Comma Chaos
Identify the comma error
(Simply say there should be a comma before or after _______)
"Although I was tired I kept working on my essay."
There should be a comma after "tired".
Fix the punctuation:
She loves three things books, coffee and quiet mornings
A colon should be placed after "things". There should be a comma after "coffee".
Fix the faulty parallelism:
"The teacher said we should read carefully, think critically, and we must write clearly."
What is
The teacher said we should read carefully, think critically, and write clearly.
Identify the error on this sign:
"Your in good hands with us!"
Your* should be You're*
What's wrong with this sentence?
"Me and him went to the store."
"He and I went to the store." (Subject pronouns must be used)
Where should commas be placed in this sentence:
My cousin a talented musician is performing at the festival
After "cousin" and after "musician"
Identify the punctuation mistake:
The teacher said “Please turn in your homework.”
It's missing a comma after "said".
Fix the Faulty Parallelism
"Her job involves managing schedules, organizing events, and to communicate with clients."
Her job involves managing schedules, organizing events, and communicating with clients.
What is the mistake in this DM:
"Their going to the concert later. Wanna join?"
They're going to the concert later. Wanna join?
Correct this message from Mr. Tanner' s aunt:
"I literally died when I saw that movie!"
"I figuratively died when I saw that movie!" (Misuse of "literally")
What is the comma-related mistake?
No one expected the team, to win, but they pulled off an incredible victory.
The comma after "team" is unnecessary. It should be deleted.
What punctuation mark should be used to join two independent clauses without a conjunction?
What is a semicolon?
This sentence is grammatically correct but awkward due to faulty parallelism. What is a more clear version of this?
"He enjoys not only hiking but also to swim in the lake."
He enjoys not only hiking but also swimming in the lake.
This business sign is grammatically incorrect:
"Your satisfaction, our priority!"
What would it look/sound like as a correct sentence?
Your satisfaction is our priority!
"Employees must wash hands before returning to work."
What is missing from this sign that would add to clarity?
An adjective clarifying whose hands.
"Employees must wash their hands before returning to work"
Why is this sentence incorrect:
"I wanted to go to the party, however, I had too much homework."
A comma cannot separate independent clauses with "however." It should be:
"I wanted to go to the party; however, I had too much homework."
It's clear that she's the best player; however, she still practices daily.
There is no mistake.
Fix the parallel structure while keeping the original meaning intact:
"The proposal aims to increase efficiency, lowering costs, and improve employee morale."
What is
"The proposal aims to increase efficiency, lower costs, and improve employee morale."
This social media post has a misplaced modifier:
"Just finished my essay about space exploration in my pajamas!"
How could it be re-written to avoid confusion?
"Just finished my essay about space exploration while wearing my pajamas!"
This book dedication caused controversy:
"To my parents, Ayn Rand and God." What’s the issue, and how would you correct it?
The lack of clarity suggests the parents are Ayn Rand and God. A better version:
"To my parents, to Ayn Rand, and to God."
This sentence is grammatically correct but unclear. Where should commas go for clarification?
"She told him that although he was late, again, he would not be penalized."
There should be a comma after "that"
What’s the difference between a hyphen (-) and a dash (—)?
A hyphen connects compound words (e.g., well-known), while a dash indicates a break in thought or emphasis.
Why is this sentence considered an example of faulty parallelism?
"She is a dedicated worker, a reliable friend, and someone who you can trust."
What is the third item disrupts the parallel structure?
This restaurant menu contains a punctuation error that changes the meaning:
"We offer fresh cooked vegetables, steak and eggs and toast."
Explain the error.
The lack of commas creates ambiguity. There should also be a hyphen between "fresh and cooked" since they are functioning as an adjective phrase. It should be:
"We offer fresh-cooked vegetables, steak and eggs, and toast."
Identify the ELA issue in this famous political slogan:
"We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union..."
(Hint: there is a phrase that doesn't totally make sense)
"More perfect" is an illogical phrase—something is either perfect or not. A better phrase could be "a stronger Union."