Sentences
A group of words that does not express a complete thought.
What is a sentence fragment.
FANBOYS
coordinating conjunctions
Tells what a text is mostly about.
What is main idea?
We had to *vacate* the building when the tornado siren sounded because no one could be left in side.
What is leave empty?
A sentence that tells.
What is a declarative sentence.
The three As in AAA WWW UBBIS
as, after,although
These tell more about the main idea.
What are supporting details?
A sentence that asks.
An interrogative sentence or question.
What is the main idea? The first time you hear your own voice on tape you might be very surprised. You probably won’t even know it’s you! The sound you hear from your voice when you talk is different from the sound your friends hear a. Talking on a tape b. The sound of your voice c. Hearing friends talk
b
A sentence that gives a command.
What is an imperative sentence.
the UBB in AAA WWW UBBIS
until, before, because
Miss Maddox addressed the class. She said, "The reason it is good to sit up straight is that it helps to keep you from distractions. Slouching is not good for your back, but it also sends your mind a message. It makes the mind feel as if it is time to rest and let our mind wander. Instead, we want to make it ready to learn."
What is "why sitting up in class is important"?
A sentence that expresses two complete thoughts.
What is a compound sentence.
The IS in AAA WWW UBBIS
if, since
Consider how many activities you do outside of school. Remember that school needs to be a priority. It's great to do extra things--as long as they don't rob you of needed energy for learning. If you feel like you are too busy, ask your parents if you can cut down to one or two favorite things. You may try one activity one semester (i.e. being in a play) and something different the next (playing a sport). We often feel we have to do everything at once at once, and that can wear us out!
What is "school should be a priortiy"?