Basic Parts of Speech
Greek & Latin Roots
Sentence Types
Advanced ELA Terms
Punctuation
100

The ONE verb that the subject does.

What is a predicate?

100

The root word graph means this.

What is to write?

100

This type of sentence looks like this: IC + IC. 

What is compound sentence?
100

To describe or outline with precision.

What is delineate?

100

T/F: A comma is always needed in a complex sentence. 

What is false?

200

The 3 required parts of a completed sentence.

What are: subject, predicate, and complete thought?

200

Found in a series of science classes, this root word means "life."

What is bio-?

200

This type of sentence looks like this: DC +IC or IC+DC.

What is a complex sentence?

200

The stylistic choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing. 

What is diction?

200
This type of run-on error occurs when you use a comma where a period should go. 

What is comma splice?

300

The one noun that does the action.

What is the subject?

300

This root word means "self," as in "doing it by itself."

What is auto-?

300

This type of sentence always needs a comma. 

What is a compound sentence?

300

What may be suggested by or associated with the meaning of a word (e.g., home may suggest warmth or family); the feeling or tone of a word (positive, negative, or neutral). 

What is connotation?

300
This punctuation can be used to connect two related sentences, but should only be used ONCE or TWICE in a paper. 
What is a semicolon?
400

This is not required in order for a sentence to be accurate. 

What is an object?

400

This root is one of many that refers to water. 

What is hydro-/hydra-?

400

This type of sentence is made of only one independent clause. 

What is a simple sentence?

400

A saying that sets forth a general truth that has gained credibility through use over time (e.g., No risk, no gain.).

What is an adage?

400

After transition words/phrases, you should always have one of these. 

What is a comma?

500

FANBOYS are officially called this. 

What are "Coordinating Conjunctions"?

500

The Latin/Greek root "ambi-" means this. 

What is both?

500

This is considered a fragment that cannot stand alone. 

What is a dependent clause?

500

The general term for words or expressions with meanings other than the literal interpretation. 

What is figurative language?

500

This is typically not necessary when using a compound subject or predicate.

What is a comma?