DIRECTION: Every sentence in a paragraph must contribute to the main idea. Most of the sentences in a paragraph simply support the main idea. Some may state or summarize that idea. (A) There is one sentence in each of the following paragraphs that DOES NOT contribute to the main idea. It does not belong in the paragraph. Write the sentence that should be removed from each paragraph.
14. Jim is looking forward to Election Day. It's fun to vote and exciting to watch the election results. He'll be rooting for his candidate to win and enjoying the suspense if the vote is close. The following day will be a good time to play video games.
15. April is beginning the lengthy process of choosing a college to attend. She is buying and reading guides to the best schools. She hasn't completely ruled out working for a year before attending college. She's checking out the many websites that provide information for picking the right college or university. She's even researching the climate of the area of every school she considers.
14. Jim is looking forward to Election Day. It's fun to vote and exciting to watch the election results. He'll be rooting for his candidate to win and enjoying the suspense if the vote is close. The following day will be a good time to play video games.
15. April is beginning the lengthy process of choosing a college to attend. She is buying and reading guides to the best schools. She hasn't completely ruled out working for a year before attending college. She's checking out the many websites that provide information for picking the right college or university. She's even researching the climate of the area of every school she considers.
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14. last sentence
15. 3rd sentence, i think