Question

instructions
read each sample sentence. then, write your own sentence using the word in bold. the first example has been done for you.

sample sentence
jess skates better than tony.
i had lain down to sleep when i heard a noise outside.
their house was destroyed by a tornado.
the presidents speech had a noticeable effect on the crowd.
she was first a congresswoman and then a senator.
i know that its in my best interest to study hard.
the protesters wanted to effect change on public policy.

your sentence
peggy can swim faster than carol.

Explanation:

For the sentence with "lain", use the past - participle form of "lie" (meaning to recline) in a past - perfect context. For "their", show possession. For "effect" (noun), describe an impact. For "then" (adverb of time/sequence). For "it's" (contraction of "it is"). For "effect" (verb, meaning to bring about).

Answer:

• I had lain on the couch for an hour when the phone rang.
• Their garden is full of colorful flowers.
• The new law had a significant effect on small businesses.
• He was first a teacher and then a principal.
• I know that it's important to exercise regularly.
• The activists hoped to effect positive change in the community.