True/False
Sentence Fragments
The Six Basic Sentence Patterns
Parts of Speech
Putting it All Together
100

A sentence is complete when it contains both a subject and a verb. 

(True) If it is missing either a subject or a verb, it is a sentence fragment. 

100

Is the sentence below a sentence fragment or a complete sentence?

Whenever I get hungry, I run to Publix for a snack. 

Complete sentence: It has a subject, I, a verb, run, and expresses a complete thought

100
DOUBLE JEOPARDY What subjects are on the SAT?
Math, English, and Writing
100
Which will have more money in it total? A. $80 in a savings account with 10% interest for 5 years B. $100 in a checking account with 2% interest for 2 years
A. $80 in a savings account with 10% interest for 5 years
100
What is GPA?
GPA is grade point average that is calculated each advisory depending on your grades. 4.0 is the highest which is all A’s.
200

An independent clause is a partial sentence that is really a sentence fragment

(False) An independent clause is the same thing as a complete sentence

200

Is the sentence below a sentence fragment or a complete sentence.

As I was telling you.



Sentence fragment: When dependent words like "as" begin a sentence, they create a sentence fragment until you add a complete sentence to them at the end. 

200
What does HBCU stand for?
Historically Black College and University
200
DOUBLE JEOPARDY What are scholarships?
Scholarships is money that can be used for college and do not have to be repaid. Scholarships are awarded by various people, including the state and federal governments, public and private organizations, and colleges and universities.
200
What can help you buy your future wants and needs? A. Impulse buying B. Expenses C. Overspending D. Savings
D. Savings
300

Fragments and run on sentences are two common errors in sentence  construction. 

(True)

300
What is a resume?
A resume is a list of personal, educational, and professional qualifications and experiences.
300
True or False? The SAT is the only test you can take to apply to college.
(False) You can also choose to take the ACT which is similar to the SAT but includes science and less English.
300
True or False? If I do not have good grades, I cannot get any money for college.
(False) There are tons of scholarships that do not focus on grades. Instead they reward students for their outstanding characteristics such as leadership and community service.
300
DOUBLE JEOPARDY What are the benefits of starting to prepare for applying to college early?
1. Know what is going on 2. Organization 3. Take advantage of opportunities 4. Extra time 5. Extra money
400

Professor Barr is a fabulous teacher!

True, of course!  hee hee hee

400
What is a personal statement? (hint: essay)
A personal statement is an essay you write about yourself to help college admissions counselors learn about your goals, your background, and why you want to attend their school.
400
Name 2 colleges or universities in the state of Michigan
1. University of Michigan Flint 2. Michigan State University 3. Mott Community College 4. University Of Detroit Mercy 5. Wayne State University 6. Western Michigan University 7. Davenport University 8. Kettering University 9. Etc.
400
What is a student loan?
A student loan is money given to the student to borrow to help them pay for college. Students can repay this money once they graduate and get a job.
400
What are two extracurricular activities that you can participate in to help with preparing for college?
1. SAT Prep classes 2. Summer programs for college prep 3. Meeting with your guidance counselor 4. Talking with your mentor about college 5. Joining Upward Bound!!!!!!!!!!!!
500
What are two ways to get familiar with a college and the things you need to apply to their school?
1. Call the school 2. Visit the school 3. Attend a college fair 4. Research the school online 5. Talk to someone who goes to or went to the school
500
What are possibilities of things you can do after graduating college? A. Attend graduate school B. Get a job C. Volunteer D. All of the above
D. All of the above
500
What is FAFSA?
FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. It is a form required from all students seeking need-based financial aid. The FAFSA collects family income and other financial information and is completed and filed by the student or his/her family.
500
True or False? You do not have to start preparing for college until your senior year of high school.
(False) It is never too early to start preparing for college. You can even start in middle school by learning what you need to apply to college.
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