Improving Sentence Structure, Part 2

Which sentence is constructed most correctly and clearly?

Because we wanted at long last to be finished with the project, we forgot the conclusion.

Which sentence is constructed to emphasize that Burt stuck to his jogging routine?

Burt jogged even during a heat wave.

Which sentence is constructed correctly and clearly to indicate that David did not meet the requirements for reading ten books?

David read only one book.

The following sentence is correctly constructed: To improperly place modification in an infinitive phrase producers an awkward construction.

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Which sentence is constructed so that the modifier clearly describes the words for which it was intended?

For a very good reason, the teacher designed a new workbook for students who failed three tests.

Which sentence is constructed correctly and clearly?

I agreed to attend the scout meeting every Thursday night.

Which sentence is constructed so that the modifier clearly describes the words for which it was intended?

I saw the car that had passed us screech to a halt at the red light.

Which sentence is constructed most correctly and clearly?

In the west windows, I hung new drapes that I had recently made.

Which sentence is constructed so that the modifier clearly indicates that John works seven days a week?

John works even on weekends.

Which sentence is constructed so that the modifier clearly describes the words for which it was intended?

Josie polished the desk until it looked almost new.

Which sentence is constructed so that the modifier clearly describes the words for which it was intended?

The soup in the green bowl was the saltiest.

Which sentence is constructed correctly and clearly?

The team almost lost by three points.

Which sentence is constructed correctly and clearly?

You should begin now to apply for college if you hope to be accepted.