GENERAL GRAMMAR
What can help you identify an adverb? What do adverbs do?
Adverbs usually end in "-ly". Adverbs describe verbs.
What is "plot"?
Plot is what happens in the story. It is the beginning, middle and end of a story.
FILL IN THE BLANK with the best transition word.
"Miles was exhausted, __________ he continued working late into the night."
YET
BUT
What is a "rebuttal"?
What does the prefix "re-" mean? Give me an example with the prefix "re-".
"Re-" means to do or happen again. Reread, review, readjust.
Give me an example of a metaphor.
He is as dumb as a rock.
She is pretty like a flower.
What are the THREE purposes for writing?
To inform, to entertain, or to persuade/argue
Identify the subject and the predicate of the following sentence.
Ethan should go to the store, and he should get the green peppers before the produce sale ends.
HINT: There might be more than one of each.
Subject: Ethan; he
Predicate: should go to the store; should get the green peppers before the produce sale ends.
What two things does a sentence need to be grammatically correct?
A subject and a predicate.
What is "personification"? Give me an example.
The flowers danced in the wind.
What do you have to do in the conclusion of an essay?
Restate the thesis.
What are the FOUR things you include in your MLA-style header and what order do they go in?
Name
Teacher Name
Class Name/Class Period
Date (written out)
What should you do at the beginning of every new paragraph?
Indent (and capitalize).
What does a persuasive/argumentative essay always include?
An argument/opinion.
Identify the thesis statement in the following paragraph:
"Many people believe that social media has a negative impact on society, but it can actually have numerous benefits. Social media platforms allow individuals to stay connected with friends and family, regardless of distance. They also provide a space for people to express their ideas, advocate for causes, and raise awareness about important issues. Additionally, social media can be a valuable tool for businesses to reach wider audiences and build customer relationships. While it is important to use social media responsibly, its positive aspects cannot be overlooked."
"While it is important to use social media responsibly, its positive aspects cannot be overlooked."
Identify the nouns, verbs, adverbs, and adjectives in the following sentence:
My fat dog really loves crunchy carrots.
Noun: Dog, Carrot
Adjective: Fat, Crunchy
Verb: Loves
Adverb: Really
What is this sentence missing? Correct it.
"My best friend running through the hallway with our other friend."
It is missing a predicate/verb.
My best friend WAS running through the hallway with our other friend.
What is the difference between "central idea" and "theme"?
Central idea is the main point of a section of a text. Theme is the overall message of the whole text.
This is an introduction to an essay. What are the three central ideas that this essay will discuss?
"Many people believe that social media has a negative impact on society, but it can actually have numerous benefits. Social media platforms allow individuals to stay connected with friends and family, regardless of distance. They also provide a space for people to express their ideas, advocate for causes, and raise awareness about important issues. Additionally, social media can be a valuable tool for businesses to reach wider audiences and build customer relationships. While it is important to use social media responsibly, its positive aspects cannot be overlooked."
1. Social media helps people stay connected to each other.
2. Social media provides a space for people to express their ideas and talk/support important issues.
3. Social media helps businesses grow and be better.
Which of the following are cited correctly AND WHY IS IT CORRECT?
A. "The industrial revolution had profound effects on urban society" (Smith, 45).
B. As noted by Johnson, "Global warming is accelerating at an alarming rate" (2020).
C. The importance of diversity in the workplace has been well documented (Brown, p. 123).
D. The novel's theme of isolation reflects the struggles of modern life (White 56).
E. In the 19th century, the industrial age brought about major technological changes (Thompson, p. 78).
F. "Social media platforms influence political opinions among young adults" (Williams 2018, 22).
D. The novel's theme of isolation reflects the struggles of modern life (White 56).
It is correct because it includes the author name and the page number. It does not include a year or the "p." for page like the other options.