EXERCISE 22–1 Pronoun-antecedent agreement

EXERCISE 22–1 Pronoun-antecedent agreement

Edit the following sentences to eliminate problems with pronoun-antecedent agreement. Most of the sentences can be revised in more than one way, so experiment before choosing a solution. If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. Type your answers in the boxes below. Click Save to save your work and return to it. Click Submit to record your activity in your instructor's gradebook. You can also review your response at any time.

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Every presidential candidate must appeal to a wide variety of ethnic and social groups if they want to win the election.

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Suggested revision: Every presidential candidate must appeal to a wide variety of ethnic and social groups to win the election.
EXERCISE 22–1 Pronoun-antecedent agreement - Edit the following sentences to eliminate problems with pronoun-antecedent agreement. Most of the sentences can be revised in more than one way, so experiment before choosing a solution. If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. Type your answers in the boxes below. Click Save to save your work and return to it. Click Submit to record your activity in your instructor's gradebook. You can also review your response at any time. - Every presidential candidate must appeal to a wide variety of ethnic and social groups if they want to win the election.

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David lent his motorcycle to someone who allowed their friend to use it.

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Suggested revision: David lent his motorcycle to someone who allowed a friend to use it.
EXERCISE 22–1 Pronoun-antecedent agreement - Edit the following sentences to eliminate problems with pronoun-antecedent agreement. Most of the sentences can be revised in more than one way, so experiment before choosing a solution. If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. Type your answers in the boxes below. Click Save to save your work and return to it. Click Submit to record your activity in your instructor's gradebook. You can also review your response at any time. - David lent his motorcycle to someone who allowed their friend to use it.

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The aerobics teacher motioned for everyone to move their arms in wide, slow circles.

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Suggested revision: The aerobics teacher motioned for all the students to move their arms in wide, slow circles.
EXERCISE 22–1 Pronoun-antecedent agreement - Edit the following sentences to eliminate problems with pronoun-antecedent agreement. Most of the sentences can be revised in more than one way, so experiment before choosing a solution. If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. Type your answers in the boxes below. Click Save to save your work and return to it. Click Submit to record your activity in your instructor's gradebook. You can also review your response at any time. - The aerobics teacher motioned for everyone to move their arms in wide, slow circles.

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The parade committee was unanimous in its decision to allow all groups and organizations to join the festivities.

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Suggested revision: Correct
EXERCISE 22–1 Pronoun-antecedent agreement - Edit the following sentences to eliminate problems with pronoun-antecedent agreement. Most of the sentences can be revised in more than one way, so experiment before choosing a solution. If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. Type your answers in the boxes below. Click Save to save your work and return to it. Click Submit to record your activity in your instructor's gradebook. You can also review your response at any time. - The parade committee was unanimous in its decision to allow all groups and organizations to join the festivities.

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The applicant should be bilingual if they want to qualify for this position.

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Suggested revision: Applicants should be bilingual if they want to qualify for this position.
EXERCISE 22–1 Pronoun-antecedent agreement - Edit the following sentences to eliminate problems with pronoun-antecedent agreement. Most of the sentences can be revised in more than one way, so experiment before choosing a solution. If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. Type your answers in the boxes below. Click Save to save your work and return to it. Click Submit to record your activity in your instructor's gradebook. You can also review your response at any time. - The applicant should be bilingual if they want to qualify for this position.

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