Interrupters
What type of punctuation helps to emphasize things (show they are important)?
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What is the plural of the word "elf"? (Spell it out)
Elves
What is a compound sentence?
Two sentences put together.
What are homonyms?
Words that look or sound the same but mean different things.
Fill in the blank with a pronoun that makes sense.
"Even though she was running low on time, Wish Bear was able to complete the entire project by __________."
herself
What type of punctuation do you use when including things like definitions?
( )
What is the plural of the word "shrimp"? (Spell it out)
Shrimp
What two things does every compound sentence need to have?
A comma and a conjunction.
Give two examples of homonyms and their definitions.
(Answers will vary)
What is wrong with the punctuation in the sentence?
"Before school my dog was running around in the street, and he almost got hit by a car."
You need a comma after school
What is the best way to separate out the interrupter in the sentence?
Interestingly everyone missed question number seven.
Comma after Interestingly
Which, if any, of the following words is misspelled?
"I hate flys and beetles, but I especially hate spiders.
flys (should be flies)
What would be the best way to correctly punctuate this compound sentence?
"The rain stopped and the children ran outside to play.
Add a comma before "and".
Which, if any, of the following words is misspelled?
"Everyone knows that two is less than for."
for should be "four"
What is wrong with the following sentence?
"Back in 1983, everyone wears weird clothing."
wears should be "wore"
What is the best way to separate out the interrupter in the sentence?
"You and only you have control over your own actions."
dashes around "and only you"
Which, if any, of the following words is misspelled?
"My mom asked if I wanted burgers or fish for dinner, but I said I wanted macaroni instead."
None
What is the best way to correctly punctuate this compound sentence?
"You can get a cookie and a candy bar or you can get a large milkshake.
A comma before "or".
Which, if any, of the following words is misspelled?
"Its upset with you because your dog keeps coming into its territory."
Its (the first one) should be "it's"
If you don't do well on your DCA, how does that affect LeBron James' legacy?
He's still the GOAT, but you should try your best.
What is the best way to separate the interrupter?
My brother who is obsessed with basketball is always practicing his three-point shot.
Parentheses around "who is obsessed with basketball"
Which, if any, of the following words is misspelled?
"Pax is a book about animals. It tells about a boy and a group of foxs.
foxs (should be foxes)
What is wrong with the following compound sentence?
"I studied hard for the test, but I got an A+."
"but" should be "so"
Which, if any, of the following words is misspelled?
"It's not a good idea to leave your laptop in the car. If it gets too cold, then your going to regret it for a long time."
What is wrong with the following sentence?
"Everyone were worried because they didn't know if Mr. Davis was going to scream at them."
were should be "was"