English grammar explained in plain language simple enough to be understood.
Section A: Insert a semicolon into each sentence below. 1. I bought a new house it’s right down the street from my mother.2. Don’t touch the railing it was just painted.3. I’ve got an idea I’m just not sure it… Read more415. Practice with with Semicolon and the Dash
We use a comma to separate items in a list. I bought lemons, sugar, cookies, and ice. This sentence says that I bought four items. A comma goes in between each of the items to keep them separate. If we… Read more384. Using the Comma in a List
A complex sentence is made up of two clauses: an independent clause and a subordinate clause. Today we will practice writing complex sentences with the subordinate clause words while, when, whenever, unless and until. Here is a complex sentence beginning… Read more228. Punctuating Complex Sentences
Today we will talk about using italics for the names of certain means of transportation. 1- We always italicize the name of ships. The Titanic sank on its tragic maiden voyage from Europe to the United States. The USS Arizona… Read more188. Italicize the Names of Certain Vehicles
Section A: In each sentence below, find the two words that need a hyphen. Write the new hyphenated word. One sentence does not get a hyphen.1. My cousin has twenty three chickens in his backyard coop.2. His home sits on… Read more170. Practice With Hyphenated Words
We sometimes begin a sentence with a prepositional phrase. This is called an introductory phrase. Always use a comma after an introductory phrase. Here are some sentence examples:After breakfast, Meg did the laundry.Before dinner, Sam practiced his piano piece.At the… Read more392. Put a Comma after an Introductory Phrase
Today America celebrates Independence Day. On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was read in the city of Boston – and America’s freedom from rule by Great Britain was declared. Notice how the date is written. First we write… Read more381. Comma in a Date
Section A: Decide which word or words in each sentence below should be in italics.1. The warplane Enola Gay dropped the first atomic bombs in WWII. 2. The Pilgrims traveled to North America on a ship called the Mayflower.3. Columbus… Read more190. Practice With Italics
A dash ( – ) looks like a hyphen. A hyphen is used inside of words. A dash is used between parts of a sentence. Use a dash when you want to show an interruption in thought. I really need… Read more171. Using the Dash
A subordinate clause is a group of words that shows action but cannot stand alone. When you begin a sentence with a subordinating conjunction, you are beginning your sentence with a subordinate clause. Here are five common subordinating conjunctions: after,… Read more399. Use a Comma After a Subordinate Clause