yes, being is needed in both.
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From: SIRAISI Tomio[SMTP:[log in to unmask]]
Reply To: Assembly for the Teaching of English Grammar
Sent: Tuesday, August 10, 1999 4:56 AM
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Subject: whether "being" is needed or not?
Dear everyone,
I would like to know whether "being" is needed in the following sentences.
1. Besides being a good teacher, she is a great scholar.
1'. Besides a good teacher, she is a great scholar.
2. In addition to being a good teacher, she is a great scholar.
2'. In addition to a good teacher, she is a good scholar.
In each pair, which is better? Are both sentences equally correct (and
natural)?
Thanks in advance.
SIRAISI Tomio
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