Asked by Jane

In which sentence is ceased used inappropriately and why:

A. After the rain ceased, the sun came out.
B. When the teacher told us to be quiet, we ceased talking.
C. When we were full, we ceased eating.
D. When it got cold, we ceased wearing our jackets.

Is it "A?" If so, why?

Answers

Answered by Ms. Sue
No, it's not A. That sentence uses "ceased" correctly.

Read each sentence very carefully and think about it.

I didn't see the answer at first until it rose up and hit me!

Answered by Jane
it must be "D."
Answered by Ms. Sue
Yes. LOL! We don't STOP wearing jackets when it gets cold!

Answered by Anonymous
In which sentence is ceased used inappropriately?
a. After the rain ceased, the sun came out.
b. When the teacher told us to be quiet, we ceased talking.
c. When we were full, we ceased eating.
d. When it got cold, we ceased wearing our jackets.
Critical Reading
Answered by z.p.
it would be D. because if your cold why would you take your jacket off?
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