Phrases and Clauses
... Prepositional phrase: Begins with a preposition. (Example: My kitten jumped onto the counter.) Appositive phrase: A group of words that stands next to a noun to add additional information. (Examples: Love Bug, my pet canary, is fed daily. This plant, a cactus, does not need much water.) Verbal Phras ...
... Prepositional phrase: Begins with a preposition. (Example: My kitten jumped onto the counter.) Appositive phrase: A group of words that stands next to a noun to add additional information. (Examples: Love Bug, my pet canary, is fed daily. This plant, a cactus, does not need much water.) Verbal Phras ...
Grammar!
... The dependent clause can come anywhere in the sentence and is punctuated differently depending on where it is: ...
... The dependent clause can come anywhere in the sentence and is punctuated differently depending on where it is: ...
Document
... ex: That light saber is mine. The Tardis is yours. -her, its, my, our, their, and your must be used before nouns. ex: Her jet pack is red. Our jet pack is yellow. ...
... ex: That light saber is mine. The Tardis is yours. -her, its, my, our, their, and your must be used before nouns. ex: Her jet pack is red. Our jet pack is yellow. ...
Adjectives
... Be careful. Some verbs can be both linking verbs and action verbs, depending upon the meaning of the sentence. Remember that adjectives describe nouns or pronouns. The dog looked alert. (The adjective alert tells us how the noun dog appeared.) The dog looked alertly at its owner. (The dog is perform ...
... Be careful. Some verbs can be both linking verbs and action verbs, depending upon the meaning of the sentence. Remember that adjectives describe nouns or pronouns. The dog looked alert. (The adjective alert tells us how the noun dog appeared.) The dog looked alertly at its owner. (The dog is perform ...
information on clauses. (PDF 254.04 KB)
... A main (independent) clause: stands alone as a complete sentence, for example ‘Rick came first'. However, an independent clause may be joined to other independent clauses with a conjunction (and, but, nor, or, yet) to result in a compound sentence, for example, when joined to ‘He was exhausted’ the ...
... A main (independent) clause: stands alone as a complete sentence, for example ‘Rick came first'. However, an independent clause may be joined to other independent clauses with a conjunction (and, but, nor, or, yet) to result in a compound sentence, for example, when joined to ‘He was exhausted’ the ...
Five Basic Tips to Help Improve Your Grammar
... It is correct to use “to” before all verbs in a sentence or before the first verb. All verbs in a sentence should use the same tense. In this case, all should use the –ing form or the infinitive “to” form. Do not mix forms. ...
... It is correct to use “to” before all verbs in a sentence or before the first verb. All verbs in a sentence should use the same tense. In this case, all should use the –ing form or the infinitive “to” form. Do not mix forms. ...
Instructions for Essay Corrections
... Usually, when a proper noun is modified by an adjective clause or phrase, the clause or phrase will be enclosed in commas. Clauses beginning with that are always restrictive, meaning they don’t require commas. Clauses beginning with which are non-restrictive, so they do require commas. However, some ...
... Usually, when a proper noun is modified by an adjective clause or phrase, the clause or phrase will be enclosed in commas. Clauses beginning with that are always restrictive, meaning they don’t require commas. Clauses beginning with which are non-restrictive, so they do require commas. However, some ...
Language Arts Review Packet
... An independent clause contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought; a subordinate (dependent) clause contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought. Identify each of the following groups of words as an independent clause or a subordinate clause. 1. we memoriz ...
... An independent clause contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought; a subordinate (dependent) clause contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought. Identify each of the following groups of words as an independent clause or a subordinate clause. 1. we memoriz ...
Intro to Linguistics Syntax 2: A more perfect Tree
... On a related note: how many meanings does one have? 1) John saw a large pink plastic balloon, and I saw one, too. Let us improve our NP-rule: b. CP = Complementizer Phrase Sometimes we get a sentence inside another sentence: Tenors from Odessa know that sopranos from Boston sing songs of glory. We ...
... On a related note: how many meanings does one have? 1) John saw a large pink plastic balloon, and I saw one, too. Let us improve our NP-rule: b. CP = Complementizer Phrase Sometimes we get a sentence inside another sentence: Tenors from Odessa know that sopranos from Boston sing songs of glory. We ...
Clauses - North Pocono School District
... which, who… or after, before, since…) Can be removed from the sentence ...
... which, who… or after, before, since…) Can be removed from the sentence ...
1B_DGP_Notes_Sentence_6
... A word that shows action (action verb) o Example: She wrote a card. A word that helps link a noun or pronoun to an adjective (linking verb) o Example: English is exciting. The flower smells pretty. A word that “helps” an action verb or linking verb (helping verb) o Example: We have been taking ...
... A word that shows action (action verb) o Example: She wrote a card. A word that helps link a noun or pronoun to an adjective (linking verb) o Example: English is exciting. The flower smells pretty. A word that “helps” an action verb or linking verb (helping verb) o Example: We have been taking ...
1B_DGP_Notes_Sentence_7
... A word that shows action (action verb) o Example: She wrote a card. A word that helps link a noun or pronoun to an adjective (linking verb) o Example: English is exciting. The flower smells pretty. A word that “helps” an action verb or linking verb (helping verb) o Example: We have been taking notes ...
... A word that shows action (action verb) o Example: She wrote a card. A word that helps link a noun or pronoun to an adjective (linking verb) o Example: English is exciting. The flower smells pretty. A word that “helps” an action verb or linking verb (helping verb) o Example: We have been taking notes ...
Use in a sentence Nominative Case
... What is your chores to do at home? I found my socks. Whose is in the laundry basket? ...
... What is your chores to do at home? I found my socks. Whose is in the laundry basket? ...
Pronouns review
... 1. If the pronoun for which you are looking is at the beginning of the sentence, chances are that pronoun will be the SUBJECT OF THE SENTENCE; if so, that pronoun must be in the NOMINATIVE CASE!! Ex: (He, Him) went to the movies with the pretty girl. 2. If the pronoun for which you are looking is NO ...
... 1. If the pronoun for which you are looking is at the beginning of the sentence, chances are that pronoun will be the SUBJECT OF THE SENTENCE; if so, that pronoun must be in the NOMINATIVE CASE!! Ex: (He, Him) went to the movies with the pretty girl. 2. If the pronoun for which you are looking is NO ...
1B_DGP_Notes_Sentence_8
... A word that shows action (action verb) o Example: She wrote a card. A word that helps link a noun or pronoun to an adjective (linking verb) o Example: English is exciting. The flower smells pretty. A word that “helps” an action verb or linking verb (helping verb) o Example: We have been taking notes ...
... A word that shows action (action verb) o Example: She wrote a card. A word that helps link a noun or pronoun to an adjective (linking verb) o Example: English is exciting. The flower smells pretty. A word that “helps” an action verb or linking verb (helping verb) o Example: We have been taking notes ...
1B_DGP_Notes_Sentence_11
... A word that shows action (action verb) o Example: She wrote a card. A word that helps link a noun or pronoun to an adjective (linking verb) o Example: English is exciting. The flower smells pretty. A word that “helps” an action verb or linking verb (helping verb) o Example: We have been taking notes ...
... A word that shows action (action verb) o Example: She wrote a card. A word that helps link a noun or pronoun to an adjective (linking verb) o Example: English is exciting. The flower smells pretty. A word that “helps” an action verb or linking verb (helping verb) o Example: We have been taking notes ...
Theoretical Basis for this Curriculum
... Smith (1971) and Goodman (1967) helped to integrate the field of cognitive psychology into the field of reading, with the top-down approach that defined reading as thinking—an active, constructive process. This more reader-centered model drew on Bartlett's schema theory (1932) which defined the sche ...
... Smith (1971) and Goodman (1967) helped to integrate the field of cognitive psychology into the field of reading, with the top-down approach that defined reading as thinking—an active, constructive process. This more reader-centered model drew on Bartlett's schema theory (1932) which defined the sche ...
7th GRADE ENGLISH GRAMMAR GUIDE
... 5. to separate items in a series: I like grapes, oranges, and apples. 6. * to separate two or more adjectives before a noun IF they equally modify the noun (you can switch their order, and the sentence will still make sense): There are plenty of nutritious, edible plants. or There are plenty of edib ...
... 5. to separate items in a series: I like grapes, oranges, and apples. 6. * to separate two or more adjectives before a noun IF they equally modify the noun (you can switch their order, and the sentence will still make sense): There are plenty of nutritious, edible plants. or There are plenty of edib ...
Use a comma to separate items in a series
... 5. to separate items in a series: I like grapes, oranges, and apples. 6. * to separate two or more adjectives before a noun IF they equally modify the noun (you can switch their order, and the sentence will still make sense): There are plenty of nutritious, edible plants. or There are plenty of edib ...
... 5. to separate items in a series: I like grapes, oranges, and apples. 6. * to separate two or more adjectives before a noun IF they equally modify the noun (you can switch their order, and the sentence will still make sense): There are plenty of nutritious, edible plants. or There are plenty of edib ...
7th GRADE ENGLISH GRAMMAR GUIDE
... 5. to separate items in a series: I like grapes, oranges, and apples. 6. * to separate two or more adjectives before a noun IF they equally modify the noun (you can switch their order, and the sentence will still make sense): There are plenty of nutritious, edible plants. or There are plenty of edib ...
... 5. to separate items in a series: I like grapes, oranges, and apples. 6. * to separate two or more adjectives before a noun IF they equally modify the noun (you can switch their order, and the sentence will still make sense): There are plenty of nutritious, edible plants. or There are plenty of edib ...
Lesson 7 Grammar Lesson: Pronouns - Vocab10-2CHS
... Relative Pronouns- You can use a relative pronoun is used to link one phrase or clause to another phrase or clause. Ex: “Who," "whom," "that,“ "which, “whoever," "whomever," and "whichever”. Indefinite Pronouns- An indefinite pronoun is a pronoun referring to an identifiable but not specified person ...
... Relative Pronouns- You can use a relative pronoun is used to link one phrase or clause to another phrase or clause. Ex: “Who," "whom," "that,“ "which, “whoever," "whomever," and "whichever”. Indefinite Pronouns- An indefinite pronoun is a pronoun referring to an identifiable but not specified person ...
ACT Sentence Sense Lessons
... • Correct the verb and pronoun tense problems: Quite a bit of preparation is needed for a camping trip. You must make sure that all your equipmenttent, sleeping bags, lanterns, and cookware-is in good condition. Someone has to plan the menu and decided when to do the shopping. Will you shop in advan ...
... • Correct the verb and pronoun tense problems: Quite a bit of preparation is needed for a camping trip. You must make sure that all your equipmenttent, sleeping bags, lanterns, and cookware-is in good condition. Someone has to plan the menu and decided when to do the shopping. Will you shop in advan ...
many students work on the star our school newspaper
... Is never in a prepositional phrase To find it, say “subject,” “verb,” “what”? Example → I like English. “I” “like” “what?” ...
... Is never in a prepositional phrase To find it, say “subject,” “verb,” “what”? Example → I like English. “I” “like” “what?” ...
Noun
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... If your order has not been shipped within 30 days, we will notify you of this delay by e-mail, and you will have the option to cancel your order. When you receive a promotional code, enter it on your order, but only one promotional code may be used for each order. PP 3-23 ...
Grammar Passport - Haydonleigh Primary School
... eg. Raising the trombone to her lips, Miss Smith played a rather jazzy tune. Connectives that may begin a subordinate clause include: although, because, while, since, unless. ...
... eg. Raising the trombone to her lips, Miss Smith played a rather jazzy tune. Connectives that may begin a subordinate clause include: although, because, while, since, unless. ...