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Writing Practice: Articles and Sentences

The document provides writing practice exercises including rewriting sentences with correct articles, filling in blanks in a paragraph with transition words, correcting mistakes in paragraphs, writing topic sentences, and identifying relevant and irrelevant sentences. The exercises focus on grammar, punctuation, and developing writing skills.

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Writing Practice: Articles and Sentences

The document provides writing practice exercises including rewriting sentences with correct articles, filling in blanks in a paragraph with transition words, correcting mistakes in paragraphs, writing topic sentences, and identifying relevant and irrelevant sentences. The exercises focus on grammar, punctuation, and developing writing skills.

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WRITING 1 – PRACTICE

Task 1

Task 2

Task 3

Rewrite the following sentences, adding the correct article where needed.

1. Space ship landed on front lawn of White House.


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2. Einstein was brilliant physicist.


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3. Cattle were grazing in field.


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4. Job market of today requires skill in using computers.
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5. Moon is celestial body in universe.


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6. Apple day keeps doctor away.


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7. Man in red coat stole book from bookstore.


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8. Toaster is small appliance usually found in American kitchen.


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9. World famous boxer from United States, Mohammed Ali, was Greatest.
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10. University of Arizona is in a medium sized university in State of Arizona.


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Task 4

Fill in the blanks in the following paragraph with before, after, as soon as, when, because, but, or so.
Some of the words are used more than once.

The children of Mrs. Peterson’s class went on a field trip to the city’s natural history museum. __________
they could go however, they had to give the principle their permission slips that their parents had signed.
__________ collecting all the slips, the children got on the bus. Many of the children had never been to a
museum ________ they were very excited about the outing. The drive to the museum took a long time
__________ they had fun. Mrs. Peterson led the children in singing and playing games __________ time
went by quickly. __________ they arrived at the museum, the group went straight to the dinosaur section.
They went to this section first __________ they had been studying dinosaurs in class. ____________ the
children saw the display of dinosaur bones, they began asking the museum guide questions. __________ the
outing was very informative all the children had a great time.

Task 5

Look at the sentence fragments below and rewrite them to form complete sentences. Be sure to use
correct punctuation and capitalization.

1. before I go to sleep I
_________________________________________________________________________
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2. i like English class because
_________________________________________________________________________
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3. after i take a test I


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4. when Elliot finally got his drivers license


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5. as soon as this class is over


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6. miss kim got a new job but


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7. so I did not pass the test


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Task 5

There are many mistakes in the following paragraph. Correct the mistakes and rewrite the paragraph.

there is many reason why insect are so successful at surviving. their ability to adapts allow them to live in
extreme temperatures and environments. insect can eats a wide range of naturals and artificial foods. these
include paints, pepper, glue, book, grain, cotton, other insects, plants and animals. because they are small
they can hide in tiny space. strong, hard but flexible shell called a exoskeleton cover their soft organs. It also
protect them from chemicals, water and physical impact. their wing allow them to fly away from dangerous
situation or toward food or mate.

Task 6

Read each of the paragraphs below and write a topic sentence for that paragraph. Be sure the topic
sentence is general enough to include all the sentences in the paragraph.

1. Topic Sentence:

_______________________________________________________________. The prizes are named


after Alfred Nobel, the inventor of dynamite, who created the prizes in his will. He donated a good
portion of his estate to fund the prizes, decided who would judge the winners of each award and also
named the prize categories.

2. Topic Sentence:

________________________________________________________________. In the last hundred


years alone, there have been more than 1.5 million earthquake-related fatalities. Usually, it's not the
shaking ground itself that claims lives -- it's the destruction of manmade structures and the creation of
other natural disasters, such as tsunamis, avalanches and landslides.

3. Topic Sentence:

_____________________________________________________________. Think long and hard about


the fact that a tattoo is permanent. What’s "cool" at 18 might not be very appealing on a 40-year-old.
Also, tattoo removal is more painful and expensive than tattooing. The process usually takes several
sessions and offers varying results. Doctors say tattoos can be lightened but not always completely
removed.

Task 6

Which sentences below are relevant or irrelevant to the topic? Write an R or an I on the space next to
each sentence to note if it is relevant (R) or irrelevant (I) to the topic sentence.

Topic Sentence: Learning English is not always difficult.

_____ 1. Some teachers know how to make learning English fun.

_____ 2. Visiting English speaking countries can help you learn English faster and easier.

_____ 3. No matter where you learn English, it is expensive to study.

_____ 4. Watching English language movies can be a lot of fun and very helpful.

Which sentence is irrelevant? Why? __________________________________________

Topic Sentence: I love to watch science fiction movies.

_____ 1. Science fiction can tell us a lot about what tomorrow’s world may be like.

_____ 2. Science fiction movies can teach us about science sometimes.

_____ 3. It is exciting to see the new ideas the writers come up with.

_____ 4. Movies are too expensive nowadays.

Which sentence is irrelevant? Why? __________________________________________

Topic Sentence: Drunk driving should be punished severely.


_____ 1. It’s okay to drive if you drink just a little bit.

_____ 2. Many people are hurt and killed by drunk drivers.

_____ 3. Drunk driving causes many accidents.

_____ 4. The accidents caused by drunk drivers increase the cost of insurance for all of us.

Which sentence is irrelevant? Why? __________________________________________

Task 7

Read the paragraph below and

1. Underline the topic sentence.

2. Circle the transition words (see supporting sentences).

3. Write a concluding sentence for the paragraph.

Seoul, the capital of Korea, is a very fascinating place. It is a very old city, but very modern. There are
several ancient palaces that are major tourist attractions, which draw thousands of people annually. One
example is Kyongbok Palace, which was founded by the Yi Dynasty in 1392. It is easy to tell that Seoul is
also a very modern city. The most obvious clue is the skyline, everywhere you look one can see countless
high-rise office buildings and apartments. Another indication is its transportation system; the subway, buses,
and taxis are second to none. Seoul, being the cultural and financial center of the country, is also the most
populated city in the country. The city’s thriving and energetic 10 million plus population is eager to make
any tourists stay an event to remember. _______________________________________________________

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My nephews Jason and Levi are like a ray of sunshine in my cloudy life. Every time I see them, they make
me smile, even if I’m in a bad mood. Although they are much younger than me, I enjoy talking to them and
sharing secrets with them. We like to go swimming and hiking as well as playing basketball sometimes. My
nephews look up to me, so I try to behave well and give them a good example. I am glad my nephews live
near me, and I am excited to watch them grow up. _
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The document illustrates practices such as sentence reconstruction, error correction, and topic sentence formulation, which enhance language learning by improving a student's grammatical, compositional, and analytical skills. These exercises encourage critical thinking, contextual awareness, and a deeper understanding of language structures essential for mastering English .

The activity of distinguishing relevant from irrelevant sentences builds critical reading skills by encouraging readers to evaluate the pertinence of information to the main topic, fostering sharper judgment and focus. This exercise hones the ability to discern key ideas and supports developing a well-structured argument or narrative .

Transition words function as connectors between sentences and ideas, guiding readers through the flow of the text smoothly. In the description of Seoul, transition words like 'therefore' and 'another indication' are used to seamlessly connect the city’s historical background to its modern attributes, emphasizing the juxtaposition of ancient palaces with the modern skyline and efficient transportation .

Practicing article placement in sentence reconstruction enhances linguistic proficiency by deepening understanding of English grammar and syntax rules. Correct usage of articles such as 'a,' 'an,' and 'the' contributes to clearer and more precise communication, as demonstrated in practice tasks that teach how to effectively integrate articles into sentences .

Effective topic sentences should be broad enough to encompass all details in a paragraph while being specific to the paragraph’s focus. They shape the expression of ideas by setting a clear direction and grounding all subsequent sentences to connect back to this main idea, making the paragraph cohesive. For example, a topic sentence about the Nobel Prizes encompasses details about their origin, inventor, and categories .

Analyzing tasks that focus on article usage and sentence restructuring sharpens one's attention to grammatical details, helping learners understand the rules of English syntax and proper sentence construction. By practicing correct article placement and transforming fragments into complete sentences, learners refine their ability to write accurately and coherently .

Incorporating relevant sentences into a paragraph ensures that each sentence supports the main idea, maintaining the paragraph's focus and coherence. On the other hand, irrelevant sentences distract from the topic, disrupting the flow and weakening the argument. For instance, the sentence about movie costs in the task about science fiction is labeled irrelevant because it detracts from the focus on the enjoyment and insight provided by science fiction .

Correcting sentence fragments involves reorganizing them into complete thoughts with proper punctuation, which enhances coherence and clarity by ensuring each sentence stands independently and contributes meaningfully to the overall message. The corrections exemplified in the document demonstrate this process by transforming disjointed phrases into logically complete sentences .

Understanding and correcting grammatical mistakes enhance clarity and correctness in writing, facilitating effective communication. In the task involving insects, fixing errors like pluralization, verb agreement, and punctuation improves readability and accuracy, thus conveying information about insects' survival skills more effectively .

Understanding logical connectors like 'before,' 'after,' 'because,' and 'so' is crucial for comprehending how sentences and ideas interrelate, creating a smooth narrative flow. The field trip example uses these connectors to sequence events and clarify causal relationships, illustrating how transitions improve the narrative continuity and logical structure of the story .

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