Directions: Please write or type the definitions in your own words for each word below.
PLEASE DO NOT COPY and PASTE.
Dangling Modifier -
Modifiers -
Phrase -
Pronoun -
Subordinate Clause -
Directions: Read each sentence. Correct the placement of the underlined modifiers by rewriting the sentences on the lines provided. If the sentence is correct, write “correct” on the line.
1. I wanted to play football badly.
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2. Luis asked questions about the test fewer than Shelia.
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3. Do you just want to play a game or go fishing?
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4. Ryan was bad at climbing trees because he always fell.
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Directions: Use the sentence to answer the question.
I never miss Art Club meetings because I love to draw.
Which part of the sentence is an independent clause?
A. I love to draw
B. I never miss
C. I never miss Art Club meetings
D. because I love to draw
The store ran out of paper quickly because supplies were limited.
Which part of the sentence is a dependent clause?
A. because supplies were limited
B. supplies were limited
C. ran out of paper quickly
D. The store ran out of paper
I love going to the fair during the summer.
Which relationship exists between the clauses?
A. a relationship between a dependent clause and an independent clause
B. a relationship between two independent clauses
C. a relationship within a single independent clause
Directions: Use the sentences to answer the question.
Maverick needed to go to the store. His dog wanted to go with him.
Which option best combines the two simple sentences into one compound sentence while maintaining the meaning of the original sentences?
A. Because Maverick needed to go to the store, his dog wanted to go with him.
B. Maverick needed to go to the store, and his dog wanted to go with him.
C. Because his dog wanted to go with him, Maverick needed to go to the store.
D. Maverick and his dog went to the store.
In one to two sentences, explain how using a variety of sentence types improves a story.
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Lesson 7: Grammar and Punctuation Apply
To show your understanding of the unit goals, write a paragraph about your favorite free-time activity. For example, where do you engage in this activity? When? How? Why do you like it so much? Why do you prefer it over other activities? How is the activity similar or different from your best friend’s favorite pastime? Check that you have capitalized and punctuated sentences correctly. Also, be sure to place the phrases and clauses appropriately and avoid shifts in pronoun number and person. Students MUST include the following:
One simple sentence
One compound sentence
One complex sentence
One compound-complex sentence
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Dangling Modifier - A term used for a phrase that is intended to modify a word, but is placed awkwardly in the sentence, leading to confusion about what it is modifying.
Modifiers - Words or phrases that enhance the meaning of other elements in a sentence. They can be adjectives, adverbs, or phrases.
Phrase - A group of words that together act as a single part of speech. They do not contain a subject and a verb.
Pronoun - A word that takes the place of a noun in a sentence.
Subordinate Clause - A clause that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence because it does not express a complete thought.
1. I wanted badly to play football.
2. Luis asked fewer questions about the test than Shelia.
3. Correct
4. Ryan was bad at climbing trees because he always fell.
Which part of the sentence is an independent clause?
A. I love to draw
Which part of the sentence is a dependent clause?
A. because supplies were limited
The relationship between the clauses in "I love going to the fair during the summer." is:
C. a relationship within a single independent clause
The best way to combine the two simple sentences into one compound sentence while maintaining the meaning of the original sentences is:
B. Maverick needed to go to the store, and his dog wanted to go with him.
Using a variety of sentence types improves a story by adding depth and complexity to the narrative. Simple sentences create clarity, compound sentences link ideas, complex sentences show relationships between ideas, and compound-complex sentences combine these features to create a well-rounded story.
My favorite free-time activity is reading at the park. I engage in this activity every weekend, where I find a quiet spot under a tree to enjoy my book. I like it so much because it allows me to escape into different worlds and relax. I prefer it over other activities because it is peaceful and helps me de-stress. My best friend enjoys painting as her favorite pastime, which is similar to reading as it also allows her to unwind and express her creativity in a different way.
In one to two sentences, explain how using a variety of sentence types improves a story.
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Using a variety of sentence types improves a story by adding richness and depth to the narrative. It keeps the reader engaged and enhances the overall flow and rhythm of the writing.
To show your understanding of the unit goals, write a paragraph about your favorite free-time activity. For example, where do you engage in this activity? When? How? Why do you like it so much? Why do you prefer it over other activities? How is the activity similar or different from your best friend’s favorite pastime? Check that you have capitalized and punctuated sentences correctly. Also, be sure to place the phrases and clauses appropriately and avoid shifts in pronoun number and person. Students MUST include the following:
One simple sentence
One compound sentence
One complex sentence
One compound-complex sentence
My favorite free-time activity is hiking in the nearby mountain trails. I engage in this activity on weekends when the weather is good, and I can enjoy the beauty of nature. I love hiking because it allows me to disconnect from technology and connect with the outdoors. I prefer it over other activities because it keeps me physically active and mentally refreshed. Hiking is similar to my best friend's favorite pastime, which is biking, as both activities involve exploring nature and staying active, but hiking allows me to immerse myself more fully in the serene surroundings.
Directions: Please write or type the definitions in your own words for each word below.
Independent Clause -
Dependent Clause -
Independent Clause - A group of words that can stand alone as a complete sentence and expresses a complete thought with a subject and a predicate.
Dependent Clause - A group of words that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence due to its reliance on an independent clause for meaning. It functions within a sentence as a noun, adverb, or adjective.