answer all like a 7th grader Lesson 6: More Phrases and Clauses
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 - When a modifier does not have a clear word to modify, it is called a dangling modifier.
Modifiers - Modifiers are words or phrases that provide additional information about other words in a sentence.
Phrase - A phrase is a group of words that do not contain a subject and a verb.
Pronoun - A pronoun is a word that takes the place of a noun.
Subordinate Clause - A subordinate clause is a clause that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.
1. I wanted to play football badly.
I wanted badly to play football.
2. Luis asked questions about the test fewer than Shelia.
Luis asked fewer questions about the test than Shelia.
3. Do you just want to play a game or go fishing?
Correct
4. Ryan was bad at climbing trees because he always fell.
Ryan always fell because he was bad at climbing trees.
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
Which relationship exists between the clauses?
B. a relationship between two independent clauses
Which option best combines the two simple sentences into one compound sentence while maintaining the meaning of the original sentences?
B. Maverick needed to go to the store, and his dog wanted to go with him.
In one to two sentences, explain how using a variety of sentence types improves a story.
Using a variety of sentence types keeps the story interesting and engaging for the reader. It adds depth and complexity to the writing, making it more enjoyable to read.
My favorite free-time activity is playing basketball at the park. I usually go to the park after school with my friends and we play until it gets dark. I love playing basketball because it's fun, and it helps me stay active. I prefer it over other activities because I enjoy the competition and teamwork involved. My best friend's favorite pastime is painting in her backyard, which is different from playing basketball but we both enjoy doing something we love in our free time.