Pathway: Make “this/these” point to one clear noun (WT2)
5–10 min
Read
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What to do⏱ 5–10 min
Objective
Replace vague “this/these” with a precise noun phrase.
Steps
- Read the explanation and the weak vs improved example.
- Complete the short task in your own words (3–5 sentences unless stated).
Clear reference
⏱ ~6 min · WT2
Problem: “This” can confuse the reader if two ideas are possible.
Weak: “Governments fund hospitals. This helps the economy.” (What is “this”—health or funding?)
Improved: “Government funding for hospitals improves public health. This investment can reduce emergency waiting times.”
Reflection
- Rewrite the weak version in <strong>two sentences</strong>, replacing “This” with a precise noun phrase (no “this/these”).
Self-check
- You addressed only this one problem.
- You produced a new example, not copied text.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Using “this” twice in a row with different meanings.
- Hiding the main noun inside a long clause.