Pluralization
What letter do we usually end to the end of the word to show pluralization (more than one of a an object)?
Letter "s". For example, one dog, two dogs!
What is a capital letter?
The bigger sized letter in the alphabet (usually)
What is negation?
Changing a sentence or expressing something in the negative form. For example, saying "I do not like pizza."
What is a contraction?
A contraction is taking two words and making them into one with an apostrophe ('). For example I'm= I + am.
What is punctuation?
Marks used in sentences to separate sentences and clarify meaning.
Do we always add "s" to the end of a word to make it plural?
No! For example water does not pluralize!
What is another name in English for a capital letter?
How does one answer a yes or no question with a negation?
You begin the sentence with "no".
Are contractions commonly used in English?
Yes. We use them a lot with present continuous verbs.
Does every sentence in English need to have punctuation?
Yes, all full sentences must include punctuation.
How do we pluralize a word that ends in "ss"? For example One kiss, two _____.
We add "es" instead of just "s". So this changes into "kisses"
Do names have be capitalized?
Yes, the first letter of a name is capitalized. (ie. Miriam)
What does "not" mean?
"Not" is the adverb of "no".
When are contractions used?
Daily and especially informally. They are not used in formal writing
Is punctuation only used at the end of sentences?
No, it can be used throughout. For example, commas and brackets are considered forms of punctuation.
What is a non-count noun and how does it have to do with pluralization?
It is a noun you can not count and the plural version of the word does not add an "s". For example, love, water, homework, etc.
When in a sentence do you always capitalize?
At the start of a sentence you being the first letter of the first word with the capital form.
It comes after the "to be" verb. For example, he is not happy.
Can contractions be used with adjectives?
No, they are used with a pronoun/noun and a verb together or with a verb and "not" (negation).
Can punctuation being used to express emotion?
It can be but this may not always be the case. For example, exclamation marks can show excitement, worry or shock.
Can adjectives be pluralized in English?
No, the noun has to be. Ex: They (plural noun) play nicely.
Can you have capital letters in the middle of a setence?
Yes, when providing names of places or people. For example, "I travelled to Japan last year."
Can negations be used in contractions?
Yes, this is usually done with "n't" for example, isn't= is + not.
If a word has an apostrophe, does it mean it must be a contraction?
No, apostrophes can also be used with "s" to show belonging. For example, Miriam's house shows the house belongs to Miriam.
Why is it important to punctuate your sentences?
It allows for reading fluency, and it can allow the reader to know when to pause. It also helps make texts clearer by separating out ideas.