Using Specific Words
Each of the following sentences uses vague or abstract language. Identify the specific words or phrases that would best replace the underlined vague words or phrases.
For help with this exercise, see section 20a of Focus on Reading and Writing.
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When I was young, I came to the United States from another country.
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We had to leave because of an employment difficulty.
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For a while, we had a very hard time.
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Then my father found work.
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Both of my parents worked very hard and did not have time for other things.
Each of the following sentences uses vague or abstract language. Identify the answer that would best replace the vague language with specific words or phrases.
For help with this exercise, see section 20a of Focus on Reading and Writing.
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For many people, the sounds and smells of a cookout mean that summer has finally arrived.
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At many cookouts, the main attraction is a meat course.
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Other popular main courses include many different kinds of meat and seafood.
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For people who don’t eat meat, vegetables are often available.
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Many other kinds of dishes are also served at barbecues.