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26. When I noticed that our dog cut its paw, I called the veterinarian right away. 27. Just to be sure, I called three more D.V.M.s' offices. 28. ''You're right to be concerned,'' said one veterinarian. ''I would like to take a look at your dog.'' 29. Even though it's 30 miles to the town where that D.V.M.'s office is, I wanted to take the drive. (OR thirty) 30. The friendly-looking vet examined our dog's paw and suggested that we have it bandaged. 31. We had pet insurance but still owed $40 in copayment fees. (CORRECT) 32. Our dog was a semi-invalid for a couple of days until she chewed off the bandage. (CORRECT) 33. I guess she did what any self-respecting dog would do by grooming herself. 34. The dog has fully recovered although I will never be the same. 35. I have learned that it's better to be proactive than to have regrets. 36. Wendy thought she knew everything about her mother but found out two years ago that her mother had been married before. (CORRECT) 37. When Wendy asked her mother about this marriage, Ilse (her mother) was hesitant to discuss any details. (CORRECT OR use commas instead of parentheses.) 38. ''She will go to her grave with some secrets,'' said Wendy. 39. ''Do you understand her need for privacy?'' Wendy asked her husband. 40. The wealthy became wealthier during the 1990s. (CORRECT) 41. The alarm clock went off at four o'clock. 42. Many people dread the 15th of April. 43. The check was written for $13,348.15. 44. The check was written for thirteen thousand, three hundred forty-eight dollars and fifteen cents. 193
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