Question

Read the passage. (1) Oliver Cromwell came from a wealthy background and, after attending Cambridge University, served his country in two ways, as a member of Parliament and as a spokesperson for religious freedom. (2) As a member of Parliament, Cromwell spoke out, in 1640, against King Charles, voicing disagreement with the king’s policies. (3) A decisive leader, Cromwell became successful in military circles as well as political circles, in fact directing the army in military campaigns that led to the final defeat of King Charles. (4) Cromwell served as the chief advocate at the king’s trial and execution and then, for the next 10 years, served as chief executive, during which time he gained a reputation for being a ruthless yet effective leader. Which is the most effective way to vary the length of the sentences in the passage? Divide long sentences into two or more shorter ones. Combine choppy sentences to form smoother ones. Break sentences with one main idea into two. Restate simple sentences to make them complex.

Answer 1

The most effective way to vary the length of the sentences in the passage is to divide long sentences into two or more shorter ones.

The correct answer is the first option.

To make a text easy to read, you have to make sure you don't give too much information in just one sentence. In this excerpt, some of them are too long and the main idea gets lost. The most effective way to vary the length is to split the sentences into two (or more if needed) different sentence that contain a clear piece of information, and then add more in an other sentence to make sure the reader doesn't get lost.

Answer 2

Answer:divide long sentences into two or more shorter ones.

Explanation: