Writing Coherent Sentences
Read the sentence. If you start to feel hungry, fix yourself a snack. This is an example of a
complex sentence.
Read the sentence. The planet Jupiter, named for the king of the Roman gods, has rings composed of dust particles ejected during impact with incoming comets and asteroids. Which words should be changed to make the sentence more appropriate for a general audience?
composed and ejected
Read the sentence. My father, an electrical engineer, patiently explained the confusing material in my science textbook. The underlined words are a(n)
appositive phrase.
Read the paragraph. (1) Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. uses repetition to give his speech rhythm and momentum. (2) "Let freedom ring" is a phrase which is used many times in his speech. (3) "Let freedom ring" is a phrase that leads to an exciting conclusion. Which revision combines sentence 2 and sentence 3 most effectively?
"Let freedom ring" is a phrase that is used many times to lead to an exciting conclusion.
Which sentences must be revised to correct vague pronouns? Check all that apply.
-They say strange things happen during a full moon. -Phil visited Uncle James shortly after his vacation. -After her accident, Julie helped Lian fix her broken-down bike.
Read the sentence. There is a swimming pool in our backyard, but it contains no water. This is an example of a
-compound sentence.
Choose the pronoun that replaces the underlined word correctly. The runners were thrilled when Speedy Shoes offered the runners each a free pair of training shoes.
-them
Read the sentence. My little brothers like to watch "The Peppy Pirates" on TV, and they drive me crazy! This sentence contains an example of a
Vague pronoun
Read the sentence. Pet canaries need large cages, wooden perches, some fresh water, and keep out of cold. Which phrase should be revised for a more parallel sentence?
keep out of cold
Read the sentence. "Relax," said my tennis coach. "Your opponent is well trained, but she is no match for your powerful and accurate serve." Which commonly overused word can be replaced with a more effective choice?
said
