Exploring Writing 2nd Edition by John Langan

Exercise 18

Revise the following sentences, changing vague, indefinite words into sharp, specific ones.
EXAMPLE
My roommate Marcelo listens to a variety of music.
1. When my marriage broke up, I felt various emotions.
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2. The food choices in the cafeteria were unappetizing.
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3. Bugs invaded our kitchen and pantry this summer.
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4. All last week, the weather was terrible.
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5. In the car accident, our teacher suffered a number of injuries.
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