Writing Handbook Exercises
 

Sentence Fragments

Make a single complete sentence for each of the numbered items. To enable you to complete items that require extra words, look for clues in preceding sentences.

example: The quantitative ceilings imposed by the SALT I agreements on certain types of offensive strategic systems were also useful in promoting stability and predictability. Although in most instances they were high.

The quantitative ceilings imposed by the SALT I agreements on certain types of offensive strategic systems were also useful in promoting stability and predictability, although in most instances they were high.


3. In the Mediterranean world of the early Middle Ages, some attempts were made to control or ban the use of “Greek Fire.” Because of its sheer destructiveness, particularly in naval warfare engaging wooden ships.