Category: CC-L4
852. Indefinite Pronouns – anybody, everybody, somebody, nobody
A pronoun takes the place of a noun. An indefinite pronoun tells us that we aren’t sure what the actual noun is. We use these four indefinite pronouns when we aren’t sure of the actual person’s name. Hello, is anybody… Read more852. Indefinite Pronouns – anybody, everybody, somebody, nobody
853. Indefinite Pronouns – anyone, everyone, someone, no one
854. Indefinite Pronouns – either, neither, each
These three words – either, neither, and each – are indefinite pronouns. They are used in place of a noun, but we don’t know exactly which noun the words are replacing. Do either of you have a pen?Neither of my… Read more854. Indefinite Pronouns – either, neither, each
856. Confusing Verbs – lie/lay
The verb lie has two meanings. One meaning is to tell an untruth. I lie when I don’t tell the truth. The other meaning tells that someone or something is reclining.I am tired and need to lie down.My dog likes… Read more856. Confusing Verbs – lie/lay
857. Confusing Verbs – Rise and Raise
These two verbs – rise and raise – are sometimes confused with each other. Use the word rise when the person or thing is doing the action on their own. The subject of a sentence will rise themselves.I am waiting… Read more857. Confusing Verbs – Rise and Raise
858. Confusing Verbs – Sit and Set
Use the verb sit when the person or object is doing the action. I can sit in this chair.The baby will sit in the crib.My cat can sit on the windowsill. Use the verb set when an object is being… Read more858. Confusing Verbs – Sit and Set
859. Confusing Verbs – Resign and Re-sign
The verb resign means to help your self make peace with a situation. I will resign myself to the fact that the picnic has been rained out. George has to resign himself to the idea that he will not go… Read more859. Confusing Verbs – Resign and Re-sign
884. Complex Sentences and no Comma
A complex sentence is made by joining a simple sentence and a subordinate clause. When you begin a complex sentence with the subordinate clause, you must put a comma after the subordinate clause. While you are making dinner, I will… Read more884. Complex Sentences and no Comma
886. Commas in a Compound-Complex Sentence
A compound sentence combines two simple sentences with a coordinating conjunction (one of the FANBOYS). Mom is baking a cake, and Dad is mowing the lawn. Notice that we place a comma just before the conjunction and. A complex sentence… Read more886. Commas in a Compound-Complex Sentence