Suggested answers

  1. As he was writing up the ticket, the police officer heard a muffled noise in the trunk.
  2. Throughout my experience as an undergraduate, I have developed good organizational and research skills.
  3. As the enclosed resume indicates, I have pertinent experience in the field of law.
  4. After talking with my advisor, I have decided to apply to graduate school.
  5. If you need any further information, please don’t hesitate to call me.
  6. When the runaway car hit, the gas tank exploded.
  7. At the present time, I am a senior at the University of Massachusetts and will graduate in May, 2006.
  8. On August 18, 2006, I will turn 21.