Read the paragraph below and identify the sentence that should be removed to improve clarity: "Many people enjoy hiking because it is a great way to exercise. Hiking can be done in various terrains, such as mountains, forests, and deserts. It is important to wear comfortable shoes while hiking. Hiking is a great way to exercise."
Enhancing Paragraph Clarity by Adding & Removing Sentences

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English
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10th Grade
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Hard
Elizabeth Madsen
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 10 pts
Many people enjoy hiking because it is a great way to exercise.
Hiking can be done in various terrains, such as mountains, forests, and deserts.
It is important to wear comfortable shoes while hiking.
Hiking is a great way to exercise.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 10 pts
Read the paragraph below and identify the sentence that should be added to improve clarity: "Photosynthesis is a process used by plants to convert light energy into chemical energy. This process is essential for the survival of plants. The chemical energy is stored in the form of glucose."
Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells.
Photosynthesis is a process used by animals to produce energy.
Photosynthesis is not important for plant growth.
Photosynthesis is a process that occurs only at night.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 10 pts
Read the paragraph below and identify the sentence that should be removed to improve clarity: "Water is essential for all living organisms. It is a universal solvent, meaning it can dissolve many substances. Water is essential for all living organisms. It is also important for regulating body temperature."
Water is essential for all living organisms.
It is a universal solvent, meaning it can dissolve many substances.
Water is essential for all living organisms.
It is also important for regulating body temperature.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 10 pts
Read the paragraph below and identify the sentence that should be added to improve clarity: "The Great Wall of China is one of the most famous landmarks in the world. It was built to protect Chinese states from invasions. The wall stretches over 13,000 miles."
The Great Wall of China is visible from space.
The construction of the wall began in the 7th century BC.
The Great Wall of China is located in Europe.
The wall is made entirely of wood.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 10 pts
Read the paragraph below and identify the sentence that should be removed to improve clarity: "Electric cars are becoming increasingly popular due to their environmental benefits. They produce zero emissions, which helps reduce air pollution. Electric cars are becoming increasingly popular due to their environmental benefits. They are also more energy-efficient compared to traditional gasoline cars."
Electric cars are becoming increasingly popular due to their environmental benefits.
They produce zero emissions, which helps reduce air pollution.
Electric cars are becoming increasingly popular due to their environmental benefits.
They are also more energy-efficient compared to traditional gasoline cars.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 10 pts
Read the paragraph below and identify the sentence that should be added to improve clarity: "Volcanoes are openings in the Earth's surface that allow molten rock, ash, and gases to escape. They can cause significant damage to nearby areas. The eruption of a volcano can be explosive or effusive."
Volcanoes are found only in cold regions.
Volcanoes are often found at tectonic plate boundaries.
Volcanoes are man-made structures.
Volcanoes are always active.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 10 pts
Read the paragraph below and identify the sentence that should be removed to improve clarity: "Recycling is an important practice to help reduce waste. It involves converting waste materials into new products. Recycling is an important practice to help reduce waste. This process helps conserve natural resources and reduce pollution."
Recycling is an important practice to help reduce waste.
It involves converting waste materials into new products.
Recycling is an important practice to help reduce waste.
This process helps conserve natural resources and reduce pollution.
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