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Contested Usage — Quiz

Question 22 • English Language Arts 12

Which sentence contains a split infinitive?

Answer
A
It is important to wear plenty of sunscreen at an outdoor swim meet.
B
The coach tells the swimmers how to improve their performance.
C
Swimmers must be sure to completely follow all of the team guidelines.
D
Parents drive to the local swim club so they can watch the competition.

Explanation

A split infinitive occurs when a word is placed between “to” and the verb in an infinitive. In choice D, “completely” comes between “to” and “follow,” splitting the infinitive “to follow.” The other choices do not place a word between “to” and an infinitive verb.

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