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half-slave and half-free states; consequently, the Lincoln–Douglas debates drew
the attention of the entire nation. 7. Because of the delays we’ve experienced, we
are no longer using the U.S. mails; hence, you will receive our next catalog via
e-mail. 8. When the contaminated water had fi nally drained out of the pool, the
special cleaning crew climbed in and began to scrub all surfaces. 9. As I’ve told
you before, I’m not perfect; nevertheless, I never turn down an opportunity to try
something new even if I think I might not succeed. 10. Eighteenth-century cities
were not models of cleanliness; furthermore, crime and poverty were rampant
while public sanitation was clearly nonexistent.
Chapter 8 Quiz
Sample answers are provided.
- The 100-acre Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, VA, is open to the public from
March to the end of October. 2. Whenever he professed his love for her, she
blushed. 3. I planted the fl owering perennial plant that you gave me. 4. Even
though I said I wanted to be alone, Jimmy insisted on joining me; consequently,
I hated the movie. 5. Her husband, because he is the opposite of a chauvinist,
cares deeply about her career; therefore, he even writes her résumé for her. 6. I
wore my new black suit and coat to the interview. 7. Itemize all the food in your
refrigerator; you’ll be amazed at the quantity and variety of things. - Except for the pots and pans, I’ve itemized my entire kitchen. 9. Although
he had been walked and fed, the dog barked loudly for a long time; fi nally, we
realized that he was afraid of the dark. 10. My teenage son should have been
studying for exams; instead, he was outside playing basketball with his friends.
CHAPTER 9
Written Practice 9-1
Sample answers are provided.
- This year we realized a profi t for the fi rst time. 2. They played their strongest
people at the beginning of the game. 3. You need to take a shopping list with you. - As the next step, build your speed on the treadmill. 5. Use the electric pen to
sign the documents.
Written Practice 9-2
Sample answers are provided.
- That gas station raised the price of gas for the second time this week. 2. Amelia
can choose a pet from a recently born litter of puppies. 3. The spring fl owers that
I planted last month have bloomed. 4. Many people believe that global warming
will eventually affect everyone. 5. The new automotive equipment detected the