Writing Skills 3

A. Correct the errors in the sentences.

1. My father is a journalist for seven years.

My father has been a journalist for seven years.

2. My parents was born in 1970 and got married in 1992.

My parents were born in 1970 and got married in 1992.

3. I like Amy and Carol, but I really can’t stand there pets.

I like Amy and Carol, but I really can’t stand their pets.

4. The doorbell rang when Mindy talked to her friend on the phone.

The doorbell rang when Mindy was talked to her friend on the phone.

5. I had a terrible day at work yesterday. My computer crashed and I lose all my work.

I had a terrible day at work yesterday. My computer crashed and I lost all my work.

6. I think that the athletes should set a better example for young people.

I think that the athletes should set a good example for young people.

7. Although cell phones have changed our lives forever, not everybody like using them.

Although cell phones have changed our lives, not everybody likes using them.