Grammar and Punctuation
The word(s) that are a noun in this sentence: "The dog ran fast in the park."
What is dog and park?
In the story, the character looks out the window and sighs deeply. What can we infer about how they’re feeling?"
What is "The character might be feeling sad, frustrated, or tired"?
A synonym for the word "happy."
What is "joyful" or "content"?
In this article, the author explains how different types of clouds form, what weather they bring, and how they affect the environment.
Is the authors purpose to inform, persuade, or entertain?
What is "inform?"
"Neither the teacher nor the students was happy with the results."
What is the error?
What is "was" should be "were?"
In the story, the character is seen wearing a raincoat and holding an umbrella while walking down the street. What can we infer about the weather?"
What is "It is likely raining or there is a chance of rain"?
A word that means the same as "nervous."
What is "anxious" or "worried"?
The main character in the story encounters various obstacles, such as battling fierce storms and crossing dangerous rivers, before finding a hidden treasure.
Is the authors purpose to inform, persuade, or entertain?
What is "entertain?"
"He is an expert in art history and french culture."
What is the error?
What is "french" should be "French?"
The character tightly grips the letter in their hand, but they don’t open it right away. They stare at it for a moment, take a deep breath, and then set it down on the table. What can we infer about the character’s feelings toward the letter?
What is "The character may feel anxious, nervous, or unsure about what the letter contains"?
The artist's painting was magnificent; it captivated everyone who saw it."
What is "What does magnificent mean?"
What is wonderful or impressive?
In the essay, the writer argues that everyone should recycle more to reduce waste and protect the environment, citing statistics about the harm of plastic pollution.
Is the authors purpose to inform, persuade, or entertain?
What is "persuade?"
The students were given an excerise to complete for homework.
What is error?
What is "Excerise" should be "exercise?"
The storm raged outside, but inside the house, the family was gathered around the fireplace, sharing stories and laughing. The windows rattled with the wind, but no one seemed concerned. What can we infer about the family’s attitude toward the storm?
What is "The family feels safe and comfortable, possibly using the storm as an excuse for a cozy, together time"?
The teacher gave a concise explanation of the lesson so that everyone could understand quickly.
What does concise mean?
What is brief and to the point?
The passage gives clear instructions on how to build a birdhouse, including a list of materials and step-by-step directions.
Is the authors purpose to inform, persuade, or entertain?
What is "inform?"
"She can play the violin more better than her brother."
What is the error?
What is "More better" is incorrect. The correct sentence is: "She can play the violin better than her brother?"
The character had been working at the desk for hours, papers scattered everywhere. They leaned back in their chair, rubbing their temples before glancing at the clock. It was nearly midnight. They sighed and pushed the papers aside. What can we infer about the character’s situation?
What is "The character is likely exhausted, overwhelmed by the amount of work, and possibly feeling defeated or at the brink of burnout"?
The generous woman donated a large sum of money to the local animal shelter.
What does generous mean?
What is willing to give more than expected or usual?
The author describes how a young girl felt nervous before a big performance but overcame her fear to give a perfect recital. The story ends with a lesson on bravery.
Is the authors purpose to inform, persuade, or entertain?
What is "entertain?"