Topicalization

Topicalized Expression
	As we can see from Activity 2, Chinese learners of English tend to overemphasize the topic of their speech or writing. They do this by using certain language devices (e.g. “For” and “Concerning”) to put the topic at the beginning of a sentence. The topic is often then repeated as a pronoun. For example:
	For making a gold ring, it involves several complex steps.
	A more standard way of expressing the sentence above would be:
	Making a gold ring involves several complex steps
	or:
	There are several complex steps in making a gold ring.
	Now, correct the topicalization in the following sentences. Think carefully about how you will begin each sentence to avoid too much emphasis. Write your revision in the box below and then press the button to see the model answer. You can then compare this with your own writing.

1.	For many people who wish to fulfill study ambitions, they must develop a high level of proficiency in English, since most reference and study materials are written in English.	Show answer
2.	Newspaper proprietors do not wish to ban cigarette advertisements; it is because advertise tobacco products, can earn substantial revenues.	Show answer
3.	Concerning dieting, we should avoid food high in carbohydrate because it may make us fat.	Show answer
4.	For many early computers some features were not satisfactory.	Show answer
5.	Go on holiday is an important way to reduce stress.	Show answer
6.	Hong Kong is a small island, have many people.	Show answer
7.	The first example shows an incorrect use of the past tense.	Show answer
8.	In Asia, can buy film relatively cheaply.	Show answer
9.	For my assignment, it will emphasize the importance of effective study skills.	Show answer
10.	According to my analysis of the problem, there have many complex issues involved.	Show answer