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WRITING
Look at the essay below.The sentences are short, simplistic, and boring.
Tsunamis
Tsunamis are giant waves.They are caused by
earthquakes.The earthquakes are in the ocean.The sea
floor shakes a lot.The shaking disturbs the water. Large
waves are created.The waves can destroy entire islands.
They are most common in the South Pacific.
Now, revise the essay above. Combine some of the sentences and use
various structures to add rhythm and flow.
Tsunamis
38 ✷ Part I
Look at the essay below.The sentences are short, simplistic, and boring.
Tsunamis
Tsunamis are giant waves.They are caused by
earthquakes.The earthquakes are in the ocean.The sea
floor shakes a lot.The shaking disturbs the water. Large
waves are created.The waves can destroy entire islands.
They are most common in the South Pacific.
Now, revise the essay above. Combine some of the sentences and use
various structures to add rhythm and flow.
Tsunamis
38 ✷ Part I