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What would be the best strategy for revising awkward or unclear sentences?

  1. Break the sentences into two or more shorter sentences.

  2. Replace complex language with simpler words.

  3. Select words with similar meanings for consistency.

  4. Rewrite the sentences in passive voice.

The correct answer is: Break the sentences into two or more shorter sentences.

One effective strategy for revising awkward or unclear sentences is to break them into two or more shorter sentences. This allows for better organization and clarity in your writing. Option B is incorrect because replacing complex language with simpler words may not necessarily address the underlying issue of awkwardness or ambiguity in the sentence. Option C may not be the best strategy as selecting words with similar meanings does not guarantee clear and effective sentence structure. Option D suggests using passive voice, which can often make sentences more wordy and difficult to follow. Therefore, breaking the sentence into shorter, simpler sentences is the best strategy in this case.