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jace

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Choose the correct verb in this sentence, Yesterday we ____ not go swimming because there was a thunderstorm.
 
  A) will
  B) could
  C) can

Question 2

What is the rule of thumb about word choice in editing?
 
  A) The verbs in the sentence must have parallel structure.
  B) The word choice must fit the audience and purpose of the writing.
  C) The words can be either general or specific.
  D) The words should be able to be determined by context clues.



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johnpizzaz

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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

B




jace

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Reply 2 on: Jul 15, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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