The document discusses three types of mixed constructions: dependent clauses, prepositional phrases, and independent clauses. It provides an example of each used incorrectly, followed by a revised correct version. Specifically, it addresses how dependent clauses, prepositional phrases, and independent clauses should not be used to start a sentence on their own, and gives rewrites that properly incorporate them into sentences. The document aims to help improve writing by identifying and correcting these common grammatical errors.

1. Mixed
Revising
Constructions

2. Mixed Constructions
Subject is created through
incorrect use of a(n):
1. Dependent clause
2. Prepositional phrase
3. Independent clause

3. Dependent clause
Incorrect use:
Because he works eleven hours every day explains
why he is always tired.
1

4. Dependent clause
Revised:
Because he works eleven hours every day, he is always
tired.
1

5. Prepositional phrase
Incorrect use:
By enlisting in the army is a good way to see the
world.
2

6. Prepositional phrase
Revised:
By enlisting in the army, you can see the world.
2

7. Independent clause
Incorrect use:
She was rich made her buy more than she needed.
3

8. Independent clause
Revised:
Being rich made her buy more than she needed.
3

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