Free and New Printable MAT Sample Questions with answers (Other English Exam)

Free and New MAT Practice Test Sample Questions 2013-14

This is my 11th part of blog on MAT sample questions. In this part of my blog you can do some practice sample question to prepare in English exams

Free Printable MAT test Sample Questions 91-100

Choose the analogy that best matches the example provided



Q 91

DIALOGUE : PLAYWRIGHT



A. FARCE : BUFFOON

B. NARRATIVE : CHARACTER

C. OVERTURE : COMPOSER

D. PACT : HUMORIST

E. CLARIFICATION : BENEFICIARY






Q 92

FLU : MALADY



A. FINALE : OVERTURE

B. FELONY : MISDEMEANOR

C. FUN : FARCE

D. FLEA : PARASITE

E. FIRE : HEARTH



Q 93

MEDLEY : MISCELLANEOUS



A. TRUCE : HOSTILE

B. LUSTER : DULL

C. FLEDGLING : EXPERIENCED

D. REMNANT : COMPLETE

E. MALADY : FATAL



Q 94

BASKETBALL : HOOP



A. POOL : CUE

B. CROQUET : WICKET

C. HOCKEY : PUCK

D. TENNIS : NET

E. BASEBALL : BAT



Q 95

PLAGUE : MALADY



A. BYSTANDER : PARTICIPANT

B. TIMIDITY : COWARD

C. ANECDOTE : NARRATIVE

D. EMBLEM : DIALOGUE

E. PERJURY : HOMICIDE



Q 96

SHERIFF : POSSE



A. PAINTER : EASEL

B. STUDENT : TEACHER

C. MASCOT : TEAM

D. SERGEANT : REGIMEN

E. FOREMAN : JURY



Q 97

GIGANTIC : SIZE



A. SUBSTANTIAL : MASS

B. MARGINAL : VOLUME

C. BANKRUPT : MONEY

D. DESPONDENT : CHEERFULNESS

E. HEARTRENDING : HUMOR



Q 98

DRUGGIST : PHARMACY



A. BALLERINA : TUTU

B. HAND : GLOVE

C. WAITER : RESTAURANT

D. COACH : TEAM

E. CHILD : FATHER



Q 99

SKI : SNOW



A. DRIVE : CAR

B. GOLF : PUTT

C. DANCE : STEP

D. SKATE : ICE

E. RIDE : HORSE



Q 100

VERIFY : TRUE



A. SIGNIFY : CHEAP

B. PURIFY : CLEAN

C. TERRIFY : CONFIDENT

D. RATIFY : ANGRY

E. MORTIFY : RELAXED

Answers-Free Printable MAT test Sample Questions 91-100

91. C: Dialogue is written by playwrights, overtures by composers. A farce (humorous/ nonsensical play/skit) is not written by a buffoon but contains one (A). A narrative is not written by a character but contains one (B). A pact is an agreement or alliance, written by a diplomat, politician, etc., not a humorist (D) or comedian. A clarification is written by an author or editor, not a beneficiary (E) or recipient of benefits, as from a will or insurance policy.



92. D: Flu is a type of malady (illness) as flea is a type of parasite (opportunistic organism). Finale and overture (A) are respectively the last/ending and first/opening movements of a musical composition. Felony and misdemeanor (B) are crimes of respectively greater and lesser severity. Fun is something one might have attending a humorous play/skit or farce (C). A fire burns in a fireplace; a hearth is in front of a fireplace (E). All incorrect choices are not TYPE: CATEGORY.



93. E: A medley is a combination of things, which may be miscellaneous (various/assorted), as a malady, or illness, may be fatal (deadly). A truce is an agreement to stop war or hostilities and hence is not hostile (A). Luster is shine and hence not dull (B). A fledgling is a beginner who is not experienced (C). A remnant is a small remaining part of something and hence is not complete (D).



94. B: In basketball, one throws a ball through a hoop; in croquet, one hits a ball through a 4wicket. In pool, one knocks balls into pockets-not into the cue, but using the cue (stick) (A). In hockey, one hits a puck into a goal, not into a puck (C). In tennis, one hits a ball over, not into (one hopes!) a net (D). In baseball, the ball is hit with the bat, not into it (E).



95. C: Plague (epidemic) is a type of malady (illness), as anecdote (C) is a type of narrative (story). Bystander and participant (A) are opposites. Timidity (fearfulness) is a characteristic of cowards (B), not a type of coward. An emblem is a symbol or insignia, unrelated to dialogue (conversation or dramatic lines). Perjury is lying/falsifying courtroom testimony; homicide is murder.



96. E: A sheriff leads a posse; a foreman leads a jury. Painters do not lead easels (A), which hold the canvases whereon they paint. Students do not lead teachers (B) but are instructed and/or led by teachers. Mascots do not lead teams (C) but represent them. A sergeant may lead a regiment (military unit), but not a regimen (D), a regulated course of action as with medication/treatment, exercise, diet, or lifestyle.



97. A: Gigantic is great in size; substantial is great in mass. Marginal means minimal or peripheral, not great in volume (amount) (B). Bankrupt means having little or no money, not great amounts (C). Despondent means depressed, not great in cheerfulness (D). Heartrending means emotionally moving or upsetting, not great in humor (E).



98. C: A druggist works in a pharmacy, a waiter in a restaurant-both business places or buildings. A ballerina works in a dance studio and/or theater (business place/building) but wears a tutu (dance garment) (A); as a ballerina is clothed in a tutu, a hand is clothed in a glove (B); a coach teaches and guides a team (D); and a child is the offspring of a father (E). None of the incorrect answers represents WORKER: BUSINESS PLACE/BUILDING.



99. D: We ski on snow and skate on ice. We drive with/in a car (A), not on it. A putt is one action in golf (B), not a surface/green for playing golf. A step is one piece of a dance (C), not a dance floor. People do ride on horses (E), but the horse, like the car (A) is the means of conveyance, not the surface we travel over as snow and ice are skiing and skating surfaces.



100. B: To verify is to prove true; to purify is to make clean. To signify is to represent or show, not make cheap (A). To terrify is to frighten, not make confident or assured/certain (C). To ratify is to confirm or approve, not make angry (D). To mortify is to shame, not make relaxed (E).

Save money and eat healthy-try some lentils (healthy recipes)

Eat healthy and save money

This is my 7th blog on saving money and eating healthy. In this blog you will get one more idea to eat healthy on budget. Lentils are a delicious, low-cost substitute for meat; they cook quickly and can be used in a wide variety of dishes.

Why to eat lentils?

Lentils can be an important part of a healthy eating plan for people who are following a vegetarian diet, looking to lose weight, reduce cholesterol, or manage diabetes.

•Lentils are high in fiber and protein. They are a good source of folate, potassium and iron. They are also naturally low in fat and sodium.

•Lentils are a part of the Meat and Alternatives food group in Canada's Food Guide. One Food Guide serving of lentils is ¾ cup (175 mL). That's about the size of a tennis ball.

•Dried lentils have no sodium (salt) but canned lentils do. Reduce the sodium by draining and rinsing canned lentils under cold, running water.

Different type of Lentils

Lentils come in different sizes, colors, and shapes. They may be whole, split into halves, dried or canned. People from South Asia generally refer to lentils as dahl, a type of stew. Experiment with different types of lentils in your favorite dishes. Which of these lentils do you want to try?

•Red lentils

•French lentils (grayish-brown)

•Yellow lentils

•Beluga lentils (black)

How to save money when buying

Dried lentils often cost less than canned ones. However, canned lentils are still a good buy and can save you a lot of time. Just open the can, rinse for a few minutes and add them to your dish.



Compare brand name, no name and bulk store prices. If you have room to store them, buy extra canned or dried lentils when they are on sale.

Healthy Lentil Cooking idea

•Canned lentils are already cooked. Just rinse well and they are ready to use.

•For dried lentils, lay flat on a cookie sheet and pick out any stones. Then rinse and simmer in low-sodium broth or water for 20-30 minutes, until tender.

•Dried lentils can double in size when cooking, so be sure to use a large pot or pan. Add 1 tsp (5 mL) of oil to prevent foam from forming.

•When cooked, green and French (brown) lentils keep their shape. The other varieties, such as red and yellow lentils, and split lentils, will become soft, like a puree. These are great for soups, dips or even baby food.

•Seasoning ideas: cumin, coriander, cinnamon, turmeric, and vegetables such as onions, carrots and celery. Don't add tomatoes, vinegar or other acids to the dish until the lentils are cooked. Acidic foods slow down the cooking process.

•Try lentils as a side dish (puréed, whole or combined with vegetables) or in salads, soups and stews.

•1 cup (250 mL) of dried lentils will produce 2.5 cups (625 mL) of cooked whole lentils or 2 cups (500 mL) of cooked split lentils.

Five healthy and money saving recipe with lentils

1. Basic lentil side dish

New to cooking lentils? Give this a try. Use French (brown) or whole green lentils because they keep their shape after they are cooked.



•Remove any stones from dried lentils, then rinse and drain.

•In a large pot, heat 1 tbsp (15 mL) oil. Sauté one of each: diced onion, garlic clove, carrot and stalk of celery.

•Add dried lentils and water or broth to pot. For every 1 cup (250 mL) of lentils, add 4 cups (1 L) of water or broth.

•Cook over high heat until lentils come to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 25 minutes, or until lentils are tender but not falling apart. Add extra water or broth as needed. Enjoy!

•If you are using canned lentils, simply rinse and add to sautéed vegetables until the dish is hot.

 

2. Dahl (Dal)

•Dahl is type of pureed lentil stew and is a classic South Asian side dish (also spelled daal, dal, daahl).

•There are many types of dahl. It is often made into a purée with lentils, onions, tomatoes, and seasoning (such as curry powder, turmeric, coriander powder, red chili powder or Garam masala).

•Try it with curry dishes, chapatti or naan bread.

Try this recipe: Red lentil daal

3. Make meat go farther

Add fibre and save money by replacing some of the meat in recipes (like in meatloaf or meat sauce) with puréed lentils. Use them to thicken soups and stews as well. Here's how:



•In a medium sized pot, over medium heat, combine 1 1/3 cups (375 mL) of lentils and 4 cups (1 L) of water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, then simmer for 30 minutes, or until lentils are tender. Remove from heat and purée in a blender. Makes 3 cups (750 mL) cooked lentils.

•Store purée in fridge for 5-7 days. If using canned lentils, store for 3-4 days.

•Freeze extra purée in ice cube trays. Once frozen, transfer cubes to freezer bags, which makes it easier to defrost only the amount you need. Freeze for up to 3 months.

4. Quick lentil lunches

•For a satisfying meal, add canned lentils to homemade soups and low-sodium canned vegetable soups

•Make a lentil salad with leftover rice, pasta, quinoa, bulgur or couscous. Add fresh, frozen or leftover veggies. Season with your favourite salad dressing. Or try brown rice, lentils, frozen edamame or corn, chopped bell pepper, olive oil and a squeeze of lemon juice.

•Add canned lentils to prepared pasta sauce. Toss into cooked pasta with frozen mixed veggies.

Try this: Quinoa and lentil pilaf

5. Tasty lentil and veggie tostados

A tostado is a tortilla with toppings (beans, meats, cheese) that is broiled until crispy (like an open-faced sandwich). They are simple to make and kids can help too.



•Lay small corn tortillas (25 cm or 8 inch) on a baking sheet.

•Spread cooked and mashed red lentils over tortillas.

•Top with diced veggies and a sprinkle of shredded cheese.

•Baked until cheese melts. Serve hot.

Free and Printable SAT test Sample Questions with Answers-XVI

This is 16th part of my blog for doing excellent in SAT exam. You can prepare for this exam by testing some free test questions. Make sure you first print the answers. In this part of blog you will see SAT Practice Questions from 201-206 in Math.

What is SAT test?

The SAT test, also known as the SAT Reasoning Test, is used in the application process to colleges and universities in the United States. The test measures critical thinking skills and the ability to analyze and solve problems, and is often thought of as a measure of future college success. The SAT test is administered by the Educational Testing Service (ETS) at various locations across the country, and it is developed, published, and scored by the College Board

New AND Free SAT Math practice test- 201-206

Each section corresponds to an answer choice. The first section corresponds to choice A, the second with choice B, and so on. Please select the answer choice that either contains an error or select choice E, which is "No error."

Q 201

 10⁴ is not equal to which of the following?

A. 100,000

B. 0.1 x 105

C. 10 x 10 x 10 x 10

D. 102 x 102

E. 10,000

Q 202

Multiply 10⁴ by 10²

A. 108

B. 102

C. 106

D. 10-2

E. 103



Q 203

 Divide x⁵ by x²

A. x7

B. x4

C. x10

D. x3

E. x2.5



Q 204

Find 8.23 x 10⁹



A. 0.00000000823

B. 0.000000823

C. 8.23

D. 8230000000

E. 823000000000



Q 205



83,000 equals:

A. 83.0 x 104

B. 8.3 x 104

C. 8.3 x 103

D. 83.0 x 105

E. 83.0 x 102


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Q 206


.00875 equals:

A. 8.75 x 10-2

B. 8.75 x 10-3

C. 8.75 x 10-4

D. 87.5 x 10-3

E. 875 x 10-4

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Answers & Explanations- New AND Free SAT Math practice test- 201-206

201.. A: 10⁴=10^.10^.10^.10, or 10,000.



202.

. C: When multiplying terms with the same base, the exponents should be added. Thus, 10^{4 .} 10²=10⁶.

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203.D: When dividing terms with the same base, the exponents should be subtracted. Thus, x⁵/x² =x³.





204. : The decimal will be moved to the right 9 places. Thus 7 zeros will be added to the right of 823, giving 8,230,000,000.

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205.

B: Moving the decimal to the right of the digit, 8, gives the equivalent expression, 8.3×10⁴, since there are 4 digits to the right of the 8.

 



206.

B: Moving the decimal to the right of the 8 gives 8.75×10^-3, since the decimal must be moved 3 places to the right.

Good luck to all

Top Basketball Scholarships for higher studies

Best Basketball Scholarships

This is my 7th blog on scholarships. In the first blog we saw how to get Free College Scholarship? The potential of winning a free college scholarship should be attainable for anyone who has the motivation to attend college, but needs financial aid. In the second blog we learn lowdown on college scholarships, grants, fellowships, loans and financial. In the third blog we see what the best sports scholarships. In the 4rth blog you will see tips to get financial aid for higher studies.


In this blog you will see best Basketball Scholarships. As in the world of college football, traditional basketball scholarships at the most competitive universities require a great deal of talent in the sport and the ability to catch the attention of college recruiters. Much of the funding is controlled by the NCAA, which means there is a great amount of emphasis placed on not only talent but academic records, as those awarded scholarships must meet certain GPA requirements.

 

What you need?

For those looking for full or partial rides at the top basketball programs, players should know they need to be on the lookout for recruiters who are looking for a team that will win them championships and bring in alumni dollars. Those who want a smaller school or who may not have the skills on the court that would catch a recruiter’s eye have more options. Private organizations and local groups often place less emphasis on talent than financial need, extracurricular activities and academic records. Players then at all skill levels may find themselves eligible for awards not offered directly by the college they plan to attend.



Please search these names in the Google to find latest info.

Southampton College - LIU Academic Awards

Application Deadlines: Varies

Academic Scholarships range from $5,000 - Full tuition. These Academic Scholarships are based upon a student's SAT/ACT score, GPA, course load and ranking if available. Scholarships are limited so apply early for the best opportunities. Art, athletic, alumni and sibling scholarships are also available. Please contact the Office of Admissions to have all of your questions answered.

SLU NCAA Division 1 Grant-in-Aid

Application Deadlines: Varies

Consideration for the SLU NCAA Division 1 Grant-in-Aid is given to new freshman, transfer and renewal students who will be participating in one of Saint Louis University's NCAA Division I sports. Contact the Department of Athletics for sport-specific scholarship application procedures. For merit scholarship consideration, new, first-time freshman students must submit a completed Application.

Alliance Pipeline Scholarship

Application Deadlines: February 15, Annually

Established by Alliance Pipeline, this scholarship will be awarded on an annual basis to a student athlete who demonstrates strong academic performance. The student must maintain a 3.00 GPA and participate in an intercollegiate sport. The amount of the scholarship will be determined by January 1st of each year by the Director of the University Advancement based on the interest earnings.

Walter Byers Postgraduate Scholarship Program

Application Deadlines: January 27, Annually

In 1988, the National Collegiate Athletic Association established the Walter Byers Postgraduate Scholarship Program as a means of recognizing the contributions of the former executive director through encouraging excellence in academic performance by student-athletes. Under this program, one male and one female student-athlete annually will be awarded a postgraduate scholarship in recognition.

Davis Law Group Scholar Athlete Program

Application Deadlines: Varies

Scholar Athlete Program recognizes exceptional student athletes that are performing well in the classroom and on the field. To register for the scholarship, students need to apply online or be nominated by a coach, teacher, parent or friend. Students must be a senior in high school, currently attend a Washington State High School, have a 3.0 GPA or higher and participate in a sport.

Charles T. Stoner Law Scholarship Award

Application Deadlines: February 15, Annually

The $1,000 Charles T. Stoner Law Scholarship Award is presented annually to one senior female collegiate basketball player who intends to pursue a career in law. Any applicant is only eligible to win one scholarship award. All senior female collegiate basketball players who intend to pursue a career in law are eligible for this $1,000 scholarship award. Applicants must be nominated by their school.

Robin Roberts/WBCA Broadcasting Scholarship

Application Deadlines: Varies

The $4,000 Robin Roberts/WBCA Broadcasting Scholarship is presented annually to a senior female collegiate basketball player who intends to pursue graduate work and a career in sports communications/journalism. All senior female collegiate basketball players who intend to pursue graduate work and a career in sports communications/journalism are eligible for this award.

Webber International University Athletic Scholarship

Application Deadlines: Varies

The Athletic Scholarship is awarded at the discretion of the athletic deptartment in football, basketball, tennis, volleyball, soccer, golf, softball, cross country, baseball, track and field and cheerleading.

Furman University Athletic Scholarships

Application Deadlines: Varies

The Furman University Athletic Scholarships are partial to full scholarships awarded in 17 men's and women's intercollegiate sports. For more information, contact the director of athletics or the head coach in the sport in which you are good.

William Woods University Athletic Scholarships

Application Deadlines: March 01, Annually

The William Woods University Athletic Scholarships are available to students who demonstrate talent and skills in the areas of basketball, baseball, cross country, track and field, golf, soccer and women's.

Kyle R. Magoto Scholarship Fund

Application Deadlines: March 22, Annually

To be eligible for an award from the Kyle R. Magoto Scholarship Fund, applicant must be a Russia High School (Shelby Co., Ohio) graduating senior who is pursuing an associate's or a bachelor's degree as a full-time student at an acredited educational institution, have a high school GPA not less than 3.0 on a 4.0 grading scale and must have participated in no less than five (5) athletic seasons.

World Sport Chicago Scholarship

Application Deadlines: December 12, Annually

World Sport Chicago is the living legacy of Chicago’s 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Bid, dedicated to supporting the athletic and academic dreams of Chicago’s youth. The WSC Scholars Program was created to help student-athletes prepare for and succeed in college. High school juniors who live and study in Chicago and have participated in an eligible Olympic/Paralympic sport for two seasons in theschool.

Learn to avoid Common English writing errors (good examples)

Tips to do well in common English Grammar Errors both School and Work

In this blog I will give you some common problem we all have with English writing. Sometimes we all see similar words and we all misuse them

1st Common Error-Affect vs. effect

Problem
Because affect and effect sound somewhat alike, many people confuse and misuse them.


Solution



When the meaning of either of these words is likely to be misinterpreted by your readers, consider choosing a less ambiguous synonym.



Here are the most common meanings for affect and effect.



USE AFFECT IF YOU MEAN USE EFFECT IF YOU MEAN



-to influence

-to feign; to simulate

-to move; to touch

-to pretend

-to hinder; to hurt

-to bring about

-to carry out

-an impact

-an impression

-an outcome; a result


Examples


The sentences below show you how to use affect and effect.


AFFECT


EFFECT


Winning the award greatly affected (influenced) Jessie.


Jssie became involved in her community and effected (brought about) many changes.

Jonas affects (feigns; simulates) a British accent when recounting his travels abroad.

We need the support of all stakeholders before we can effect (carry out) health care reform.

The Smiths were deeply affected (moved; touched) by the loss of their pet cockatoo.

The Supreme Court ruling will have a lasting effect (impact) on official languages services.


Jackie affected (pretended) to despise science fiction, yet she was avidly reading all of Isaac Asimov's Robot novels.

The artist stood back to take in the overall effect (impression) of his painting.


How does low literacy affect (hinder; hurt) the health of Canadians?

The committee members hoped the measures would produce a positive effect (outcome; result).

2nd common error-Amount vs. number

Problem



People often use amount instead of number to refer to things that can be counted exactly or approximately. This usage is incorrect.

Solution

The following table shows the correct usage for amount and number.

If referring to then use a total or mass

Amount things that can be counted exactly or approximately number

Examples

The following table shows examples of how to use amount and number.

Amount Number



The concert is expected to bring in a huge amount of money for the fundraiser.

Only a small number of people have travelled to Antarctica.



(Not a small amount of people)



This cookie recipe calls for a tiny amount of salt.

I cannot remember the number of times I've been snowboarding.



(Not the amount of times)

3rd common error-Further vs. farther

Problem

Many writers are unsure of how and when to use the words further and farther. As well, some think these words are completely interchangeable, while others do not.

Solution

Here are some guidelines to help you deal with further and farther.

Examples



Use further



-as an adjective meaning "more" or "additional"



Do you have any further questions?



-as a verb meaning "to continue, encourage, foster or promote"



The loans program allows Canadians to further (continue) their education.



We must further (encourage, foster, promote) co-operation between our two countries.



-as an introductory adverb meaning "furthermore" or "in addition"



Further, I wish to congratulate our volunteers for their outstanding service to our community.



-as an adverb when referring to progress or figurative distance (not measurable in steps, inches, kilometres, etc.)





Jack took the IT courses he needed to help him go further in his career.



Use farther



-as an adjective meaning "more distant"

They sailed to the farther shore before heading back.



-as the comparative form of "far" when referring to distance

Port Elgin is farther east than we were told.



-as an adverb when referring to physical distance (measurable in steps, inches, kilometres, etc.)

How much farther can we travel on half a tank of gas?



NOTE: Most sources list farther and further as synonyms. However, they suggest using further in an abstract (or figurative) sense and farther in a physical sense. When choosing between further or farther, you need to consider whether the distance is physical or figurative. For example:



I'm exhausted, I can't go any farther.

[Means I can't walk another step]



I'm exhausted, I can't go any further.

[Means I can't do anything more]

4th common English error-Cannot or can not?

Problem

  One word

Or

Two words

Have you lost precious minutes wondering about cannot and can not? If so, you're not alone.

Solution


Both cannot and can not are correct. However, cannot is the far more common spelling. We recommend the following guidelines:



USE CANNOT USE CAN NOT

When you mean be unable to:

The parties cannot (are unable to) agree.



Erica cannot (is unable to) play at the jazz festival.

When you want to give greater emphasis to the word not:

Joe: I can speak Italian better than you can.

Bridget: You can not!



When a choice is involved:

He can go, or he can not go.

OR

He can go or not.

When the word not is part of the correlative conjunction not only…but also:

We can not only meet for dinner but also see a movie.





5th common English error: Bring vs. Take



When we go to the party on Saturday, let’s bring a bottle of wine.



This is INCORRECT.



When you are viewing the movement of something from the point of arrival, use “bring”:



When you come to the party, please bring a bottle of wine.



This is CORRECT.



When you are viewing the movement of something from the point of departure, use “take”:



When we go to the party, let’s take a bottle of wine.



This is CORRECT.

6th common English error: Fewer vs. Less

Sign at the checkout of a supermarket: “Ten items or less”.

This is INCORRECT.

You can count the items, so you need to use the number word “fewer”. These nouns are countable.

Ten items or fewer.

This is CORRECT.


If you can’t count the substance, then you should use “less”. These nouns are uncountable.

You should eat less meat.

This is CORRECT.

7th common English error: Went vs. Gone

I should have went to school yesterday.

This is INCORRECT.

The correct form is:



Should + have + past participle



I should have gone to school yesterday.


This is CORRECT.

8th common English error: Its vs. It's

Its going to be sunny tomorrow.



This is INCORRECT.



It’s is the contraction of It is:



It’s going to be sunny tomorrow.



This is CORRECT