Chapter 6 - Exercise

“The College Writer”: Chapter 6 Editing and Proofreading – Exercise

Exercise #3 – Page 98

Combine some of the following ideas into longer, more mature sentences. Write at least four sentences, using page 85 as a guide.

1. A well-trained dog is a pleasure to its owner and to others, although dogs can be difficult to train.

2. Dogs can be difficult to train; the necessary supplies include patience, a leash and treats.

3. Not only do dogs like to please their owners, but a well-trained dog is a pleasure to its owner and to others.

4. Training is not a chore for dogs because dogs like to please their owners.