MIDTERM CORRECTION

Precit/Precip (Precede): This term means to "come before" or "happen before." If $A$ precits $B$ , then $A$ happened before $B$ .
Elaborate: In the context of explaining the function of a sentence, to elaborate means to "explain in detail" ( $\text{explain in in in in in in hai}$ .)
Deprecate: This means to devalue or decrease the perceived value of something ( $\text{di value song sinh}$ ).
Copiously: Used to describe an action done in large quantities; similar to "a lot."
Complete: In assessing vertebrate species, this term is used when an assessment has been partially done but some sections remain unfinished.
Solid vs. Consolidate: "Solid" refers to certain or available data, while "consolidate" means to strengthen an argument or position.
Erode: To make something gradually end or fade away.

Text 1 (Home Schooling): Focuses on the benefits of learning at home, such as avoiding travel and crowded rooms. A key advantage is Individual Attention from parents or tutors.
Text 2 (Classroom Learning): Focuses on the benefits of interaction and feedback within a traditional classroom setting.
Ideal Learning Environment: According to the synthesis of both texts, an ideal environment combines individual attention (from Text 1) with interaction and feedback (from Text 2).

Characters: The Narrator (a lawyer) and Bartleby (an administrative staff member).
Response to Requests: Bartleby expresses himself assertively when rejecting the Narrator's requests.
Misconceptions: There is no evidence in the text that the Narrator feels close to Bartleby or that Bartleby interprets tasks as difficult; he simply refuses them.

Water Consumption Trends: At the University of Southern California, data shows mixed results across campuses: - University Park Campus: Water consumption decreased by $2019$ due to water management technology. - Health Sciences Campus: Water consumption continued to increase.
Biotechnology Sector Jobs: Analysis of the Research and Laboratory Sector shows a significant rise in jobs. For instance, jobs grew from nearly $20$ to over $30$ , though this is not a literal tripling.
Phenology and Climate Trends: Observations over $15$ seasons show a shift in the arrival of Hummingbirds. - In $1994$ , the peak collection date was in late May. - By $2006$ , the peak moved to mid-May, indicating a shift of approximately two weeks.

Cheating Surveys: If a survey indicates a certain percentage of students cheated, it may underestimate the real number because students who cheated might lie and say they never did. If they lied and claimed they cheated when they hadn't, it would be an "overestimate."
Transportation Substitution: To transition travelers from short flights to High-Speed Rail, the rail system must increase its capacity to ensure it remains a viable alternative without long wait times caused by overcrowding.

Subject-Verb Agreement: The subject Circus is singular, requiring a singular verb (e.g., "is" or "goes"). The subject Lockomotion is also singular.
Speculating about the Past: Use the structure $\text{could have} + \text{Past Participle}$ (e.g., $\text{could have done something}$ ) to make deductions about past events.
Punctuation in Lists: When listing three or more items, such as Chambers Documentary The Civil War and winning books, use commas to separate items and a comma before the conjunction "and."
Dash Usage: A dash ( $-$ ) can be used for explanation or to separate independent clauses. If a dash is opened to provide a parenthetical explanation, it must be closed with another dash.
Modifiers: Introductory phrases must logically modify the noun that follows. For example, a Director (not a critic) is the one who would create a specific film montage technique.
Appositives and Titles: If a title clearly identifies a person (e.g., a specific official newly in office), their name is considered non-essential information and should be placed within commas.
Pronoun Clarity: Avoid ambiguous pronouns like "they." Instead, use specific nouns like Hummingbirds or Other birds to ensure clarity.