Revised - AP Stylebook Exercise S-Z

Justin Riray

JOUR 61 – AP Style Exercise (S-Z)
20 errors / 20 points


1) He thought of Smokey Bear every time he got near a smoldering fire or entered a smoky room. (3)

2) The forecast is for lower temperatures, falling to the low 30s by tonight. If the rain continues, as expected, there could be a traveler’s advisory. (3)

3) To celebrate Veterans Day, the anniversary of the armistice that ended World War I, troops of former soldiers will march down Main Street carrying U.S. flags. (3)

4) His weeklong ordeal will be finished when finals week is over. Until then, his well-being is in doubt. (2)

5) A 19-year-old man was arrested Monday for carrying a handgun without a permit. After being released on bond, he disappeared. His whereabouts is unknown. (4)

6) She’d hoped to be able to trade in her car after getting a tuneup, but she totaled it last night. (3)

7) Could you photocopy that invoice for me? I need it for our year-end budget. (2)