English Skills with Readings 7th Edition by John Langan

Exercise 109

Certain words are italicized in the following sentences. In the space provided, iden­tify the words as slang (S), clichés (C), or pretentious words (PW). Then rewrite the sentences, replacing the words with more effective diction.
1. __________ We're psyched for tonight's concert, which is going to be totally awesome.
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2. __________ Getting good grades in college is sometimes easier said than done.
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3. ________ I availed myself of the chance to participate in the computer course.
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4. _________ The victims of the car accident were shaken but none the worse for wear.
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5. _________ After pulling an all-nighter, my roommate crashed on the couch.
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6. _________ Be sure to deposit your trash in the appropriate receptacle.
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7. ________ Fred has to work like a dog in his advanced math class.
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8. ________ My sister's constant criticism drives me up the wall.
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9. _________ Everyone in our family congregates at Miriam's house for the annual Thanksgiving repast.
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10. ________ Carlos totally lost it when the clerk told him that she didn't have any blue shirts in his size.
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