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Exercise seven: sentence shortening

Last updated on June 26, 2025

This exercise helps you write shorter sentences. Shorter sentences are easier to read and understand.

Exercise instructions

Break the following sentences into two to simplify them:

  1. The human resources department will process your unemployment insurance application and let you know within two weeks if you are successful.
  2. Once you are hired you will require first aid training but be aware that the training will have to occur before your first day of work.
  3. Although the ministry requires you to apply for coverage before your contract is up, Form B can be submitted anytime during the calendar year whether or not your contract is completed.

Record your answers

Use the exercise files to record your answers as you work through the course.

You can download each exercise individually or a single file containing all of the exercises in the course:

Review and continue

When you're done, go to exercise seven takeaways.