Error Recognition Neither my parents nor David are going with us.

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Error Recognition Neither my parents nor David are going with us. Subject- Verb Agreement Pronoun- Antecedent Verb Tense Case of Pronouns Mechanics Neither my parents nor David are going with us. Kathy is more taller than the other girls in the convention. Each of the girls made their own dress. Me and my cousin will not attend Mr. Wilkins’ birthday party. You can select whoever you want. I practice my typing daily but I still make mistakes. A well-trained dog obeys willingly, completely, and with speed.

Coach Espinoza was a brilliant strategist, a caring mentor, and friend. Coach Espinoza was a brilliant strategist, a caring mentor, and a good friend.

We found the film repulsive, offensive, and we thought it was embarrassing. We found the film repulsive, offensive, and embarrassing.

In English class, Kim learned to read poems critically and appreciating good prose. In English class, Kim learned to read poems critically and to appreciate good prose.

Raul’s grade is higher than Ralph. Raul’s grade is higher than Ralph’s.

We were happy to hear the good news and for being the first to congratulate them. 2.By thinking clearly and with patience, you can unscramble an anagram. 3.The florist arranged the flowers, placing a few ferns here and there and then added a ribbon. 4. There's nothing I like better than finding a good trout stream, setting up camp, and to spend a couple of days fishing. 5.We talk to one another, not talking about one another. emongemong

The man and his wife were served soup that offended them, a main course that sickened them, and the dessert made them nauseated. My desires were to visit the museum and seeing everything in the displays. These plants need water and looking after. In the pond, small beetles darted to and fro, pollywogs wriggling, and snails climbing up stems. 10.He agreed to participate in the talent show but refused singing without a microphone.

Complete the following fragments. My friends are ____________, but ____________. My favorite hobbies are _________________, ________________, and _______________. My views in life may somehow sound _____________ yet ______________. I don’t believe ___________________ or ___________________.

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