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Directions : Each sentence below is from a conversation among teenagers on a hike in Yosemite National Park. Revise each sentence so that it sounds more natural and fitting for these characters.

Sample"I will carry your backpack if its weight becomes too burdensome
for you," Harry teased.
Revision "I'll carry your backpack if it gets too heavy for you," Harry teased.




1."Are you suggesting that my muscles are not as fully developed as yours?" Ray asked.



2."I would never do that," replied Harry. "I am simply making an effort to assist a friend."



3."Is that so?" asked Ray. "I have an idea. We will compete to see who reaches the top first."



4."I accept your offer. The loser will then bear the burden of both packs down the mountain."



5.Ray smirked. "I hope you had a sufficient amount of sleep last night."



6."Do not be too smug," Harry crowed. "You are the one who will soon need a rest!"



7."Okay, you two boys," said Carol. "Put an end to your foolishness."



8."Let us begin our journey," yelled Esteban, hoisting on his pack and taking the lead.



9."I thoroughly enjoy the feel of this fresh air," Gilda exclaimed.



10."I am in agreement with you," Ray said. "I feel a tremendous surge of energy already!"

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