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Question
Notice the element of repetition in the following sentence and decide
whether it is acceptable or not. Give reason in support of your opinion.
- When I heard that she was staying at the Hotel Park View, I decided to go to the Hotel Park View to meet her there.
Options
Acceptable
Not acceptable
Solution
Not acceptable -
It is a waste of breath to use ‘the Hotel Park View’ again. The speaker can easily use the word ‘there’ when he uses it the second time.
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| No. | Text | Word before | Omission | Word after |
| e. g. | Ever wondered sleep deficit? Well, | wondered | about | sleep |
| i. | sleep deficit a common problem among | |||
| teenagers today, with many staying up late | ||||
| ii. | to use electronic devices. This lead to | |||
| iii. | difficulty in concentrating, mood swings, even | |||
| iv. | It's important for teens to prioritize sleep | |||
| to ensure their overall health and well-being. |
