Punctuation
Correct the sentence:
In writing unlike some believe there are no natives.
In writing, unlike some believe, there are no natives.
Write a simple sentence
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Good job!
Write 3 subordinating conjunctions
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Excellent :)
What can we use to link two independent clauses?
A conjuction or a semicolon.
How many types of sentences have we learned? Name them.
4. Simple, compound, complex, and compound complex sentences.
When do we use semicolons?
1) To join two independent clauses.
2) Between independent statements linked with a transitional word or phrase.
3) Between items in a series that contains internal punctuation.
Which type of conjuctions do we use for compound sentences?
Coordinating conjunctions.
Is this a complex sentence?
Provided that you study, you will get good grades.
Yes
Which sentence is correct?
A) I ate cuy yesterday, and it was delicious even though it was a bit spicy.
B) Dome is a good student; she studies whenever she has time.
Both
Remember you can connect the independent clauses with a semicolon or a conjunction.
What is the difference between informal writing and academic writing?
Academic writing follows conventions that informal writing doesn't.
Can colons and semicolons be used interchangeably?
No.
What kind of sentence is this?
I like rabbits, but they are kind of annoying.
Compound sentence
Find the one that is not a subordinating conjuction:
After, because, so that, or, till, when.
Or
True or False
We can use commas or semicolons to join the independent clauses.
True
Write the proper citation:
"Students who are taught through visual literacy tend to have higher grades in reading."
- Tamaki
- 2001
- Pg. 77
Tamaki (2001, pg. 77) states that "Students who are taught through visual literacy tend to have higher grades in reading."
Correct the sentence:
Tell Juan the guy with a mustache that I need to talk to him.
Tell Juan, the guy with a mustache, that I need to talk to him.
Write a compound sentence using "yet".
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Awesome
When do we use commas in complex sentences?
When the sentence begins with the dependent clause.
What is the structure of complex compound sentences?
Independent clause + conjunction/; + independent clause + dependent clause(s)
Improve the topic sentence:
PBL is a good strategy.
There are many possible answers.
Ex: PBL has several benefits.
Correct the sentence:
my father used to tell me these wise words "there are three types of people good bad and ugly"
My father used to tell me these wise words: "There are three types of people: good, bad, and ugly."
Write a compound sentence.
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Excellent!
Write a complex sentence using "whenever".
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Keep the good work
Write a complex compund sentence
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Kudos
What is the structure of a paragraph?
Topic sentence, supporting sentences, conclusion.