Unnecessary Words

Write out the unnecessary word.

A lot of children learn the English nowadays.

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CCSS.L.1.1I

CCSS.L.K.1E

She is seriously ill. She's got the malaria.

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CCSS.L.1.1H

The most people enjoy spending their holidays by the seaside.

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CCSS.L.1.1H

Which of the following does NOT have unnecessary words?

• young child

• winter months

• new innovation

• bright future

Which of the following sentences is the most concise one?

• The need for reports that have logic and are relevant is still great.

• We currently have several available job openings for a variety of positions in our Sales department.

• The reason I’m having trouble with my computer is because the antivirus has not been updated at all recently.

• Our researchers interviewed several health care professionals.

Which phrase is redundant?

• exert gravitational pull

• and other matter

• used up and exhausted

• becomes very bright

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CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Identify the unnecessary word in the sentence: 'The students are required to submit their assignments by the end of the next week.'

• the

• are

• by

• of

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CCSS.L.1.1I

CCSS.L.K.1E

Which sentence contains an unnecessary word?

• She is the best dancer in the class.

• The book on the table is mine.

• He is a very unique person.

• I will meet you at the park.

Choose the sentence that is free of unnecessary words.

• The reason why he left is because he was tired.

• She is the one who won the prize.

• In my opinion, I think it's a good idea.

• The meeting will be held at 3 PM.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

Which of the following phrases is redundant?

• absolutely essential

• completely finished

• past history

• final outcome