writingfirst6e

Using Specific Words 1

Using Specific Words 1

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 22a.

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1. When I was young, I came to the United States from another country.

young; Iran

five years old; a Middle Eastern country

five years old; Iran

a youth; Iran

Using Specific Words 1: 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. - 1. When I was young, I came to the United States from another country.

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2. We had to leave because of an employment difficulty.

my father was unable to find work

a family member had issues

my sibling was having a hard time

my father had problems

Using Specific Words 1: 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. - 2. We had to leave because of an employment difficulty.

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3. For a while, we had a very hard time.

quite some time

the first two years

a few years

a long while

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4. Then my father found work.

found a job

became employed with a company

received a job offer

found work as a teacher

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5. Both of my parents worked very hard and did not have time for other things.

for leisurely activities

to work hard

to help me learn English

to relax a lot

Using Specific Words 1: 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. - 5. Both of my parents worked very hard and did not have time for other things.