Commas
Fix this: "I brought cookies milk and juice."
What is "I brought cookies, milk, and juice"?
"The nurse measured my height and weight, and then he took my pulse."
What is a compound sentence?
What is plagiarism?
What is copying someone else’s work without credit?
Which transition BEST adds more detail to a sentence?
A) For example
B) On the other hand
C) Next
D) In conclusion
What is A) For example
What is a claim in argumentative writing?
What is the writer’s main opinion or point?
Which is correct?
A) On November, 16, 2001...
B) On November 16, 2001...
C) On November 16 2001...
D) On, November 16, 2001...
What is B?
"The barber and his brother opened their shop in Harlem."
What is a simple sentence?
Identify the plagiarized sentence: I know that Olympus Mons is one of the most recognizable landforms on Mars. This is because they are distinct and most people know what they look like.
What is: I know that Olympus Mons is one of the most recognizable landforms on Mars.
Choose the transition that shows cause and effect:
A) In contrast
B) Therefore
C) Finally
D) Meanwhile
What is B) Therefore
What’s the claim? "Do you think you could save the planet? Everyone should join the Go Green initiative! Recent data suggests that our planet will begin seeing devastating effects of climate change in the next few years."
What is "Everyone should join the Go Green initiative"?
Choose the correct: "Ashley what is your favorite restaurant in Lee’s Summit Missouri?"
What is "Ashley, what is your favorite restaurant in Lee’s Summit, Missouri?"
"As Nora read, she imagined the city."
What is a complex sentence?
How can a student avoid plagiarism when using facts from a text?
What is paraphrase or use quotation with citation?
Fill in the blank with the BEST transition:
“Some students like reading nonfiction books. _________, others prefer stories that are completely made up.”
A) For instance
B) As a result
C) On the other hand
D) In addition
What is C) On the other hand
What is a counterclaim to “students should wear uniforms because they signify school unity"
What is "Uniforms should not be worn because they deprive one of their independence"
Why are commas important in a list of three or more items?
What is to separate each item clearly?
What makes a compound sentence?
What is two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction or FANBOYS?
A student is writing a report about the Amazon Rainforest. They found this sentence in a book:
“The Amazon Rainforest is home to more than 10% of all known species on Earth.”
Which of the following is an example of plagiarism?
A) The Amazon Rainforest has over 10% of the world's known species.
B) “The Amazon Rainforest is home to more than 10% of all known species on Earth.”
C) According to scientists, the Amazon Rainforest is rich in wildlife and biodiversity.
D) The rainforest is important because it’s home to many animals and plants.
B – It copies the source exactly without quotation marks or citation.
Read the paragraph and choose the best transition to begin the second sentence:
"Isaiah practiced his speech for hours the night before. __________, he was able to deliver it confidently in front of the class."
A) For example
B) Because
C) As a result
D) On the contrary
What is C) As a result
Which is a strong reason:
A) School uniforms are ugly
B) School uniforms are stupid
C) School uniforms don't allow students to express themselves.
What is: C) School uniforms don't allow students to express themselves.
Which version uses commas correctly:
A) heavy cream vanilla, extract and sugar...
B) heavy cream, vanilla extract and sugar...
C) heavy, cream, vanilla, extract, and sugar...
D) heavy cream, vanilla extract, and sugar...
What is D?
What’s the difference between a simple and complex sentence?
What is complex has an independent and dependent clause joined with a subbordnating conjunction (A WHITE BUS); simple has just one independent clause?
True or false: You don’t have to cite common knowledge.
What is true?
Which sentence uses a transition that adds emphasis?
A) First, we need to gather supplies.
B) In fact, she was the youngest person to win the award.
C) On the other hand, biking is much faster.
D) Next, mix the ingredients together.
What is B) In fact, she was the youngest person to win the award.
What question supports: Praise is better than punishment for training dogs?
What is "What effect does positivity have on dogs' behavior?"
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