Correct Modifiers and Concise Wording

Question 1

Read the sentence.The group of friends came to a consensus about which movie they would agree to see together.What is the best way to rewrite the sentence to avoid repetition?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

C: The group of friends came to an agreement about the movie they would see together.

Question 2

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?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: Graciously, the audience rose up and applauded the guest speaker.

Question 3

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.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: The loyal customers saw Marquis, who was unaware of the change in the week’s work schedule, arrive to work a day early.

Question 4

Which of the following sentences contains a misplaced modifier?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: Baking in the oven, Kaleb thought the cake smelled great.

Question 5

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?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

C: The failing company was going bankrupt.

Question 6

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?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: My daily routine consists of studying, exercising, and working.

Question 7

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?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

C: Sentence 3

Question 8

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?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: Selena had a surprise when she attempted to duplicate a dish she learned in culinary school.

Question 9

Which of the following sentences can be revised to eliminate redundancies?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: Juan was costumed in disguise when he entered the room.

Question 10

Read the paragraph.Driving to the fair was a troublesome, difficult situation today. We planned on leaving at 5:30 p.m., which was unfortunately during rush hour. The traffic would be horrible and we did not want to be stuck. We decided to consult a map in an attempt to find an alternative route. Which sentence should be rewritten to improve the clarity of the paragraph?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: sentence 1

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