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jparksx

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on: Jul 15, 2018
Which verb in the following sentences unnecessarily shifts tense? Last year my sister had her
  first baby. She named her Sandra. Next month, my brother will have his first baby. Our family is very blessed
 
  a. had
  b. named
  c. will have
  d. is
  e. None of the verbs unnecessarily shifts tense

Question 2

Which verb in the following sentences unnecessarily shifts tense? Several years ago J.K.
  Rowling published the first Harry Potter book. It becomes an instant success. Millions of the books were purchased overnight.
 
  a. published
  b. becomes
  c. success
  d. were purchased
  e. None of the verbs unnecessarily shift tense.


nital

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Reply #1 on: Jul 15, 2018
Answer to Question 1

e

Answer to Question 2

b


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