1. which of the sentences below is free of wordy language?

after serving three years in a federal penitentiary, the prisoner was declared innocent and released.

both sentences contain wordy language.

neither sentence contains wordy language.

because of the fact that my paper was late, my grade will be deducted by the amount of five points.

2. which of the sentences below is free of wordy language?

we saw a totally unique exhibit that was on display at the museum.

both sentences contain wordy language.

neither sentence contains wordy language.

the distance from the pitcher's mound to home plate is about ninety feet in length.

3. which of the sentences below is free of wordy language?

this is the highest phone bill i have ever seen.

neither sentence contains wordy language.

that laptop is really expensive in cost.

both sentences contain wordy language.

4. which of the sentences below is free of wordy language?

there is a need for something to be done about racism, racist actions, and racist behavior on campus.

college administrators should prioritize campus race problems over securing donor funds.

it is necessary that administrators and other individuals at the university take concrete steps for change.

there is a considerable need for change, at least in the realm of politics on campus.

5. which of the sentences below is free of wordy language?

both sentences contain wordy language.

due to the fact that i got my license, at this point in time i have the ability to drive.

rayon is similar in nature to polyester, by virtue of the fact that they are both machine made fibers.

neither sentence contains wordy language.

6. which of the sentences below is free of wordy language?

neither sentence contains wordy language.

the birds in the city park are much more aggressive than the birds in the country.

both sentences contain wordy language.

in the event that your car is towed, you will have the ability to retrieve it after paying a fine.

7. which of the sentences below is free of wordy language?

both sentences contain wordy language.

neither sentence contains wordy language.

many high-paying jobs require a college degree.

some amount of writing is required in almost any job.

8. which of the sentences below is free of wordy language?

neither sentence contains wordy language.

both sentences contain wordy language.

there are many museums in washington, d. c., that have no admission fee.

many museums in washington, d. c., have no admission fee.

9. which of the sentences below is free of wordy language?

both sentences contain wordy language.

forecasters predict that the rain will go away in time for the weekend.

in light of the fact that caffeine keeps me awake, i try to avoid coffee and tea at night.

neither sentence contains wordy language.

10. which of the sentences below is free of wordy language?

i am interested in buying a particular style of car.

both sentences contain wordy language.

neither sentence contains wordy language.

there is a particular style of car that i am interested in buying.