Grammar and Language Workbook

ain’t
Ain’t should not be used in speaking or writing except as part of a quotation.
all ready
,
already
All ready means “completely ready.” Already is an adverb meaning
“before” or “by this time.”
I am all ready to leave for the weekend.
I have already packed my suitcase.
all right
,
alright
All right should always be written as two words.
Robin said it was all right if I borrowed her car.
all together
,
altogether
All together means “in a group.” Altogether is an adverb meaning
“completely” or “on the whole.”
We were all together at the meeting.
Sam was altogether surprised.
 Exercise 2
Correct the word or words in italics. If the sentence is correct, write C.
effects
Scientists are still debating the long-term 
affects on Earth’s
climate.
1. Kendra is not all together certain she wants to join.
2. The flowers I sent Crissa did not have the intended effect.
3. Would it be alright if I borrowed your tape player?
4. Everyone accept Byron had at least a part-time job.
5. Ain’t it a surprise to see Sally playing basketball?
6. I don’t think the new store hours will effect my work schedule.
7. The backpack I bought last year still looks alright.
8. Daniel hoped that the new policy would effect an increase in sales.
9. Kyle wasn’t all together sure the movie started at seven.
10. By the time we arrived, the game had all ready started.
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