Redundancies Worksheet 1 Key

Underline the redundant phrases in these sentences.

1. If you didn’t hear me, I will repeat the instructions again.

2. The old car still remains parked in that field.

3. After much thought and consideration, Jim decided to continue seeing Laura.

4. It was the consensus of opinion among their friends that the couple belonged together.

5. After a period of time, they solved their problems.

6. In the modern world of today, we are surrounded by technological advance.

7. Jim’s mother said her age was forty-five.

8. Marcia’s hair color was deep auburn.

9. The length of her hair is longer than mine.

10. The room was rectangular in shape.

11. The market had fresh lettuce, tomatoes, carrots, mushrooms, and etc.

12. Sue hung the painting up over her desk.

13. Briefly summarize your reading assignment.

14. My father has a yearly, annual check-up.

15. At that moment in time, Allen was afraid.

16. The usual custom is to have a farewell party. 

17. The dress was much too small in size.

18. The future prospects of this program are very good.

19. Paul is really and truly interested in Geology.

      20. The class begins at eight a.m. in the morning.

 

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