English Composition

English Composition Study Guide

66. Interstate 95 passes through many cities including Portland, ME; Baltimore, MD; and Richmond, VA. 67. The American figure skater (performing gracefully without a single mistake) won an Olympic gold medal. 68. “I’m going to sue that other driver,” said the man injured in the accident. 69. “Sometimes They Come Back” is a story included in Stephen King’s book Night Shift . 70. The young girl told her teacher, “My favorite book character is Harry Potter.” 71. Luann, with tears in her eyes, spoke at her grandfather’s funeral about the times she spent at his house. 72. Julie fidgeted nervously while waiting for her turn at the podium because she was worried that her skirt was wrinkled. 73. The men were hunting all day but no deer were seen. 74. Diana burst into tears when the police officer asked for her license and registration. 75. Because he was worried that time was running out, he circled test answers without reading the questions. 76. The snake escaped the zoo at night, the next day everyone searched for him. 77. Anyone who steals from a store should be ashamed of himself . 78. Because the directions were in French, they were not helpful. 79. Bags of clothing were dropped off for the charity; some of the clothes in the bags were brand new. 80. When the coach revealed his strategy for winning the game, the players were all surprised . 81. The knitter could not find the red yarn that she needed . 82. The box sat unopened on the table with her gift inside. 83. I ran to the phone when it rang to answer the important call . 84. After working all day , he was completely exhausted. 85. The gigantic television took up most of one wall. 86. Although he was concerned about his income and wondered what he would do all day, the salesman decided to retire. 87. To raise money for the libr ry , there were hundreds of books for sale set up n tables outside. 88. A foot of snow fell during the four-hour snowstorm that closed highways and stores. 89. John cut down the tree in his yard because he was worried it might fall down on its own. 90. Nicole stretched out to read a book in her lounge chair on the deck of a ship. 91. The blacksmith provided an important service in Wild West towns because he was the only person who could forge horseshoes. 92. Luther lost 110 pounds by exercising daily and joining a weight-loss program at work. 93. The horse could no longer race because he injured his leg. 94. For the best view, take your bicycle to the top of the mountain . 95. Venetian Blinds are available in several styles and a simple way to cover a window. 96. Elizabeth, who has beautiful red hair, bought the house down the road.

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