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Task-2
Let's Learn from Others' Mistakes
Common Errors
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Source: Ms Avleen Kaur 01-07-24 Day 28
Original Text
There is a little room for doubt that taking a gap between finishing school and starting university can offer various advantages and disadvantages.
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Errors:
- The phrase "a little room for doubt" is awkward and can be simplified.
- The word "gap" should be followed by "year.
Corrected version:
Taking a gap year between finishing school and starting university can offer various advantages and disadvantages.
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Improved version:
Opting for a gap year between completing school and beginning university can yield both significant benefits and potential drawbacks.
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Original Text
Certainly, there are numerous upsides to taking a year off.
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Errors:
- No corrections
Corrected version:
Certainly, there are numerous upsides to taking a year off.
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Improved version:
Certainly, there are compelling advantages to taking a year off.
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Original Text
One important point is personal growth, meaning that a gap year can provide time for personal development. Because young adult students take more time to understanding their interest and future goals.
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Errors:
- The phrase "take more time to understanding" should be "take more time to understand."
- The word "because" is more appropriate than "meaning that.
Corrected version:
One important point is personal growth because young adult students take more time to understand their interests and future goals.
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Personal growth is a crucial aspect, as young adult students often require additional time to fully understand their interests and future aspirations.
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Original Text
The second positive is that financial savings, because some students work during this gap year to save money for university fees.
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Errors:
- The phrase "financial savings" is redundant.
Corrected version:
Another benefit is that some students work during their gap year to save money for university fees.
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Furthermore, some students choose to work during their gap year, accumulating funds to cover university expenses.
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Original Text
In third point, many students travel from one place to another, they use a gap year for traveling to explore best university and course.
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Errors:
- The phrase "In third point" is awkward and should be rephrased.
- The word "best" should be replaced with "the best."
Corrected version:
Thirdly, many students use their gap year to travel and explore the best universities and courses.
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Improved version:
Thirdly, students often utilize their gap year to travel and explore the most reputable universities and course offerings.
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Original Text
It despite disadvantages without a clear plan in a gap year become very risky, so it is important to have goals and their structure to achieve it many students waste their time or most of time in this stage.
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Errors:
- The phrase "It despite disadvantages" is unclear.
- The word "it" lacks clarity.
- The phrase "many students waste their time or most of time" is repetitive.
Corrected version:
Despite the potential disadvantages, a gap year can become risky without a clear plan. It is essential to set goals and have a structured approach to avoid wasting time.
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Despite the potential drawbacks, a well-structured gap year plan is crucial to prevent time wastage and ensure a successful experience.
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Original Text
Another concern is that there is also a risk of student interest because student does not decide in which course they study hence, it is very difficult to choose a university course.
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Errors:
- The phrase "there is also a risk of student interest" is unclear.
- The word "because" is more appropriate than "because student."
Corrected version:
Another concern is that students may struggle to choose a university course because they haven't decided on their interests.
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Improved version:
Additionally, students often face challenges in selecting a university course due to indecision about their interests.
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Original Text
Also, in financial risk, how the student travel from one place to another university to take best with a good course and to achieve their goal.
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Errors:
- The phrase "in financial risk" is unclear.
- The word "best" should be replaced with "the best."
Corrected version:
Additionally, there is a financial risk associated with how students travel from one university to another to find the best course and achieve their goals.
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Improved version:
Moreover, students face financial uncertainties when traveling between universities to identify the most suitable courses and pursue their objectives.