(1)□ while some people carefully consider the attributes of the candidates running for the presidency and often find the candidates lacking.
(2) □ to view the red and gold rays of the sun setting behind the tree-trimmed mountain.
(3) □ considering that all of the books were ordered 2 months before the course’s scheduled starting date.
(4) □ a talented, well-educated spokesperson, who had a reputation of being fair and honest.
(5) □ we were pleased by the enthusiastic response to our course announcement.

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(1) music videos begin to make their appearance in the late 1980s. some of them concert performances and some technological innovations.
(2) videocassette recorders are sold in a variety of stores. video specialty shops, supermarkets, hardware stores, and other mass-market outlets.
(3) the return on the investment was 20 percent. which was higher than he expected.
(4) he had one purpose in life. spending money.
(5) the flash flood warning that came on the television screen during the washington-dallas football game. it caused quite a stir in the family.
(6) the contrast between the two women is great. one of them, roberta, being arrogant and patrice being shy.
(7) the name of the game is knowing the right people. because they will help you invest your money in the right bank.
(8) perry can be loudmouthed and overbearing. for example, his remarks that he should be working with “better quality people.”
(9) mike seems to be a good father. for example, he takes his children to ball game or on trips, or just stays around the house teaching his children new games.
(10) they moved into a condominium in a quiet neighborhood. all they wanted was a safe, peaceful environment.