Question
For sentences 33–39, there are seven highlights to show which word or phrase may be incorrect.
For each highlight, select the word or phrase that is correct.
Snapping turtles are fascinating creatures often
in freshwater environments like ponds, lakes, and slow-moving.They have a distinct, rugged appearance with a
shell and a strong jaw, which they use to snap up their food, giving them their name. These turtles can be easily recognized by their long tails and sharp beaks.
they may seem slow on land; they are surprisingly swift in the water.
It's essential to approach snapping turtles with caution, as they can be
when threatened and can deliver a powerful bite. Box turtles are small, land-dwelling reptiles known for their distinctive domed shell that resembles a box. These turtles display a variety of shell patterns and colors, ranging from brown and black to more vibrant yellows and oranges. What makes them truly unique is their hinged lower
allows them to close up completely when they feel threatened, providing an excellent defense against predators. Often found in
marshy areas in North America, box turtles are omnivores, feasting on a mix of plants, insects, and even small animals.
For each highlight, select the word or phrase that is correct.
Snapping turtles are fascinating creatures often
in freshwater environments like ponds, lakes, and slow-moving.They have a distinct, rugged appearance with a
shell and a strong jaw, which they use to snap up their food, giving them their name. These turtles can be easily recognized by their long tails and sharp beaks.
they may seem slow on land; they are surprisingly swift in the water.
It's essential to approach snapping turtles with caution, as they can be
when threatened and can deliver a powerful bite. Box turtles are small, land-dwelling reptiles known for their distinctive domed shell that resembles a box. These turtles display a variety of shell patterns and colors, ranging from brown and black to more vibrant yellows and oranges. What makes them truly unique is their hinged lower
allows them to close up completely when they feel threatened, providing an excellent defense against predators. Often found in
marshy areas in North America, box turtles are omnivores, feasting on a mix of plants, insects, and even small animals.
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Here are the corrections for the highlighted words or phrases in the sentences provided:
33. "environments like ponds, lakes, and slow-moving." - should be "environments like ponds, lakes, and slow-moving rivers."
34. "distinct, rugged appearance with a" - should be "distinct, rugged appearance with a hard shell."
35. "they may seem slow on land;" - should be "While they may seem slow on land;"
36. "to approach snapping turtles with caution, as they can be" - should be "to approach snapping turtles with caution, as they can be aggressive."
37. "that resembles a box." - this phrase is accurate as it stands.
38. "hinged lower" - should be "hinged lower shell"
39. "in marshy areas in North America," - should be "in wooded or marshy areas in North America,"
Please review the context of these corrections to ensure they fit properly with the rest of your text.
33. "environments like ponds, lakes, and slow-moving." - should be "environments like ponds, lakes, and slow-moving rivers."
34. "distinct, rugged appearance with a" - should be "distinct, rugged appearance with a hard shell."
35. "they may seem slow on land;" - should be "While they may seem slow on land;"
36. "to approach snapping turtles with caution, as they can be" - should be "to approach snapping turtles with caution, as they can be aggressive."
37. "that resembles a box." - this phrase is accurate as it stands.
38. "hinged lower" - should be "hinged lower shell"
39. "in marshy areas in North America," - should be "in wooded or marshy areas in North America,"
Please review the context of these corrections to ensure they fit properly with the rest of your text.
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