Exercise 30.2 and 30.3 for English Academic Writing

30.2 Match the beginning of each sentence with the most appropriate ending

1 The article explores the origins of the concept of democracy.
2 One small explosion set off a chain reaction, causing massive damage.
3 The confusion probably stemmed from a lack of communication.
4 The proposed new tax could have precedents for his decision.
5 The disastrous events of 2003 gave rise to a widespread sense of disillusionment.
6 The judge explained that there were major consequences for larger families.

30.3 Choose the correct word in italics to complete the sentence 

1 De Routa's work in the 1970s influenced the development of computer science.
2 The acid seemed to have no effect whatsoever on the plastic.
3 Everyone hoped for a positive outcome upon the meeting between the two governments.
4 The reason to the failure of the project was a lack of funding.
5 The impact of global warming on the polar ice caps is now understood more clearly.
6 The journalist wondered what particular ending the government had in mind when it decided to build a national tennis academy.