(Even) shorter sentences

Additional practice at writing concisely

Writing
Extension

Overview

In the original concise-writing task we introduced a number of strategies to ensure that your writing is clear and concise. This activity provides additional practice at writing concisely for students who find it useful.

Instructions

Rewrite the following sentences to be as clear and concise as possible, without changing their meaning.

  1. Copy and paste the sentences below into a text editor (click to copy)
  2. Edit each sentence
  3. Upload your edited versions to the link below for instant feedback

Sentences to be shortened

  1. In many cases, it has been observed that individuals exhibit an increase in stress levels due to the fact that they are exposed to prolonged periods of noise.
  1. There is a possibility that children who participate in group activities might develop better social skills compared to those who do not engage in such activities.
  1. It is important to note that the research conducted on the effects of sleep deprivation on cognitive functions has been quite extensive.
  1. The subjects who were involved in the experiment, which was carried out over a period of six months, showed significant improvements in their ability to recall information.
  1. Studies that focus on the relationship between diet and mental health can provide insights that are of considerable importance for clinical practices.
  1. There is evidence to suggest that the techniques used for meditation can have a substantial effect on an individual’s level of anxiety.
  1. The theory suggests that adolescents who receive adequate parental support are less likely to engage in risky behaviors.
  1. It was concluded from the study that there are multiple factors which play a role in determining the success of educational interventions.
  1. It is often argued by psychologists that early childhood experiences have a profound impact on personality development.
  1. The researchers found that there was a correlation between the amount of physical activity engaged in by the subjects and their overall psychological well-being.

Reflection

Recording your work

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https://chatgpt.com/share/a98e85df-4b8f-4de1-b9ef-d06286d5e1db

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