
5th Revising/Editing Review
Quiz by Chloe Wade
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32 Brice needs a better transition between the second paragraph (sentences 9–12) and the third paragraph (sentences 13–17). Which transition could BEST be added to the beginning of sentence 13?
(12) They impact the health of existing brain cells and the growth of new ones. (13) Doctors say that children need at least 60 minutes of physical activity each day.
33 What is the MOST effective way to combine sentences 16 and 17?
(16) On the playground they learn to share and communicate with other children. (17) They also learn to play with other children.
34 Brice wants to use a more descriptive word than thoughts in sentence 19. Which word can BEST replace thoughts in this sentence?
(18) Some people are opposed to more recess time for kids. (19) They have thoughts about student safety during recess breaks. (20) They worry that children might not be well supervised.
35 Which sentence can BEST be added after sentence 34 to bring this paper to a more effective conclusion?
(33) As people learn about the value of recess breaks, more and more schools are beginning to retain or increase recess time. (34) Experts believe that this is a good thing for kids.
36 What change should be made in sentence 3?
(3) But when the term is used people usually think of a certain plane.
37 What change, if any, should be made in sentence 7?
(7) Some people call this special plane the “Flying Oval Office.”
38 What is the correct way to write sentence 9?
(9) It includes about 4,000 square feet of space on three levels it has a private bedroom, bathroom, and office.