In this task, we ask you to rewrite a sentence in simple English without changing its general meaning. Essentially, you want to make the sentence easier to read by using simpler words, utilizing more straightforward sentence structures, and omitting non-essential information etc.

[Q]: Though the process of peening ( surface hardening by impact ) has become rarer in metal fabrication , the ball-peen hammer remains useful for many tasks , such as striking punches and chisels ( usually performed with the flat face of the hammer ) .
[A]: Though the process of peening has become rarer in metal fabrication , the ball-peen hammer remains useful for many tasks , such as striking punches and chisels .

[Q]: Local horses have won individual races of the Triple Crown series ; in 1978 Affirmed , bred and trained in Marion County , won all three races , boosting interest in the industry here .
[A]: In 1978 , Marion County-bred and -raised Affirmed won the Triple Crown .

[Q]: It was produced by Paramount Pictures ( as the logo is seen on worldwide releases ) , Universal Cartoon Studios ( as the logo is seen on international releases ) , and Nickelodeon ; and distributed by Paramount Home Entertainment in North America and Universal Studios Home Entertainment overseas .
[A]:
The movie was produced by Paramount Pictures , Universal Pictures , Universal Animation Studios , and Nickelodeon ; and distributed by Paramount Home Entertainment in North America and Universal Studios Home Entertainment overseas .