Homework, due Wednesday 5/17

1.  Go to www.procon.org.  Choose an issue to see the pros and cons.  Write a short summary of each issue, using at least 3 reduced adverb clauses to contrast the pros and cons.

2.  Vocabulary quiz on Thursday, 5/18 (Vocabulary from p. 194-195)

Example:  

Gun control laws are a controversial issue.  Despite reducing the amount of guns, more gun laws will restrict the freedom of citizens.  …

How to make a reduced adverb clause of contrast:

  1. The subjects must be the same in both clauses.
  2. Take away the adverb and subject.
  3. Change the very to the -ing form.
  4. Add in spite of  or despite.