Read the paragraph.Patty and Maureen took the long drive to their high school reunion. The women were excited about the prospect of seeing old friends at the ranch. The group had quite a past history to reminisce about. The weekend was sure to be full of stories and laughter!Which sentence should be revised to eliminate redundancy?
Read the sentence.The patient who was not feeling well told the doctor her head hurt and that she was experiencing blurry vision with her eyesight.Which answer choice is the best revision of the sentence to avoid repetition?
Read the sentence.The failing company was not going to succeed because it was bankrupt and did not have any money left.What is the best way to revise this sentence to eliminate wordiness?
Read the sentence.Unaware of the change in the week’s work schedule, the loyal customers saw Marquis arrive to work a day early.What is the best revision for the sentence?The loyal customers saw Marquis, who was unaware of the change in the week’s work schedule, arrive to work a day early.Marquis arrived to work a day early, which the loyal customers saw, unaware of the change in the week’s work schedule.Unaware of the change in the week’s work schedule, Marquis arrived to work a day early, which the loyal customers saw.Unaware of the change in the week’s work schedule, the loyal customers saw Marquis arrive to work a day early.
Read the sentence.The audience rose up and graciously applauded the guest speaker with a standing ovation.What is the best way to revise this sentence to eliminate wordiness?
Read the sentence.The university has __________ students attending from other countries.Which word belongs in the blank?
Which of the following is a redundant pair?
Read the sentence.During the pizza party, Mrs. Saint-Claire served the children on paper plates.What is the best way to revise this sentence?
Read the sentence.My daily routine—the things I do every day—consists of studying, exercising, and working.What is the best way to rewrite the sentence to avoid repetition?
Read the sentence.Selena had an unexpected surprise when she attempted to duplicate a copy of a culinary dish she learned in culinary school.What is the best way to rewrite the sentence to avoid repetition?
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