Construction I
Write two versions of a sentence where you combine the following clauses:
Shakespeare can be daunting. We'll get through it together!
Answers will vary:
Shakespeare can be daunting, but we'll get through it together!
Shakespeare can be daunting; we'll get through it together!
Though Shakespeare can be daunting, we'll get through it together!
Shakespeare can be daunting; however, we'll get through it together!
Please note the criteria below and write an example sentence based on that criteria where at least one comma is used:
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The sentence must feature two adjectives modifying the same noun.
Answers will vary, but commas should separate multiple adjectives modifying the same noun.
e.g. "The energy on campus is frenetic, anxious, and palpable in anticipation of Carnival."
or
"The tall, menacing Zipper ride used to be a true test of middle school bravery."
Ms. Kiyama goes to all of the Obon festivals; and Mr. Itow, and I, plan to join her this summer.
Ms. Kiyama goes to all of the Obon festivals, and Mr. Itow and I plan to join her this summer.
I think Chubbies, not Teddy's, makes the best burgers in town.
Correct.
List 4 examples of common interjections.
Answers will vary:
Right; Yes; No; Hey; Oh; Wow; Gosh; Darn; Sheesh; Oh my goodness; Oh dang; however; etc.
Write ONE sentence where you use at least two methods to join the following clauses:
He was sleepy. It was Friday. He was excited.
Answers will vary:
Though he was sleepy, he was excited because it was Friday.
He was sleepy, but it was Friday; therefore, he was excited.
Please note the criteria below and write an example sentence based on that criteria where at least one comma is used:
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The sentence must feature an introductory phrase.
Answers will vary, but students should take care not to confuse a clause for a phrase. For example:
Once upon a time, there lived a cat named Alphinaud.
or
Mischievous to a fault, his favorite pastimes included scratching up the sofa and batting at the Christmas tree ornaments.
Coach Kyle is getting married this year and I'm really excited to attend the wedding.
Coach Kyle is getting married this year, and I'm really excited to attend the wedding.
My favorite south shore sunset spot, Kaimana Beach, also features one of my favorite local restaurants.
My favorite south shore sunset spot Kaimana Beach also features one of my favorite local restaurants.
Name one school club that Dr. P co-advises.
Answers will vary:
Filipino Club
Ka Wai Ola
SAGA
Combine the following two clauses using one of the subordinating conjunctions (SWABI):
It's kind of awkward having two Chases and two Bradens. Each pair shares the same last name initial, too.
Answers will vary:
It's kind of awkward having two Chases and two Bradens because each pair shares the same last name initial, too.
It's kind of awkward having two Chases and two Bradens since each pair shares the same last name initial, too.
Please note the criteria below and write an example sentence based on that criteria where at least one comma is used:
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The sentence must feature a nonessential phrase (the phrase must be logically nonessential, as in, your sentence should make clear sense the way it is punctuated).
Answers will vary, for example:
The girls basketball team, featuring two of Dr. P's favorite students, fought valiantly against their rival team.
or
Ms. Wells, along with several of her faculty friends, plans to perform in Holokū this year.
I'm glad that Lauren and Louis are on the road to full recoveries, because being injured while at school sounds like the opposite of good times.
I'm glad that Lauren and Louis are on the road to full recoveries because being injured while at school sounds like the opposite of good times.
Hey buddy you've been studying for the grammar test right?
Hey, buddy, you've been studying for the grammar test, right?
Name one class that Mr. Itow teaches.
Biology
Anatomy & Physiology
Combine the following two clauses using one of the coordinating conjunctions (FANBOYS):
The pair of Zachs in the other class have different last name initials. This makes it easier to avoid confusion while calling on them.
The pair of Zachs in the other class have different last name initials, and this makes it easier to avoid confusion while calling on them.
The pair of Zachs in the other class have different last name initials, so this makes it easier to avoid confusion while calling on them.
Please note the criteria below and write an example sentence based on that criteria where at least one comma is used:
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The sentence must feature a dependent clause.
Answers will vary, for example:
If you are going to the snack bar, can you bring me back a spam musubi?
or
Because it was so rainy outside, the students crowded both the first and second floor of Pauahi.
I, however; have never broken a bone or sustained a concussion.
I, however, have never broken a bone or sustained a concussion.
I said "Hi Emma how's it going" and she shook her head and gave an exasperated sigh.
I said, "Hi, Emma, how's it going," and she shook her head and gave an exasperated sigh.
DAILY DOUBLE:
Name one class other than English 1 that Dr. P teaches.
American Studies (11th Grade)
Gender & Sexuality in American Lit (11th Grade)
Combine the following two clauses using one of the conjunctive adverbs (THAMOS):
I know it's really important to not skip leg day at the gym. It's really hard to walk up the Pauahi steps when your legs are so sore.
I know it's really important to not skip leg day at the gym; however, it's really hard to walk up the Pauahi steps when your legs are so sore.
I know it's really important to not skip leg day at the gym; although, it's really hard to walk up the Pauahi steps when your legs are so sore.
DAILY DOUBLE:
Please note the criteria below and write an example sentence based on that criteria where at least one comma is used:
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The sentence must link 3 independent clauses and feature a conjunctive adverb.
Answers will vary, for example:
I've been told that the Pauahi basement is one of the more haunted places on campus; therefore, I try to avoid ever going down there.
or
The cafeteria food can be hit or miss; however, it's always quick and convenient, so I still try to eat there a few times a week.
I frequently have to look under the couch to find my other cat, she's really pretty; but also pretty boring.
I frequently have to look under the couch to find my other cat; she's really pretty but also pretty boring.
Last summer I visited Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Kagoshima in Japan I also visited Los Angeles, California, Springfield, Virginia, and Seattle, Washington.
Last summer I visited Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Kagoshima in Japan; I also visited Los Angeles, California; Springfield, Virginia; and Seattle, Washington.
My two cats are named Alphinaud and Alisaie. What super long-time running Japanese MMORPG franchise are those names taken from?
Hint: the name of this MMO video game is an example of alliteration.
Final Fantasy XIV