Right. Am I included in or excluded from this list?
Revise. American literature is dependent or at least derived from English literature.
367. Use a more idiomatic construction.
Wrong. I have often had the desire of some day taking a vacation into the Rocky Mountains of the West.
Right. I have often wanted some time to spend a vacation among the Rocky Mountains in the West.
Revise. Carrie Stevens from Wilton passed three days visiting the parental home last week.
Revise. I spoke with him for something more than ten minutes.
368. Use a less awkward construction.
Wrong. Dr. Otto’s automobile was badly damaged in the collision, but Mrs. Otto, driving, was unhurt, fortunately.
Right. Dr. Otto’s automobile was badly damaged in the collision, but Mrs. Otto, who was driving, was fortunately unhurt.