homework #5:

Practice 8-1: The industrial unit will downsize operations to maximize return on investment.
Revision: The industrial unit will downsize operations to make a higher profit.

My antagonist inaugurated a campaign to terminate my presidency of the Ostentatious Vocabulary Association.
Revision: My competitor ran me out of office at OVA.

Practice 8-5: Don't put all your eggs in one basket.
Revision: Branch out more.
Curiosity killed the cat.
Revision: Think before you act.
Fight fire with fire.
Revision: Fight back using the same ideas your opponent used on you.
The economy is going down the tubes.
Revision: The economy is crashing down on us.

Practice 8-8: Pale, smooth, no blemishes. My best friend's face is flawless. Brown puppy dog eyes, a monroe piercing, and bright red lipstick stand out. Black side swept bangs falling longer towards her left eye make me stare even more.

Writing Suggestions/Class Discussions
1. The heat rised from the pavement on this blistering June day.
2. Joaquin is different from the rest.
3. We must deal with this situation as soon as possible.
4. I met Jose in another country.
5. Human atrocities surrounded the US after Hurricane Katrina.
6. Dr. Baikman's features show that he is aging.
7. She makes people feel special.
8. Alan was far too superficial.
9. Queen Morena refused to marry the count.
10. Her face is beautiful.

Chapter 9-
1. Spiders.
- The pros and cons of spiders, with research.
- Why people fear spiders
- How spiders are important part of our world. What is their purpose?
- How spiders can severely injure/poison someone.