic pigeons that we are accustomed to seeing at Chavez Park have never tasted the likes of the sweet desserts left out in the alley in back of Frank Fat's.


1) Pigeons are not people; therefore, "whom" is the wrong relative pronoun to use. "That" is probably more appropriate because the relative clause is restrictive. (1 pt.)

2) Chavez Park is a proper noun; therefore, it should be capitalized. (1 pt.)

3) Deserts is the wrong word. Deserts are those sandy places that are very dry and hot. Desserts, on the other hand, are sweet and inviting. (1 pt.)

4) A toughie! The actual name of this well-known Sacramento landmark, the place where politicians have forged major deals and policies for the state of California on the back of napkins, uses the possessive—Frank Fat's. It's his place! (1 pt.)

 

Total = 4pts.