Grammar/Writing Midterms
The teacher allotted books (to each student.) adverb prep phrase adverb infinitive phrase adjective prep phrase adjective infinitive phrase
adverb prep phrase
What are a few transition words?
also as a result of afterward although because as soon as while
"That is my sweater!" the ferocious teen exclaimed. How is my used in the sentence?
as a possessive adjective
What is the sixth paragraph in an argument paper?
conclusion- "restatement of thesis that summarizes paper perhaps with a call to action"
Hal O'Ween the churlish boy with curly hair stepped in pumpkin poop. This sentence is incorrectly punctuated because it contains an essential appositive. contains a nonessential appositive.
contains a nonessential appositive.
Identify the pronoun. Is that the Ohio River? personal pronoun relative pronoun demonstrative pronoun interrogative pronoun
demonstrative pronoun
I.B.Smart, the noted librarian, expressed the importance of (reading for pleasure. ) participial phrase gerund phrase adjective prep phrase adverb prep phrase
gerund phrase
Many children consider (going to a haunted house). participial phrase acting as adverb gerund phrase acting as direct object gerund phrase acting as subject complement
gerund phrase acting as direct object
What are the three types of verbal phrases?
gerunds participles infinitives
Which pronoun correctly completes the sentence? Do you think _____ moves well on a skateboard? a. him b. he c. her d. us
he
What are verb phrases?
helping verb + main verb
Mason Jarr changed his position on the team. This change brought him many opportunities. position is a predicate noun opportunities is a predicate noun him is an indirect object his is an indirect object
him is an indirect object
What are the two types of clauses?
independent and dependent
As they flew across the night sky, [thousands of stars glittered above Santa and the reindeer.] independent clause adjective dependent clause adverb dependent clause noun clause phrase
independent clause
How are independent and dependent clauses similar and different?
independent clauses can stand on their own and dependent clauses cannot they both have a subject and a verb
MLA format
is double spaced has work cited and 1 inch margins is in Times New Roman, 12 point font
Requirements of a MLA work cited
is in alphabetical order 4 point heading the title Works Cited is centered new entries are aligned with left margin spillover lines are indented sites are not numbered
The package that Elle Ement received yesterday felt very light. package is the direct object Elle Ement is the indirect object light is the predicate adjective light is the direct object
light is the predicate adjective
Identify the noun of direct address. My sweet loves, have you been doing your active nightly rehearsal? my loves you rehearsal
loves
What are the objective pronouns?
me, us, you, him, her, it, them
What are the possessive pronouns?
my, mine, your, yours, his, her, hers, its, our, ours, their, theirs
Reflexive pronouns are ____________________ in a sentence.
neccessary
Does this sentence have an appositive? Frank N. Stein, can you come to our Halloween Gala tomorrow? Yes or No
no
When Hal O'Ween stepped in pumpkin poop, he had (to change his shoes.). The words in parenthesis are _____. adjective prep phrase adverb prep phrase appositive phrase none of the above
none of the above
Frankenstein, a novel by Mary Shelley, is her most popular novel. This sentence has a(n)_____. restrictive appositive nonrestrictive appositive a ham sandwich with a side of pumpkin poop
nonrestrictive appositive
(Thirty women were found guilty) during the Salem Witch trials in the late 1600's.The words in parenthesis are a(n)_____ appositive phrase adjective prep phrase adverb prep phrase not a phrase
not a phrase
Identify the type of clause in the sentence. Today, a lot of younger consumers say (they want a different kind of fast food - fresh, healthy and, if possible, locally sourced.)
noun clause
Identify the type of clause in the sentence. A recent Goldman Sachs report says that people under 35 want meals (that are fresh, healthy and adventurous, as well as fast.)
noun clause
Infinitives can be used as a
noun, adjective, and an adverb
Gerunds are verbs that act as
nouns
Adjective clauses modify what parts of speech?
nouns and noun clauses
Is the gerund phrase used as a direct object, an object of a preposition, or an appositive? You would think he'd get tired of picking up after others. a. direct object b. object of a preposition c. appositive
object of a preposition
The messy gray hair of the affrighted (Trixie Teacher) rose upon her head with horror. subject appositive object of the preposition none of the above
object of the preposition
If it ends in body, if it ends in thing, if it ends in one, than that means....
one
Drew A. Blank was kissed. Vera Nice was not the one who kissed him. Drew A. Blank is a predicate pronoun kissed is the direct object was is an action verb one is a predicate pronoun
one is a predicate pronoun
Which of the following does NOT need to be cited? a summary from an encyclopedia statistics on number of criminals in Wall Street Journal one's own observations a quote by Maya Angelou
one's own observations
(Betting on flying to the beach,) Robin Snest bought a new bathing suit. participial phrase gerund phrase appositive phrase adverb prep phrase
participial phrase
(Perturbed with her son's lazy ways), Shirley Imright told him to clean his room. gerund phrase participial phrase subject of the sentence none of the above
participial phrase
(Tasting the soup,) mother added more salt. gerund phrase gerund participial phrase participle
participial phrase
The conductor, (quieting the waiting audience), raised his hands to begin. nonessential appositive phrase essential appositive phrase participial phrase gerund phrase
participial phrase
All of the girls were ready to go to the practice. Is the subject singular or plural? a. singular b. neither c. plural
plural
What is the participial phrase in the sentence? A play portraying life in a small town is currently showing at the school auditorium. a. A play portraying life in a small town b. portraying life in a small town c. currently showing d. auditorium
portraying life in a small town
Did you see the latest Instagram post from Ivanna B. Lumpy? Ivanna B. Lumpy is the predicate noun you is the indirect object Instagram is the direct object post is the direct object
post is the direct object
What are the three types of subject complements?
predicate nouns predicate pronouns predicate adjectives
Ida Know will go to the costume party dressed (as) a glamorous witch. Identify the word in parentheses. subordinating conjunction coordinating conjunction preposition
preposition
What are the demonstrative pronouns?
this, that, these, those
What are the four types of phrases?
verb prepositional appositive verbal
When are commas used around adjective clauses?
when they are nonessential
Kat Mandu visited Nepal's capital which is set (in a valley) surrounded by the Himalayan mountains. Words in parenthesis answer which question? why which where when
where
Which sentence has a definite article? Mrs. Chu gives us extra minutes on the test. On a math test, Mrs. Chu gave us more time. Mrs. Chu gave us more time to eat an apple.
Mrs. Chu gives us extra minutes on the test.
Which sentence has an indefinite article? a. This song was written in 1970, but we are still affected by it today. b. A song we are still affected by is one written in 1970. c. The song written in 1970 still affects us today.
A song we are still affected by is one written in 1970.
Which is correct? All have an excuse for being tardy. All has an excuse for being tardy. Neither of the players remember where the bag was left. Have anybody been able to predict an early release when the power goes out?
All have an excuse for being tardy.
Which sentence has parallel structure? Anastasia likes to dance, singing, running, to play soccer, and having fun. Anastasia likes singing, dancing, running, playing soccer, and having fun.
Anastasia likes singing, dancing, running, playing soccer, and having fun.
Which sentence has subject verb agreement? Another of the buildings is going to fall. Another of the buildings are going to fall.
Another of the buildings is going to fall.
Why is it necessary to identify your audience? Because plaudits are expected. Because the argument must be appealing to their interests. Because research is necessary to avoid plagiarism. Because they must read your in-text citations.
Because the argument must be appealing to their interests.
Read the following paragraph. Then respond to the question. I myself have no ideas to get everyone outside. Most wants to stay inside playing computer games or watching television. Adam was the first one to grab his jacket and skates. The idea of hockey, who is our favorite sport, seemed to be the motivator. Now no one wants to be outside as much as them. Find the error in the last sentence. a. Change no one to anyone. b. Change wants to want. c. Change them to they. d. Change much to more.
Change them to they.
Which of the following has a demonstrative pronoun? a. That old boat on the dock is mine. b. This is my boat on the dock. c. This old boat on the dock is mine. d. The old boat on that dock is mine.
This is my boat on the dock.
Max Imum's birthday cake tastes so very delicious. This sentence has an action verb. This sentence has a linking verb delicious is a direct object delicious is a predicate noun
This sentence has a linking verb
The Grinch [who stole Christmas] eventually learns how to glow with Christmas spirit. independent clause adjective dependent clause adverb dependent clause noun clause phrase
adjective dependent clause
Which sentence has an interrogative pronoun? a. Which was the choice you decided to make? b. The choice which you decided to make was a good one. c. The girl who ate the apple won the prize. d. That was the choice you decided to make?
Which was the choice you decided to make?
Which sentence has an interrogative pronoun and a demonstrative adjective? Who has played this new video game? He is the one who has played this new game. Who has played this? Which of the planets is the largest?
Who has played this new video game?
Which sentence is correct? Who did Ella Enchanted marry? Who is attending tutorial this spring?
Who is attending tutorial this spring?
________shall Trixie Teacher call upon next? Who Whom
Whom
Which of the following is not written in the thesis? claim supporting reasons issue elaboration
elaboration
True or False: Formal English has contractions
false
My mother walked all the way to the grocery store by (herself) in the -3 degrees weather when she was upset. The word in () is a _______________ pronoun.
reflexive
Terry herself decided where the family should treat (themselves) to dinner. Is the pronoun in parentheses reflexive or intensive? intensive reflexive
reflexive
What part of speech begins an adjective clause?
relative pronoun
Which sentence has correct subject verb agreement? Several of the buildings is destroyed. Few of my friends wants to go to the movies. Everyone wants us to believe them. All of the houses remains in tact.
Everyone wants us to believe them.
What are the subjective pronouns?
I, you, he, she, it, we, you, they
What does ICE the quote stand for?
INTRODUCE your quotation CITE your quotation EXPLAIN your quotation.
Which sentence has a possessive pronoun or adjective? It's sure to be the best we have ever seen. Have you seen that dog? Its paws are the cleanest ever. Give the dog to us.
Its paws are the cleanest ever.
Jim Class wanted to have PE outside, but his teacher said the soil seemed too wet. Jim Class is the subject, and seemed is a linking verb. PE is the predicate noun wet is the direct object teacher is the indirect object
Jim Class is the subject, and seemed is a linking verb.
Mason Jarr changed his position on the team. This change brought him many opportunities. Mason Jarr is the subject and an adjective. Mason Jarr is the subject and a proper noun. This is a subject. team is a predicate adjective
Mason Jarr is the subject and a proper noun.
Which sentence has a first person possessive personal pronoun? Ours is the very large painting on the wall in the museum. His is the dog with the spots all over the body. My ceramic pot is even more beautiful than Mrs. Molnar's.
Ours is the very large painting on the wall in the museum
Which sentence has correct subject/verb agreement? a. Several were outside, and many catched fireflies in their jars. b. Several was outside, and many caught fireflies in their jars. c. Several were outside, and many caught fireflies in their jars. d. Several was outside, and many caught fireflies in their jars.
Several were outside, and many caught fireflies in their jars.
Which is a better example of formal language: She was very, very happy when she got a whole lot of shiny new stuff at Christmas. She was overflowing with joy when she received a bountiful supply of presents on Christmas day.
She was overflowing with joy when she received a bountiful supply of presents on Christmas day.
Which sentence has a demonstrative pronoun as the subject of the sentence? That girl is the new student in the class. Which of these flavors of ice cream is your favorite? That's a surprising choice. She is the girl that chose the vanilla flavor.
That's a surprising choice
Which sentence has the pronouns (in parentheses) and its antecedents in caps? a. The PHOTOGRAPHER traveled to the ruins of Tulum, and she explored (them) thoroughly. b. The photographer traveled to the ruins of TULUM, and she explored (them) thoroughly. c. The PHOTOGRAPHER traveled to the RUINS of Tulum, and (she) explored (them) thoroughly. d. The photographer traveled to the RUINS of Tulum, and (she) explored (them) thoroughly.
The PHOTOGRAPHER traveled to the RUINS of Tulum, and (she) explored (them) thoroughly.
Select the sentence with the relative pronoun. The US government relies on material that the CDC provides. That country has done much research in the last few decades. That is by no means the book we read in class the other day.
The US government relies on material that the CDC provides.
Which sentence uses a definite article? The antics of churlish children incapacitate most teacher plans. An allotment of funds is needed to help hungry refugees. A relevant idea is much needed.
The antics of churlish children incapacitate most teacher plans.
Which sentence has an intensive pronoun? The book itself reads like a movie. Ben Better can now drive all by himself.
The book itself reads like a movie
Which sentence has a proper adjective? Christmas is my favorite holiday. There is nothing like a Thanksgiving dinner. We go to mass on Easter.
There is nothing like a Thanksgiving dinner
_________glasses right here on the table belong to her. This That These Those
These
Why are many of the fictional characters in the best novels heroes? This sentence has an action verb This sentence has a linking verb. heroes is a predicate adjective characters is a direct object
This sentence has a linking verb.
What is the difference between a claim and an opinion?
a claim is backed up with facts and an opinion is just what you feel/think
Going to the candy store every day pleases the preschoolers very much. This sentence has a participial phrase a gerund phrase an adjective phrase none of the above
a gerund phrase
I.B.Smart, (the noted librarian) , expressed the importance of reading for pleasure. The words in parenthesis are a(n) an adjective prep phrase an essential appositive phrase a non-essential appositive phrase a ham sandwich
a non-essential appositive phrase
The Wicked Witch of the East, a noted enchantress, began to melt when it rained. This sentence has ____. an essential appositive a nonessential appositive a pumpkin burger
a nonessential appositive
An informed claim is an opinion based on feelings. a position based on research. part of an information paper. copied from another's work.
a position based on research.
What starts an adverb clause?
a subordinating conjunction
Collins Writing includes
a type I, II, III, IV, and V
During Spell Making Class, Glenda D'Goodwitch submitted a magical recipe to make Ken fall in love with Barbie. The infinitive phrase acts as the direct object adjective adverb a pumpkin poop sandwich
adjective
What are the two types of prepositional phrase?
adjective and adverb
Identify the type of clause in the sentence. Youth Radio's Natalie Bettendorf takes us to Berkeley, California (where one startup is betting it can succeed by encouraging aspiring chefs to use their own kitchens to cook for others.)
adjective clause
Identify the type of clauses in the sentence. We don't want something (that everyone and anyone can have.) We want something (that has soul), that has personalization to it.
adjective clause
Elves, [who eat a diet of cookies, candy, and hot chocolate,] must take a vitamin supplement every day. independent clause adjective dependent clause adverb dependent clause noun clause phrase
adjective dependent clause
Fred Scrooge wore the sweater [that is the Ugly Christmas sweater.] independent clause adjective dependent clause adverb dependent clause noun clause phrase
adjective dependent clause
(With that ring), Hal O'Ween asked Morticia Adams to marry him. infinitive phrase adjective prep phrase adverb prep phrase gerund phrase
adjective prep phrase
The cat (with the pink whiskers) sat on the mat.The words in parenthesis are a(n)_____ appositive phrase adverb prep phrase adjective prep phrase not a phrase
adjective prep phrase
What are the three types of dependent clauses?
adjective, adverb, and noun
Participles are verbs that act as
adjectives
Identify the type of clause in the sentence. Not so long ago (when fast food giants reigned supreme), takeout meant cheap, quick and probably greasy meals.
adverb clause
Santa went to Chile after Christmas, but Ms. Claus stayed home [because she had made plans with her book club.] independent clause adjective dependent clause adverb dependent clause noun clause phrase
adverb dependent clause
[When Holly Day entered the North Pole], she only knew Rudolph and Buddy D'Elf. independent clause adjective dependent clause adverb dependent clause noun clause phrase
adverb dependent clause
(During the stormy night), Al Getum, the babbling buffoon, inflicted great harm. The words in parenthesis are a(n)_____ appositive phrase adverb prep phrase adjective prep phrase infinitive phrase
adverb prep phrase
Kat Mandu visited Nepal's capital which is set (in a valley) surrounded by the Himalayan mountains. Words in parenthesis represent a(n) appositive phrase adjective prep phrase adverb prep phrase
adverb prep phrase
Shari always dressed as Heidi, and I was the bride (for Halloween.) adjective dependent clause adjective prep phrase adverb dependent clause adverb prep phrase
adverb prep phrase
Thirty women were found guilty (during the Salem Witch trials) in the late 1600's. adverb prep phrase adjective prep phrase pumpkin poop sandwich
adverb prep phrase
A counterargument should be the paragraph before the conclusion. tries to refute the opposing view. is necessary to bolster the argument. all of the above
all of the above
Evidence for a research paper should include facts and statistics expert testimony anecdotes all of the above
all of the above
How do I evaluate sources? Check the date of publication look at URL and avoid .com Determine author's knowledge about subject Decide the website's purpose (sell, entertain, etc) all of the above
all of the above
Which of the following is correct? an allotment of Lemon Heads an compliance of neighbors a elite group
an allotment of Lemon Heads
Casper D'Friendlyghost said to unwrap all of the candy. This sentence has ____. a participial phrase an infinitive phrase a gerund phrase a bat tail sandwich
an infinitive phrase
What are some singular indefinite pronouns?
another, anyone, anything, each, much, neither
What does an indefinite pronoun refer to?
any or all of a group of people, places, or things
It was _______ that pulled the fire alarm. any subjective personal pronoun any objective personal pronoun a ham sandwich
any subjective personal pronoun
The mean girl (Regina George) bit Charlie's finger. appositive phrase appositive common noun none of the above
appositive
Brad Lee, (the solicitous little boy,) was concerned when his mother tripped on the sidewalk. appositive antecedent appositive phrase noun clause
appositive phrase
Cotton Mather, (a minister of Boston's North Church) , was a prolific publisher of pamphlets, including some that expressed his belief in witchcraft. The words in parenthesis are a(n) appositive phrase adverb phrase adjective phrase not a phrase
appositive phrase
Eileen Totheleft, (the famous actress,) won the drama award. participial phrase adverb phrase appositive phrase gerund phrase
appositive phrase
Halloween originates with the Celtic Day of the Dead autumn festival of Samhain, (celebrated by Celts throughout Europe.) gerund phrase participial phrase adjective phrase appositive phrase
appositive phrase
The Wicked Witch of the East, (the one who melts when it rains,) is my sister. not a phrase appositive phrase infinitive phrase adverb prep phrase participial phrase
appositive phrase
This is my favorite book. How is this used in the sentence?
as a demonstrative noun
Which sentence uses a demonstrative pronoun? a. The book that she liked was sold out. b. That is the book that was sold out. c. That book was the one that was sold out. d. a ham sandwich
b. That is the book that was sold out.
The mangy dog picked up by the Adams family while on vacation becomes the best pet they have ever had. becomes is an action verb picked is a linking verb becomes is an intransitive verb dog is an adjective
becomes is an intransitive verb
(Trying to sing in unison) is the goal of the band. gerund phrase participial phrase subject of the sentence both subject and gerund phrase
both subject and gerund phrase
Many (of Kathmandu's historic sites) were damaged or destroyed by a 2015 earthquake. The words in parenthesis modify _____. Subject verb indefinite pronoun both subject and indefinite pronoun
both subject and indefinite pronoun
Read the following paragraph. Then respond to the question. I myself have no ideas to get everyone outside. Most wants to stay inside playing computer games or watching television. Adam was the first one to grab his jacket and skates. The idea of hockey, who is our favorite sport, seemed to be the motivator. Now no one wants to be outside as much as them. Find the error in the second sentence. Change Most to few Change wants to want change stay to stays change television to televisions
change wants to want
A good research question is clear and can be answered by consulting multiple sources. very narrow and can be answered from one source. not specific at all. not needed for an argumentative paper
clear and can be answered by consulting multiple sources.
Twin reindeer slept in the grass while their mother kept watch. simple sentence compound sentence complex sentence compound complex sentence
complex sentence
Identify the word in parentheses. The Mahoning River flows through (these) counties. demonstrative adjective relative pronoun demonstrative pronoun interrogative pronoun
demonstrative adjective
An intensive pronoun is used to.....
emphasize a preceding noun or pronoun
The company (Amazon) left the package at the garage door. Internal punctuation may or may not be correct. essential appositive phrase essential appositive nonessential appositive nonessential appositive phrase
essential appositive
The second, third, and fourth paragraphs in an argument paper include?
fact 1 (citation) elaboration fact 2 (citation) elaboration fact 3 (citation) elaboration
True or False: A participle or a participial phrase always act as a noun.
false
True or False: Adverb phrases answer the question which one, how many, or what color.
false
True or False: Adverb prepositional phrases answer the question which one, how many, or what color.
false
True or False: An infinitive will always start with any preposition and end in a verb.
false
True or False: Peter Pumpkineater the avowed carver won the contest. This sentence is correctly punctuated.
false
True or False: The St. Louis Cardinals an American professional baseball team is based in St. Louis, Missouri. This sentence is correctly punctuated.
false
True or False: The prodigiously knowledgeable oral surgeon, Dr. Germann, was very busy after Halloween. This sentence is correctly punctuated.
false
True or False: The woman who claimed her dog is the cutest is a laggard. This sentence has an adjective phrase.
false
What is the person and number of the pronoun (in parentheses) ? This summer (we) will be visiting the cabin in Wisconsin. a. second person, plural b. third person, plural c. first person, plural d. third person, singular
first person, plural
No use of contract Third person pronouns No slang/colloquial language Precise vocabulary No overused words Present tense No starting a sentence with a numeral Cannot end sentences with prepositions
formal writing
The Wicked Witch of the East's pleading rarely influenced her mother. This sentence has_____. gerund phrase as subject gerund as subject participial phrase as subject none of the above
gerund as subject
(The ostrich's ostracizing) rarely influenced the zookeeper. participial phrase appositive phrase gerund phrase infinitive phrase
gerund phrase
(The rooster's screeching at dawn) woke up the farmer. noun clause gerund phrase simple subject participial phrase
gerund phrase
From pagan spirits to Batman, children of all ages have enjoyed (dressing up for Halloween. ) adverb prep phrase adjective prep phrase participial phrase gerund phrase
gerund phrase
Georgie Porgy loves (eating pudding and pie.) verb and compound direct objects predicate nominative participial phrase gerund phrase
gerund phrase
One company is arguing it can succeed (by encouraging aspiring chefs.) participial phrase gerund phrase adjective phrase adverb phrase
gerund phrase
Mrs. Jazzy chooses him for solos more often than ____. she her
her
What are the three types of object complements?
indirect objects direct objects object of the prepositions
Trixie Teacher had the ability (to teach her students how to write using verbals.) adverb prep phrase adjective prep phrase infinitive as adverb prep phrase infinitive as adjective phrase
infinitive as adjective phrase
Ben Din uses his money (to buy games.) infinitive phrase as adjective infinitive phrase as adverb adverb phrase infinitive phrase as noun
infinitive phrase as adverb
Is the pronoun intensive or reflexive? You yourself know it is time to go. a. intensive b. reflexive
intensive
Is the pronoun reflexive or intensive? The teachers (themselves) were our servers during lunch on exchange day. intensive reflexive
intensive
I (myself) researched the family vacation spots on the internet with a mug of warm coffee in my hand. The word in () is a
intensive pronoun
Identify the pronoun. Which states does the Monongahela River flow through? personal pronoun relative pronoun demonstrative pronoun interrogative pronoun
interrogative pronoun
Is this formal language: 1 piece is enough for me, I do not enjoy consuming this treat.
no
Which pronouns are indefinite? It should surprise no one, but she is the athlete that won all of them. It, she It, no one, them no one, all that, no one, all
no one, all
An argument paper includes....
no opinions facts no bias no doubt strong wording concise, pointed statements
Is this formal writing: Idk why you like oreos so much. It makes nooooo sense.
no, it is not
(To vote by mail), please request an absentee ballot. The words in parenthesis are ______. Subject of the sentence adjective prep phrase adverb prep phrase none of the above
none of the above
Halloween begins the three-day observance of Allhallowtide (the time in the liturgical year dedicated to remembering the dead), including saints, martyrs, and all the faithful departed. This sentence may or may not be punctuated correctly. Words in parenthesis are _____. essential appositive nonessential appositive none of the above
none of the above
Identify the simple subject. My churlish students, do you actively review your Daily Grammar Practice? do you actively review My churlish students do actively review your Daily Grammar Practice none of the above
none of the above
Kat Mandu visited Nepal's capital (which is set in a valley surrounded by the Himalayan mountains. ) adjective prep phrase adverb prep phrase gerund phrase none of the above
none of the above
Rudolph knew [that the roads would be very slippery on Christmas Eve.] independent clause adjective dependent clause adverb dependent clause noun clause phrase
noun clause
Santa gathered the reindeer to talk about [whatever would happen during the storm on Christmas Eve.] independent clause adjective dependent clause adverb dependent clause noun clause
noun clause
Santa gave [whomever had a kind heart] lots of goodies in their stockings. independent clause adjective dependent clause adverb dependent clause noun clause phrase
noun clause
[That Holly Berry decorated her cottage with white twinkle lights] surprised nobody. independent clause adjective dependent clause adverb dependent clause noun clause phrase
noun clause
[Whatever Mrs. Claus bakes] is immediately served to the hard - working elves. independent clause adjective dependent clause adverb clause noun clause phrase
noun clause
Perhaps the problem was [that Rudolph's nose simply was congested.] noun clause as subject noun clause as direct object noun clause as indirect object noun clause as predicate nominative
noun clause as predicate nominative
Mr. Jack Hammer handed merits to whomever swept the classroom. noun clause in adjective phrase noun clause in adverb phrase infinitive phrase participial phrase
noun clause in adjective phrase
Identify the type of clauses in the sentence. And from the perspective of Josephine's contractors, the chefs, it's a quick entry into (what's becoming known as the on-demand meal marketplace.) (What all you need) is Internet access and a kitchen. (I know it looks like this sentence has a typo, but this is how it was in the doc)
noun clauses
(Hal O'Ween), did you know that all Hallows' Eve, or All Saints' Eve, is a celebration observed in many countries on 31 October? Words in parenthesis are ____. appositive phrase subject of sentence noun of direct address none of the above
noun of direct address
During the stormy night, Al Getum, the (babbling) buffoon, inflicted great harm. The words in parenthesis are a(n)_____ gerund phrase gerund participial phrase participle
participle
If I wrote the winning story, that would be awesome. This sentence has a(n)____. gerund phrase infinitive phrase gerund participle
participle
The eerie sound of the (howling) wolves made for an affrighted pedagogue. adjective gerund participle none of the above
participle
The eerie sound (of the howling wolves) made for an affrighted pedagogue. gerund as object of preposition participle phrase adverb prep phrase adjective prep phrase
participle phrase
What does PIG stand for?
participles, infinitives, and gerunds
What are the 7 types of pronouns?
personal reflexive intensive demonstrative interrogative relative indefinite
Grant A. Wish, [Santa's apprentice,] made a list of children who were naughty and nice. independent clause adjective dependent clause adverb clause noun clause phrase
phrase
[In the morning on the Feast of St. Stephen,] Santa slept soundly. independent clause adjective clause adverb clause noun clause phrase
phrase
[Singing to the crowds in the city,] Carol Eng felt such peace and joy in her heart. adjective clause adverb clause noun clause phrase Santa Claus
phrase
"Few" is an indefinite pronoun that is singular plural both
plural
We found ourselves at the pool after a long day of work in the yard. Is the pronoun intensive or reflexive? reflexive intensive
reflexive
Identify the pronoun. Sam D'Man actually went tubing by himself down the Salt River. personal pronouns relative pronoun reflexive pronoun intensive pronoun
reflexive pronoun
The poor directions which were missing confused the students. This sentence has a(n) _____pronoun. a. demonstrative b. relative c. interrogative d. personal
relative
Do you know the Muffin Man (who) lives on Dreary Lane? Identify the word in parentheses interrogative pronoun relative pronoun personal pronoun
relative pronoun
Identify the pronoun type. The Susquehanna River that is located in the northeastern and mid-Atlantic United States is a major river. personal pronoun relative pronoun demonstrative pronoun interrogative pronoun
relative pronoun
Identify the pronoun. The Potomac River which covers the District of Columbia flows through four states. demonstrative pronoun relative pronoun interrogative pronoun reflexive pronoun
relative pronoun
The players who left their bags will be fined. Who is a(n) interrogative pronoun demonstrative pronoun relative pronoun ham sandwich
relative pronoun
You students appreciate each other very much. Identify the personal pronoun in the sentence. second person singular objective second person plural objective first person singular subjective second person plural subjective
second person plural subjective
My dears, will (you) take this test? Identify the word in parentheses. second person singular subjective pronoun second person plural objective pronoun second person plural subjective pronoun
second person plural subjective pronoun
[After their finals, Holly and Ivy sang Christmas Carols to all of the residents at the Snow Globe Village for retired elves.] simple sentence compound sentence complex sentence compound complex sentence
simple sentence
The milk that has been sitting out all morning smells sour to me. sour is a direct object sour is a predicate noun sour is a predicate pronoun sour is a predicate adjective
sour is a predicate adjective
What are the two types of complements?
subject and object
Is the infinitive phrase used as a subject, a subject complement, or a direct object? This strange scheme was to generate a profit for anyone who invested. a. subject b. subject complement c. direct object
subject complement
What are the three types of personal pronouns?
subjective, objective, possessive
Some sailors believe in superstition, which makes them fearful. What is the antecedent of the relative pronoun? some sailors superstition fearful
superstition
What are the relative pronouns?
that, which, who, whom, whose
Which of the following is a definite article? a an the
the
What is in an appositive phrase?
the appositive + its modifiers that rename the noun and pronoun before it
(The squealing demon) frightened the children. gerund phrase participial phrase the complete subject the simple subject
the complete subject
What is the fifth paragraph in an argument paper?
the counter-argument paragraph with three facts each with citations
What's in the introduction of an argument?
the hook and thesis statement
A reflexive pronoun is usually...
the object of a verb or a preposition
(The blue jay) is a passerine bird in the family Corvidae, native to eastern North America. The words in parenthesis are _____. an appositive an appositive phrase the subject of the sentence none of the above
the subject of the sentence
Identify the interrogative pronoun in the sentence. Have you seen the girl who used to skip to school? Option 1 who you there is no interrogative pronoun in the sentence
there is no interrogative pronoun in the sentence
He told them that these clocks are not working even after they were fixed by many. The demonstrative adjective is ____. He that these many
these
True or False: A gerund always acts as a noun.
true
True or False: A gerund and its modifiers can be the subject, the subject complement, the direct object, or the object of the preposition phrase.
true
True or False: A nonessential appositive phrase can modify a proper noun True False
true
True or False: An appositive or an appositive phrase is a noun phrase which renames the antecedent which is either a noun or a pronoun.
true
True or False: An infinitive or an infinitive phrase can act as the noun, adverb, or adjective in a sentence.
true
True or False: If an adjective clause can be removed from the sentence without changing the meaning of the sentence, a writer must place commas around it.
true
True or False: Independent Clauses have a subject, a predicate, and can stand alone.
true
True or False: Noun clauses can act as subjects, direct objects, indirect objects, predicate nominatives, and objects of the preposition.
true
True or False: The kangaroo with the small pouch hopped lazily. This sentence has an adjective phrase.
true
True or False: When an appositive comes after a proper noun, you should use a comma.
true
Which of the following does not have FCA's? type 3 rough draft type 4 type 1 none of the above
type 1
Thesis statement
type two response to prompt written in formal language supported by three reasons to support the claim is the last sentence of the introduction is written in parallel structure
Intensive pronouns are ____________________ in a sentence.
unnecessary
Other actors _____admired her began to imitate her fashion sense. whom who
who
The girls _____ practiced their routine did very well. whom who
who
Identify the correct pronoun. ________ should Trixie Teacher chose to represent the school? Who Whom
whom
My dog for ______ I would give my life is a joy to behold. whom who
whom
That marine biologist to____you might direct your question knows a lot about fish. who whom
whom
Is this an example of MLA writing (set-up wise) and formal language?: Marsing 1 F. C. A. s 15 points Vary your sentence beginnings 60 points Have at least 3 sentences 25 points Include precise vocabulary Virginia Marsing Ms. Tatinville Short Story 15 February 2021 While Macey enjoys eating chocolate, she understands the negative repercussions of overconsumption. She has a history of high blood pressure, and is trying to reform her life in an attempt to become healthier. Instead of eating Hershey bars, she now eats apples. Macey knows that her efforts will pay off. Works Cited Ann, Taylor. "Overconsumption of Sweets Leads To Sickness", vol. 3, no. 5, 2020, pp.65-72 www. goodfacts.com/Taylor Ann Stories.edu
yes