1. Tip of the week… Eliminate distracting shifts Make the point of view consistent in person and number. –First person (I or we) Emphasizes the writer –Second person (you) Emphasizes the reader –Third person (he, she, it, one, they, or any noun) Emphasizes the subject Maintain consistent verb tenses: –To establish the time of the actions being described Present for things happening at the moment Past for things which have already occurred –Describe fictional events consistently in the present tense Make verbs consistent in mood and voice. –Indicative (used for facts, opinions and questions) –Imperative (used for orders, and questions) –Subjunctive (used to express wishes or conditions contrary to fact) 1. The counselor advised us to spread out our core requirements over two or three semesters. Also, pay attention to prerequisites for elective courses..

2. Tip of the week… Eliminate distracting shifts Make the point of view consistent in person and number. –First person (I or we) Emphasizes the writer –Second person (you) Emphasizes the reader –Third person (he, she, it, one, they, or any noun) Emphasizes the subject Maintain consistent verb tenses: –To establish the time of the actions being described Present for things happening at the moment Past for things which have already occurred –Describe fictional events consistently in the present tense Make verbs consistent in mood and voice. –Indicative (used for facts, opinions and questions) –Imperative (used for orders, and questions) –Subjunctive (used to express wishes or conditions contrary to fact) 2. There was no way I could fight the current and win. Just as I was losing hope, a stranger jumps off a passing boat and swims toward me.

3. Tip of the week… Eliminate distracting shifts Make the point of view consistent in person and number. –First person (I or we) Emphasizes the writer –Second person (you) Emphasizes the reader –Third person (he, she, it, one, they, or any noun) Emphasizes the subject Maintain consistent verb tenses: –To establish the time of the actions being described Present for things happening at the moment Past for things which have already occurred –Describe fictional events consistently in the present tense Make verbs consistent in mood and voice. –Indicative (used for facts, opinions and questions) –Imperative (used for orders, and questions) –Subjunctive (used to express wishes or conditions contrary to fact) 3. A courtroom lawyer has more than a touch of theater in their blood.

4. Tip of the week… Eliminate distracting shifts Make the point of view consistent in person and number. –First person (I or we) Emphasizes the writer –Second person (you) Emphasizes the reader –Third person (he, she, it, one, they, or any noun) Emphasizes the subject Maintain consistent verb tenses: –To establish the time of the actions being described Present for things happening at the moment Past for things which have already occurred –Describe fictional events consistently in the present tense Make verbs consistent in mood and voice. –Indicative (used for facts, opinions and questions) –Imperative (used for orders, and questions) –Subjunctive (used to express wishes or conditions contrary to fact) 4. The interviewer asked if we had brought our proof of citizenship and did we bring our passports.

5. Tip of the week… Eliminate distracting shifts Make the point of view consistent in person and number. –First person (I or we) Emphasizes the writer –Second person (you) Emphasizes the reader –Third person (he, she, it, one, they, or any noun) Emphasizes the subject Maintain consistent verb tenses: –To establish the time of the actions being described Present for things happening at the moment Past for things which have already occurred –Describe fictional events consistently in the present tense Make verbs consistent in mood and voice. –Indicative (used for facts, opinions and questions) –Imperative (used for orders, and questions) –Subjunctive (used to express wishes or conditions contrary to fact) 5. The reconnaissance scout often has to make fast decisions and use sophisticated equipment to keep their team from being detected.

6. Tip of the week… Eliminate distracting shifts Make the point of view consistent in person and number. –First person (I or we) Emphasizes the writer –Second person (you) Emphasizes the reader –Third person (he, she, it, one, they, or any noun) Emphasizes the subject Maintain consistent verb tenses: –To establish the time of the actions being described Present for things happening at the moment Past for things which have already occurred –Describe fictional events consistently in the present tense Make verbs consistent in mood and voice. –Indicative (used for facts, opinions and questions) –Imperative (used for orders, and questions) –Subjunctive (used to express wishes or conditions contrary to fact) 6. Charles Dickens portrays Madame Defarge as a sinister figure in A Tale of Two Cities. On a symbolic level, she represents fate; like the Greek Fates, she knitted the fabric of individual destiny.

7. Tip of the week… Eliminate distracting shifts Make the point of view consistent in person and number. –First person (I or we) Emphasizes the writer –Second person (you) Emphasizes the reader –Third person (he, she, it, one, they, or any noun) Emphasizes the subject Maintain consistent verb tenses: –To establish the time of the actions being described Present for things happening at the moment Past for things which have already occurred –Describe fictional events consistently in the present tense Make verbs consistent in mood and voice. –Indicative (used for facts, opinions and questions) –Imperative (used for orders, and questions) –Subjunctive (used to express wishes or conditions contrary to fact) 7. Everyone should protect yourself from the sun, especially on the first day of extensive exposure.

8. Tip of the week… Eliminate distracting shifts Make the point of view consistent in person and number. –First person (I or we) Emphasizes the writer –Second person (you) Emphasizes the reader –Third person (he, she, it, one, they, or any noun) Emphasizes the subject Maintain consistent verb tenses: –To establish the time of the actions being described Present for things happening at the moment Past for things which have already occurred –Describe fictional events consistently in the present tense Make verbs consistent in mood and voice. –Indicative (used for facts, opinions and questions) –Imperative (used for orders, and questions) –Subjunctive (used to express wishes or conditions contrary to fact) 8. Our neighbors told us that the island had to evacuate due to the coming storm. Also, take the northern route to the mainland.

9. Tip of the week… Eliminate distracting shifts Make the point of view consistent in person and number. –First person (I or we) Emphasizes the writer –Second person (you) Emphasizes the reader –Third person (he, she, it, one, they, or any noun) Emphasizes the subject Maintain consistent verb tenses: –To establish the time of the actions being described Present for things happening at the moment Past for things which have already occurred –Describe fictional events consistently in the present tense Make verbs consistent in mood and voice. –Indicative (used for facts, opinions and questions) –Imperative (used for orders, and questions) –Subjunctive (used to express wishes or conditions contrary to fact) 9. Rescue workers put water on her face and lifted her head gently onto a pillow. Finally, she opens her eyes.

10. Tip of the week… Eliminate distracting shifts Make the point of view consistent in person and number. –First person (I or we) Emphasizes the writer –Second person (you) Emphasizes the reader –Third person (he, she, it, one, they, or any noun) Emphasizes the subject Maintain consistent verb tenses: –To establish the time of the actions being described Present for things happening at the moment Past for things which have already occurred –Describe fictional events consistently in the present tense Make verbs consistent in mood and voice. –Indicative (used for facts, opinions and questions) –Imperative (used for orders, and questions) –Subjunctive (used to express wishes or conditions contrary to fact) 10. In my first tai chi class, the instructor asked if I had ever done yoga stretches and did I have good balance?

11. Tip of the week… Eliminate distracting shifts Make the point of view consistent in person and number. –First person (I or we) Emphasizes the writer –Second person (you) Emphasizes the reader –Third person (he, she, it, one, they, or any noun) Emphasizes the subject Maintain consistent verb tenses: –To establish the time of the actions being described Present for things happening at the moment Past for things which have already occurred –Describe fictional events consistently in the present tense Make verbs consistent in mood and voice. –Indicative (used for facts, opinions and questions) –Imperative (used for orders, and questions) –Subjunctive (used to express wishes or conditions contrary to fact) 11. Society often views the artist as a threat, especially when they refuse to conform to conventional standards of taste.