Thursday, March 5, 2009

AP Style Exercise (S-Z)

1) He thought of Smokey Bear every time he got near a smoldering fire or entered a smoky room.
2) The forecast is for lower temperatures, falling to the low 30s by tonight. If the rain continues, as expected, there could be a traveler's advisory.
3) To celebrate Veterans Day, the anniversary of the armistice that ended World War I, troops of former soldiers will march down Main Street carrying U.S. flags.
4) His week-long ordeal will be finished when finals week is over. Until then, his well-being is in doubt.
5) A 19-year-old man was arrested Monday for carrying a Saturday night special without a permit. After being released on bail, he disappeared. His whereabouts is unknown.
6) She’d hoped to be able to trade in her car after getting a tuneup, but she totaled it last night.
7) Could you photocopy that invoice for me? I need it for our year-end budget.

1 comment:

  1. 2) travelers' advisory (it's plural and possessive)
    4) weeklong

    You got the rest -- good job! 18/20

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