thursday

Writing Coherent Paragraphs

Fill in the blanks below with the appropriate transitions.

Such as	Further	Finally	In addition
First	In particular	For example	Specifically
In short	But

Cancer is one of the leading causes of premature death in Canada, but there are several ways we can reduce our risk of developing it. First, we can eat better. Specifically, we can eat foods that are high in fibre and low in saturated fat, such as black beans and whole grain breads. In addition, we can be more active. For example, we can exercise for at least 30 minutes a day. Further, we can avoid smoking or being exposed to second-hand smoke. Finally , we can get screened for the types of cancer common to our gender. In particular, women can have mammograms to screen for breast cancer, while men can have PSA (prostate-specific antigen) tests to screen for prostate cancer. In short , by taking steps to reduce the risk of developing cancer, we can live longer, healthier lives.

Edit the following passage; underline all the errors in it. Then write down the correct form.

   Jaime had been applying for full–time jobs for several months,. tThe last week, he  is receiving received a call from the Human Resources director at a computer software company. tThe HR director asked Jaime, if he could he fly to Chicago for a job interview; the company is offering offered to pay for Jaime's’ plane ticket to Chicago, so that he will would not had have to paidpay for it himself. Jamie have had agreed to come for interview.

Since then, Jaime hasd been busy collected  collecting informations about the company. He also went shopping for a new suite,. Jaime and his wife has been rehearsed answers to possible interview questions, so that Jaime wlliwould be good and ready his best. Jaime iswas being nervous about the interview;, but he hashad been looking forward to working at athe new place.

   Jaime hasd prepared a lot of questions before his interview startsed last week;. his wife has been helped him a lot until he feelsfelt completely comfortable with all the questions.