INSTRUCTIONS: The following sentences contain errors in punctuation, capitalization, and spelling. First read all the sentences, then examine each carefully. There are no correct items. Cross out the error, and write the correction above the word(s) or punctuation mark..The origin of this superstition goes back too ancient times before mirrors existed. Some people had "gazing pools" in their gardens in order to see their reflections.

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The origin of this superstition goes back to ancient times before mirrors existed. Some people had "gazing pools" in their gardens in order to see their reflections.

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Each general statement is followed by several examples. Select the letter of the example that does not clearly illustrate the generalization

Certain clothing is always inappropriate for the workplace. A) Clothes that are dirty, stained, torn, ragged, or wrinkled should not be worn to work. B) The workplace is no place for any garments that are too tight or too revealing— such as plunging necklines, mini-skirts, short shorts, see-through tops, or shirts that expose the midriff. C) When preparing to go to work, use make-up and cologne sparingly. D) Clothing that's too casual, such as athletic wear and flip flops, is usually not suitable for work.

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Anna is not sure (weather, whether) Jeff is going with us.

Select the letter of the correct word for each sentence. A) weather B) whether

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Most fluency instruction should be conducted

A. through the use of games. B. within the context of reading material. C. first thing in the morning.  D. with students in grades 3 and above. 

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A complex sentence must contain what?

a) two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause b) one independent clause and at least one dependent clause c) two dependent clauses and at least one independent clause

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