Basic Parts of Speech
Greek & Latin Roots
Sentence Types
Advanced ELA Terms
Punctuation
100
The ONE verb that the subject does.
What is a predicate?
100
The root word graph means this.
What is to write?
100
This type of sentence looks like this: IC + IC.
What is compound sentence?
100
To describe or outline with precision.
What is delineate?
100
T/F: A comma is always needed in a complex sentence.
What is false?
200
The 3 required parts of a completed sentence.
What are: subject, predicate, and complete thought?
200
Found in a series of science classes, this root word means "life."
What is bio-?
200
This type of sentence looks like this: DC +IC or IC+DC.
What is a complex sentence?
200
The stylistic choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing.
What is diction?
200
This type of run-on error occurs when you use a comma where a period should go.
What is comma splice?
300
The one noun that does the action.
What is the subject?
300
This root word means "self," as in "doing it by itself."
What is auto-?
300
This type of sentence always needs a comma.
What is a compound sentence?
300
What may be suggested by or associated with the meaning of a word (e.g., home may suggest warmth or family); the feeling or tone of a word (positive, negative, or neutral).
What is connotation?
300
This punctuation can be used to connect two related sentences, but should only be used ONCE or TWICE in a paper.
What is a semicolon?
400
This is not required in order for a sentence to be accurate.
What is an object?
400
This root is one of many that refers to water. 
What is hydro-/hydra-?
400
This type of sentence is made of only one independent clause.
What is a simple sentence?
400
A saying that sets forth a general truth that has gained credibility through use over time (e.g., No risk, no gain.).
What is an adage?
400
After transition words/phrases, you should always have one of these.
What is a comma?
500
FANBOYS are officially called this.
What are "Coordinating Conjunctions"?
500
The Latin/Greek root "ambi-" means this.
What is both?
500
This is considered a fragment that cannot stand alone.
What is a dependent clause?
500
The general term for words or expressions with meanings other than the literal interpretation.
What is figurative language?
500
This is typically not necessary when using a compound subject or predicate.
What is a comma?