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Proofreading a Movie Review : ‘The reporter who wrote this movie review was in a great hurry. She omitted both semicolons and colons. Prepare her review for publishing by adding the needed semicolons and colons. Then rewrite the article correctly. Kate is a big-city lawyer with a problem she can't seem to make any personal commitments. Rick is the super in her apartment building. Only in the World of movies can a couple like this one come together nevertheless, that is the premise that audiences are expected to swallow in this light, ultimately forgettable romance. Both actors do a creditable job Kate is likable in an odd, ‘weak sort of way and Rick is attractive and sympathetic, although not very bright. If you have nothing better to do, go to see this movie. However, | can ‘suggest a few alternatives wash the dishes, vacuum the rug, or read é book. B, Writing Sentences with Semicolons and Colons For each item, write the sentence that is described in parentheses. 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