Grammar Rules
Correct this sentence:
She don't want to go to the party.
Replace 'don't' with doesn't.
Where does the comma go in the sentence:
"After the meeting we went to lunch."
After "meeting"
What does the word "analyze" mean?
To examine in detail for understanding or interpretation.
What is the rule for subject-verb agreement?
The subject verb must agree in numbers. Singular subjects take singular verbs. Plural subjects take plural verbs.
Which punctuation mark is used to join two independent clause without a conjunction?
A semicolon
Define "ambiguous."
Ex. The author's ambiguous writing style left readers debating the true meaning of the novel's conclusion long after finishing it.
Open to more than one interpretation; unclear.
Identify the error:
Everybody must bring their notebook to class.
Replace "their' with "his or her" for agreement with the singular subject "everybody."
Correct this sentence:
She said, I'm not interested in going.
Add quotation marks...She said, "I'm not interested in going."
1 dash can replace.....
What is a semicolon.
What does "emphasize" mean?
To highlight or give importance to something
What is a misplaced modifier?
A modifier that modifies the wrong word or phrase in a sentence.
When using colons, before the colon you must have a ...... clause
What is Independent
If you get stuck on a question skip and ......
What is Come back to it or guess
Correct this sentence:
Soni's dog is really cute, it's name is Milo.
Change "it's" to its because it is a possessive pronoun.
Define "Implication".
Ex: The author's subtle implication in the final hinted at a deeper truth, prompting readers to reconsider the entire narrative.
A conclusion or effect that is suggested but not explicitly stated.
Fix the error:
"The key, which was laying on the table, belongs to him."
Replace "laying" with "lying"
What is the purpose of a colon? (3 things)
To introduce a list, an explanation, and a quotation.
When the last minute is announced pick ........... and fill out the rest of you bubbles
What is One letter
What does "substantiate" mean?
Ex: The researcher's use of extensive data helped substantiate the claims made in the article, lending credibility to her conclusion.
To provide evidence to support a claim.