Question

h. decide whether the statement is likely or unlikely.
if it is unlikely, change one or two words in the sentence to make it likely.

1. a microbiologist would study large creatures.

likely / unlikely

1. someone who is hypersensitive would not be concerned about others judgements.

likely / unlikely

1. you could publish your own autobiography.

likely / unlikely

1. a technophobe would be the first to buy the newest smartphone.

likely / unlikely

1. a psychologist would study the mind.

likely / unlikely

1. people are usually happy about astronomical prices.

likely / unlikely

1. in a new democracy, no one would be allowed to vote.

likely / unlikely

1. geothermal power plants are able to pull steam (hot water) from the ground.

likely / unlikely

1. one would be able to find several types of spherical fruit at a store.

likely / unlikely

1. during photosynthesis, a plant would use bugs to make food.

likely / unlikely

Explanation:

1. A microbiologist studies microorganisms (tiny creatures), so "large" is incorrect.
2. A hypersensitive person is often overly concerned about others' judgments.
3. It is possible for someone to publish their own autobiography.
4. A technophobe fears technology and would not be the first to buy a new smartphone.
5. A psychologist studies the mind and behavior.
6. Astronomical prices (very high) usually make people unhappy.
7. In a democracy, people are allowed to vote.
8. Geothermal power plants use steam (hot water) from the ground.
9. Spherical fruits like oranges, lemons, etc., can be found in stores.
10. During photosynthesis, plants use sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water to make food.

Answer:

1. Unlikely; change "large" to "tiny".
2. Unlikely; change "not be concerned" to "be overly concerned".
3. Likely.
4. Unlikely; change "technophobe" to "tech - enthusiast".
5. Likely.
6. Unlikely; change "happy" to "unhappy".
7. Unlikely; change "no one" to "people".
8. Likely.
9. Likely.
10. Unlikely; change "bugs" to "sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water".