Practice 4: Correct, Incorrect, Explain

- Directions: Read each statement and determine whether the bolded word is used correctly or incorrectly. If the bolded

write a "C" in the second column and move on to the next statement. If the bolded word is used incorrectly, write "l" in the

rewrite the sentence so it conveys the correct meaning of the word. You may need to change the word, or rewrite the whe

Cor!

If "incorrect," rewrite the senten

1. DeMar looked at his magnificent sculpture and declared

that it was his greatest achievement to date.

2. Private Jones was the newest member of the battalion and

had the lowest rank, so when he gave an order it was with

great authority.

3. To showcase her family's culture in her presentation,

Sabrina included information about the church she goes to,

the language her grandmother speaks, and her father's

favorite musicians.

2.) Private Jones was the newest member of the battalion and had the lowest rank, so when he gave an order it was with great authority. - - - - > INCORRECT - - - - > Private Jones was the newest member of the battalion and had the lowest rank, so when he gave an order it was WITHOUT great authority.

3.) To showcase her family's culture in her presentation, Sabrina included information about the church she goes to, the language her grandmother speaks, and her father's favorite musicians. - - - - - > CORRECT