Ch.8 Sec.6

Check all that apply. Writers should avoid splitting an infinitive when the sentence is already clear. it sounds awkward to split the infinitive. using one makes the sentence stronger. doing so is necessary to avoid confusion. too much information is inserted between the two parts of the infinitive.

Read the sentence. Mr. Richardson is shopping for the perfect shelf on which to display his bowling trophy. How could a writer best revise this sentence to avoid overly formal language? by inserting an adverb between the two parts of the infinitive by switching from active voice to passive voice. by choosing to end the sentence in a preposition by switching from passive voice to active voice

Which sentence must be revised to eliminate the preposition at the end? If no one answers the door, then please let yourself in. The top steps are fine, but be careful of the slippery stairs below. Where are Katelyn and Ella walking to? Do you know what Naveen was talking about?

Which sentence uses passive voice? We arrived early for our annual dental check-ups. Dr. Gomez greeted us warmly and took X-rays. Calm music played quietly in the dentist's office. We were given new toothbrushes by the hygienist.

Read the sentence. A decision was reached by scientists about when the experiment would begin. Which revision changes the sentence so that it uses the active voice? Before the experiment by scientists, a decision was reached. Scientists reached a decision about when to begin the experiment. A decision was reached with scientists about beginning the experiment. The beginning of the experiment is a decision that was reached by scientists.

Which sentence contains a split infinitive? It is important to wear plenty of sunscreen at an outdoor swim meet. The coach tells the swimmers how to improve their performance. Parents drive to the local swim club so they can watch the competition. Swimmers must be sure to completely follow all of the team guidelines.

Which sentence best creates emphasis specifically on water safety through the use of a split infinitive? You will have to watch the children really at the beach because the current is very strong. You will have to really watch the children at the beach because the current is very strong. Because the current is very strong, you will have to watch the children at the beach closely. Because the current is very strong, you will have to closely watch the children at the beach.

Which sentence requires no revision? New Jersey is the state where I grew up in. Christian knows where the party is at. Which bench will you be sitting on? Where are your parents driving to?

When a sentence uses _______________ , the subject of the sentence performs the action of the verb.

Which sentence contains an infinitive? Will you take the package to Sheila? We walked to town with Grandma. Please forward that photo to me. It is normal to make mistakes.