Practice:

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L1 - Talking the Talk: Using subject area words

Name:__________________________________

Topic:__________________________________

Date of original:___________________________

Date of this Practice:_______________________

First, locate any “things” or “stuff” in your piece. Replace these words with proper subject area words.

Then, replace three other words with better nouns or verbs.

Write the original sentences. Cross out the ineffective word and replace it with the new subject area word.

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