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#GRAMMAR 7.9 PRACTICE (due date: Thursday, March 2)

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PART 1 of 2

DIRECTIONS:
1. Insert a hyphen or hyphens to separate the compound adjectives. (20 points)
*You must copy and paste the entire sentence into the box.
*Use proper capitalization and punctuation.
*Look at the number in parentheses to determine how many hyphens to include in your answer.
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Studies have deter­mined the dis­tinc­tions between right or left brain functions. (2)

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The two college students presented a subject by subject analysis. (2)

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Acetaminophen is considered an over the counter medicine. (2)

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My sister was born in the mid 1990s. (1)

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I will be right back, I have to make a long distance phone call. (1)

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Fred was applauded for his behind the scenes efforts to raise the capital necessary to launch the company. (2)

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Does your car have two or four wheel drive? (2)

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Highly motivated working parents find enriching after school programs for their children. (1)

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Our long range plan included several marketing strategies. (1)

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Home educational services are provided to children on a case by case basis. (2)

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The play was well rehearsed by a troupe of extremely professional actors. (1)

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My accident prone cousin is coming to visit us this weekend. (1)

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My sister has to have sugar free candy due to her diabetes. (1)

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First, second, and third graders are just the cutest! (3)

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At my job, we use computer aided technology. (1)

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I have just finished reading a 300 page book. (1)

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I enjoy eating gluten free items. (1)

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The class is learning about pro American leaders. (1)

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Can you please show me a cross section of the house? (1)

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I can’t believe you are sixty seven! (1)

PART 2 of 2

DIRECTIONS:
1. In EIGHT of the sentences, insert a hyphen or hyphens to separate the compound adjectives. (8 points)
*You must copy and paste the entire sentence into the box.
*Use proper capitalization and punctuation.
*Look at the number in parentheses to determine how many hyphens to include in your answer.

2. In EIGHT of the sentences, write correct in the box for your answer. (8 points)
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This medical study is for 25, 35, 45, and 55 year olds only. (5)

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The man is forty years old on Sunday. (0 or 1)

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The spiritually inclined woman went to church. (0 or 1)

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The injured man is twenty five years old. (0 or 1)

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That cookie has a bell like shape to it. (0 or 1)

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That mouth watering pizza is about to be consumed in about thirty seconds. (0 or 1)

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The person who just boarded our bus is a nationally known scientist. (0 or 1)

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I work an eight hour day, five days a week. (0 or 1)

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My often late older brother is the one who is supposed to drive me to school. (0 or 1)

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Schools are often categorized according to the number of free and reduced lunch students enrolled. (2)

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You are a very powerful leader for our company. (0 or 1)

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We have non English speaking air traffic controllers on staff. (2)

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Wow, that man is very quick thinking! (0 or 1)

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Place your order pre Christmas to enjoy our discount. (0 or 1)

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I would like to purchase a home that is custom built. (0 or 1)

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The school bus is unusually slow today. (0 or 1)