Asked by Julia
Identify awkward or pretentious diction in the following sentences, and revise each sentence as necessary to improve clarity.
2.
Let’s have a discussion of the essay you read for homework.
3.
Khaya finally came to the realization that she preferred research to teaching.
4.
A key step toward losing weight is to make a reduction in the amount of food you consume.
5.
A supercilious manager rarely contributes to a felicitous workplace.
6.
Recommendations are being made by the faculty for the honor society.
7.
Colin filled out his application to work part-time during the holidays.
8.
We should give serious consideration to the possibility of traveling to China this summer.
9.
The president has every intention of hearing both viewpoints.
10.
Before finalizing the meeting, the chair of the group offered a plethora of ideas.
11.
Before Derrell made a serious purchase, such as a car, he made a study of the competition.
12.
Many benefits accrue from residing in a heterogeneous community.
13.
The press release gave an explanation for the senator’s stance on homeland security.
14.
A recalcitrant attitude has resulted from too many of our colleagues becoming mired in quotidian concerns.
15.
Maya has a lot of sympathy for students who experience test anxiety.
2.
Let’s have a discussion of the essay you read for homework.
3.
Khaya finally came to the realization that she preferred research to teaching.
4.
A key step toward losing weight is to make a reduction in the amount of food you consume.
5.
A supercilious manager rarely contributes to a felicitous workplace.
6.
Recommendations are being made by the faculty for the honor society.
7.
Colin filled out his application to work part-time during the holidays.
8.
We should give serious consideration to the possibility of traveling to China this summer.
9.
The president has every intention of hearing both viewpoints.
10.
Before finalizing the meeting, the chair of the group offered a plethora of ideas.
11.
Before Derrell made a serious purchase, such as a car, he made a study of the competition.
12.
Many benefits accrue from residing in a heterogeneous community.
13.
The press release gave an explanation for the senator’s stance on homeland security.
14.
A recalcitrant attitude has resulted from too many of our colleagues becoming mired in quotidian concerns.
15.
Maya has a lot of sympathy for students who experience test anxiety.
Answers
Answered by
Julia
I know the answers to 3, 5, 7, and 9
Answered by
Ms. Sue
2. Let's discuss the essay you read.
4. To lose weight, reduce the amount of food you eat.
I'll be glad to check your revisions for the other sentences.
4. To lose weight, reduce the amount of food you eat.
I'll be glad to check your revisions for the other sentences.
Answered by
Julia
could 6 be The faculty had made recommendations for the honor society?
Answered by
Julia
@Ms Sue
Answered by
Ms. Sue
Yes -- but omit "had."
Answered by
Julia
8- We should consider traveling to China this summer?
Answered by
Reed
8 is good.
Answered by
Julia
10- Before finishing the meeting, the chair of the group offered many ideas?
Answered by
Ms. Sue
Omit "of the group" and your sentence will be good.
Answered by
Julia
11- Before Derrell made a serious purchase, such as a car, he would study the competition?
Answered by
Akshar
Derrell studied the competition before making a serious purchase
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