#GRAMMAR 13.9 REDO

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20 questions

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PART 1 of 1

DIRECTIONS:
1. In SIX of the sentences, insert a comma to correct the sentence. (6 points)
*You may only add EXACTLY one comma.

2. In NINE of the sentences, remove a comma to correct the sentence. (9 points)
*You may only remove EXACTLY one comma.

3. FIVE of the sentences are correct. For those sentences, write correct in the box. (5 points)
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A good way to begin learning about the history of the states, is to explore their names.

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The curtain rose slowly and the performance began.

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That doctor never turns away anyone, but welcomes every patient.

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Everything I like to snack on, is bound to have too much sugar.

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I had not seen Yosemite before so it took my breath away.

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Socrates achieved fame as a philosopher, and people still study his teachings today.

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Whoever crosses the finish line first, gets the trophy.

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The squirrel isn’t satisfied with its sunflower seeds, but tries to get into the bird feeder.

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The audience burst into applause and they kept applauding for ten curtain calls.

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The spy hoped to exit through the kitchen but the door was locked.

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Which grocery sack contains, the potatoes, rice, and beans?

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We tried to clean up the river but it was too severely polluted.

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I hope we’re including, Ralph, Manny, and Paul on the list.

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He will never forget that performance for it made him laugh till he cried.

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Suellen finished first in the race and also broke the record.

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I never would have believed it, had I not seen it.

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We had not heard about the tragic accident nor had we seen it.

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I love homework more than watching TV, so I am an anomaly.

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The king assembled his dukes, barons, and earls in a parliament.

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The classroom holds, desks, chairs, office supplies, and bookcases.