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'''Shorter sentences that express one idea: ''' As much as possible, write with shorter sentences that express one idea. They are easier to understand, especially when English is not a users native language. | '''Shorter sentences that express one idea: ''' As much as possible, write with shorter sentences that express one idea. They are easier to understand, especially when English is not a users native language. | ||
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'''Not using “he or she":''' As much as possible, avoid using “he or she” and “his or hers” (for example, “He or she can use the index to find his or her ancestor’s record quickly”). Do not use the plural pronoun “they” to replace “he or she.” Often, the problem can be solved by rewriting the sentence: | '''Not using “he or she":''' As much as possible, avoid using “he or she” and “his or hers” (for example, “He or she can use the index to find his or her ancestor’s record quickly”). Do not use the plural pronoun “they” to replace “he or she.” Often, the problem can be solved by rewriting the sentence: | ||
"Indexes can be used to find ancestral records quickly." <br> | :;Correct "Indexes can be used to find ancestral records quickly." <br> | ||
'''Avoiding unclear “antecedents.”''' A pronoun represents to the last noun used before the pronoun. For clarity, pronouns should be used correctly. If needed, rewrite the sentence or repeat the noun. <br> | '''Avoiding unclear “antecedents.”''' A pronoun represents to the last noun used before the pronoun. For clarity, pronouns should be used correctly. If needed, rewrite the sentence or repeat the noun. <br> | ||