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Quiz 2 - Identify problems and suggest corrections:

Kamala was disappointed at Naresh because his conclusions were based around only a few facts about the hoopoe.
Answer: 
Kamala was disappointed with Naresh because his conclusions were based on only a few facts about the hoopoe.
[ style ( idiom ) ]

Hopefully, Malati did not misstate her opinion that the tidal waves were making her nauseous.
Answer: 
It is hoped that Malati did not misstate her opinion that the tidal waves were making her nauseated.
[ words ]

Ashes from the burning ghats are deposited in the Ganges as it flowed by.
Answer: 
Ashes from the burning ghats are deposited in the Ganges as it flows by.
[ grammar ]

The feathers of the hoopoe are pretty and as smooth as a baby's bottom, but they stink like a skunk.
Answer: 
The feathers of the hoopoe are pretty and smooth, but they have a terrible odor.
[ style ( mixed metaphors ) ]

At 9 AM Girish will receive his degree, ie, his Ph.D..
Answer: 
At 9 A.M. Girish will receive his degree, i.e., his Ph.D.
[ punctuation ]

We passed by the ghats as described by our tourbook.
Answer: 
We passed the ghats described by our tourbook.
[ clarity ]

Carry the body down to the Ganges, and then you should locate the burning ghats .
Answer: 
Carry the body down to the Ganges, and then locate the burning ghats .
[ grammar ]

It was truly noble of Arjun to finally take possession of the wrecked boat.
Answer: 
It was truly noble of Arjun to finally take possession of the wrecked boat.
[ correct as is - words ( spelling ) ]

The elephant knows a way that can be taken to the ghats .
Answer: 
The elephant knows a way to the ghats .
[ clarity ]

Was Lord Siva fond of Ganga.
Answer: 
Was Lord Siva fond of Ganga?
[ punctuation ]

 

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