INSTRUCTIONS: Edit the following paragraphs for consistent verb tense only. Identify the tense in the first sentence as present or past, and then make the remaining sentences match that tense.Tense __________ The way the morning begins sets the tone for the entire day. Even a tiny event like hitting all the lights green on the way to school or work gives people a boost. Pulling into the parking lot and finding the perfect parking space just seemed like a great beginning. When others showed concern, life just gets better. Smiles or friendly words all made people feel welcome. Having a friend take the time to ask about a sick child or a problem showed people that others cared. On the other hand, the day quickly became depressing when a person stepped out of bed into a puddle left by
the family's new puppy. On this day, the cereal spoon has a life of its own and just flipped out of the bowl, splattering milky oatmeal everywhere. Car keys hide as the clock moved later and later. All the traffic lights today were red. On this day for stepping into things, a soft wad of gum waits on the parking lot to be picked up. Whether bright or gloomy, the mood for the day is often set by the events that occur early in the day.
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Tense present (Verbs that need to be changed are in boldface.)
The way the morning begins sets the tone for the entire day. Even a tiny event like hitting all the lights green on the way to school or work gives people a boost. Pulling into the parking lot and finding the perfect parking space just seems like a great beginning. When others show concern, life just gets better. Smiles or friendly words all make people feel welcome. Having a friend take the time to ask about a sick child or a problem shows people that others care. On the other hand, the day quickly becomes depressing when a person steps out of bed into a puddle left by the family's new puppy. On this day, the cereal spoon has a life of its own and just flips out of the bowl, splattering milky oatmeal everywhere. Car keys hide as the clock moves later and later. All the traffic lights today are red. On this day for stepping into things, a soft wad of gum waits on the parking lot to be picked up. Whether bright or gloomy, the mood for the day is often set by the events that occur early in the day.
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