Grammar Rules
Correct this sentence:
She don't want to go to the party.
Replace 'don't' with doesn't.
Where does the comma go in the sentence:
"After the meeting we went to lunch."
After "meeting"
What does the word "analyze" mean?
To examine in detail for understanding or interpretation.
What is the rule for subject-verb agreement?
The subject verb must agree in numbers. Singular subjects take singular verbs. Plural subjects take plural verbs.
Which punctuation mark is used to join two independent clause without a conjunction?
A semicolon
Define "ambiguous."
Ex. The author's ambiguous writing style left readers debating the true meaning of the novel's conclusion long after finishing it.
Open to more than one interpretation; unclear.
Identify the error:
Everybody must bring their notebook to class.
Replace "their' with "his or her" for agreement with the singular subject "everybody."
Correct this sentence:
She said, I'm not interested in going.
Add quotation marks...She said, "I'm not interested in going."
Dashes are used to indicate.....
What is sudden break or hesitation. It can also be used to introduce an elaboration.
What does "emphasize" mean?
To highlight or give importance to something
What is a dangling modifier?
A modifier that does not clearly modify a specific word or phrase in a sentence.
When using colons, before the colon you must have a ...... clause
What is Independent
If you get stuck on a question skip and ......
What is Come back to it
Correct this sentence:
Soni's dog is really cute, it's name is Milo.
Change "it's" to its because it is a possessive pronoun.
Define "Implication".
Ex: The author's subtle implication in the final hinted at a deeper truth, prompting readers to reconsider the entire narrative.
A conclusion or effect that is suggested but not explicitly stated.
Fix the error:
"The key, which was laying on the table, belongs to him."
Replace "laying" with "lying"
What is the purpose of a colon? (3 things)
To introduce a list, an explanation, and a quotation.
When the last minute is announced pick ........... and fill out the rest of you bubbles
What is One letter
What does "substantiate" mean?
Ex: The researcher's use of extensive data helped substantiate the claims made in the article, lending credibility to her conclusion.
To provide evidence to support a claim.