21. Some Common Grammar And Usage Mistakes In Undergraduate Philosophy Papers Students often use they and their as generic singular pronouns because I believe that usage determines correct grammar, and at some point in the http://www2.gsu.edu/~phltso/grammar&usage.html

Some Common Grammar and Usage Mistakes in Undergraduate Philosophy Papers Georgia State University It's vs. its, who's vs. whose, and you're vs. your The word it's is always a contraction of it is; to see if it's correct to use it's, substitute in the phrase "it is" and see if it makes sense. The possessive form of the pronoun it is its, not it's. Similarly, the word who's is always a contraction for who is or who has. The possessive form of the pronoun who is whose, not who's. You're is always a contraction of you are, and the possessive form of you is your. I.e. vs. e.g. I.e. is an abbreviation that means that is, as in the following example: "Epicurus is an ethical egoistic hedonist, i.e., he thinks that only one's own pleasure has intrinsic value." E.g. is an abbreviation that means for instance, or such as, as in the following example: "Aristotle thinks that many things are intrinsically valuable, e.g., virtue, virtuous activity, and pleasure." Can not Cannot should be one word, not two. If you say "Tim cannot sing well," you mean that Tim is unable to sing well. If you say "Tim can not sing well," you mean that Tim is able to refrain from singing well. Then vs. than

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LANGUAGE ARTS Sixth Grade Regular English Course Description: Sixth grade Regular English includes weekly spelling units, the eight parts of speech, capitalizing, punctuation, usage, the writing process, sentence combining, and composition with an emphasis on narrative paragraphs, descriptive paragraphs, and different forms of poetry. As time permits within these units, opportunities for individual and group projects will also be implemented. A. The Writing Process 1. to apply the five stages of the writing process 2. to use prewriting techniques to generate a topic B. Capitalization 1. to capitalize sentences, quotations, and salutations 2. to capitalize names and titles of people 3. to capitalize geographic places 4. to capitalize other proper nouns 5. to apply capitalization through writing C. Punctuation 1. to recognize the correct use of three end punctuation marks 2. to recognize the correct use of commas in signaling a pause or separation

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Student pages for the Grammar, Usage, and Mechanics section of the Diamond (Grade 12) level of Prentice Hall Writing and Grammar: Communication in Action. Use links from the Contents listing below or the navigation bar at the left to locate pages devoted to the writing, grammar, or study skills topics you would like to explore further through online information and activities. Writing and Grammar iText combines instructions and exercises online and on CD-ROM. The online version offers additional resources such as the Prentice Hall Online Essay Scorer, and an online dictionary, atlas, and encyclopedia. Chapter 17 : The Parts of Speech 17.1 Nouns and Pronouns 17.2 Verbs 17.3 Adjectives and Adverbs 17.4 Prepositions, Conjunctions, and Interjections 17.5 Words as Different Parts of Speech Chapter 18 : Basic Sentence Parts 18.1 Subjects and Predicates 18.2 Hard-to-Find Subjects 18.3 Complements Chapter 19 : Phrases and Clauses 19.1 Phrases 19.2 Verbals and Verbal Phrases 19.3 Clauses 19.4 Sentences Classified by Structure Chapter 20 : Effective Sentences 20.1 Classifying the Four Functions of a Sentence

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25. Pronouns The quizzes on pronoun usage are also listed at the end of that section. but the other indefinite pronouns use either himself or themselves as http://webster.commnet.edu/grammar/pronouns1.htm

Pronouns Definition Generally (but not always) pronouns stand for ( pro + noun) or refer to a noun, an individual or individuals or thing or things (the pronoun's antecedent) whose identity is made clear earlier in the text. For instance, we are bewildered by writers who claim something like They say that eating beef is bad for you. They is a pronoun referring to someone, but who are they? Cows? whom do they represent? Sloppy use of pronouns is unfair. Not all pronouns will refer to an antecedent, however. Everyone here earns over a thousand dollars a day. The word "everyone" has no antecedent. The problem of agreement between a pronoun and its antecedent and between a pronoun and its verb is treated in another section on Pronoun-Antecedent Consistency . The quizzes on pronoun usage are also listed at the end of that section. This section will list and briefly describe the several kinds of pronouns. KINDS OF PRONOUNS: Personal Demonstrative Indefinite Relative ... Reciprocal Personal Pronouns Unlike English nouns, which usually do not change form except for the addition of an -s ending to create the plural or the apostrophe + s to create the possessive, personal pronouns (which stand for persons or things) change form according to their various uses within a sentence. Thus

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27. Writing Resource Center: Grammar & Punctuation Resource list details correct usage and common errors in grammar and punctuation.Punctuation topics address proper use of semicolons, colons, and commas. http://www.esc.edu/ESConline/Across_ESC/WritingResourceCenter.nsf/wholeshortlink

ANNOTATED RESOURCE LIST Academic Writing Process Research Writing Documenting Sources Business Writing ... Sentence Structure Grammar Grammar and Punctuation (Genesee Valley Center Writing Program) This is a resource list detailing correct usage and common errors in grammar and punctuation. Grammar listings include: agreement between subjects and verbs, pronoun agreement, pronoun case, parallelism, avoiding sentence fragments, and dangling modifiers. Punctuation topics address proper use of semicolons, colons, and commas. Grammar Workout: Adjectives (Writer's Complex) This short reading discusses the purpose of adjectives in the sentence and clarifies the roles of adverbs. Page includes link to practice exercises. Grammar Workout: Adverbs (Writer's Complex) This brief reading explains the role of the adverb as a modifier and how adverbs differ from adjectives. Page includes link to practice exercises. Grammar Workout: Bottom-Line, Low-Anxiety Grammar and Sentence Structure (Writer's Complex) The reading reviews sentence basics. Follow links to four major review topics and interactive exercises. Grammar Workout: Nouns (Writer's Complex) Explains the difference between common and proper nouns using examples.

28. Language Arts: Aligned To State Standards And District Curriculum standard English (including grammar, usage, punctuation, spelling, capitalization) . The learner will be able to use correct subjectverb agreement. http://www.gamequarium.com/languagestandards.html

Language Arts Games Alignment to Missouri's Show-Me Standards and the School District of Washington Curriculum The Show-Me Standards School District of Washington Language Arts Curriculum Dr. Seuss Show Me Standards Performance Standard Goal 2 Students in Missouri public schools will acquire the knowledge and skills to communicate effectively within and beyond the classroom. Knowledge Standard In Communication Arts, students in Missouri public schools will acquire a solid foundation which includes knowledge of and proficiency in comprehending and evaluating the content and artistic aspects of oral and visual presentations (such as story-telling, debates, lectures, multi-media productions). School District of Washington Curriculum Objectives The learner will be able to evaluate the effectiveness of author technique. The learner will be able to distinguish between reality and fantasy. The learner will be able to identify rhyming words. Harry Potter Games Show Me Standards Performance Standard Goal 2 Students in Missouri public schools will acquire the knowledge and skills to communicate effectively within and beyond the classroom. Knowledge Standard In Communication Arts, students in Missouri public schools will acquire a solid foundation which includes knowledge of and proficiency in reading and evaluating fiction, poetry and drama.

29. Language Basic Grammar And Useage Basic grammar and usage – Students show understanding of basic sentence use the correct pronoun to match the number and gender of the subject he, they, http://www.aesd.k12.ca.us/language_basic_grammar_and_useage.htm

Northwest Evaluation Association Basic Grammar and Usage Basic Grammar and Usage – Students show understanding of basic sentence patterns, phrases and clauses, word forms, verb tenses, subject-verb agreement, and pronoun-antecedent agreement. Skills and Concepts RIT Scores between 161 and 170 Use Basic Sentence Patterns Format: Short sentences, 4-6 words, using very basic vocabulary Format: Statements, questions, and commands Recognize a complete sentence Arrange words in order to form a complete sentences Use Noun Forms Recognize the regular plural form of a noun (add s) Recognize simple irregular plural nouns Recognize that a noun is to be used as a direct object Use/Distinguish Verb Tenses Recognize the correct use of past tense verbs (add –ed) Recognize the correct use of past progressive (was ing) Recognize the correct use of common irregular past tense verbs Use Irregular Verb Forms Determine the correct common irregular verb form to use in a short, simple sentence Use Subject-Verb Agreement Recognize the correct use of subjects or verbs in the following cases: Third person singular or plural subject - present participle Second person singular subject - present participle to use as first word in a question Subject-verb agreement in a short simple sentence Use Adjective Forms Recognize the correct use of comparative adjectives -er and -est Use Pronoun Forms Use objective pronouns correctly: me, us, them

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GMAT EXAM - GMAT TEST GRAMMAR SECTION FORMAT OF THE GMAT GRAMMAR TEST SECTION The field of grammar is huge and complextomes have been written on the subject. This complexity should be no surprise since grammar deals with the process of communication. GMAT grammar tests only a small part of standard written English. Grammar can be divided into two parts: Mechanics and Usage. Mechanics concerns punctuation, capitalization, etc. It is not tested on the GMAT nearly as often as is usage. So don't spend too much time worrying whether the comma is in the right place or whether a particular word should be capitalized. Usage concerns how we choose our words and how we express our thoughts: in other words, are the connections between the words in a sentence logically sound, and are they expressed in a way that conforms to standard idiom? This is the part of grammar that the GMAT concentrates on. Six major categories of usage are tested: Pronoun Errors Subject-Verb Agreement Misplaced Modifiers Faulty Parallelism Faulty Verb Tense Faulty Idiom PRONOUN ERRORS

31. Education World ® - Curriculum: Good Grief, It's Grammar Time! correct verb usage in sentences with neither/nor and either/or conjunctions grammar Safari This site helps teachers use the Web to locate text that http://content.educationworld.com/a_curr/curr075.shtml

Home Professional Development Center Archives Language Arts Curriculum Article CURRICULUM ARTICLE Good Grief, It's Grammar Time! Are grumbles all you hear when teaching grammar? Try a fresh approach a few new "hooks" your students will remember and check out a bunch of grammar sites on the Internet that will placate even the loudest grammar grumblers! Grammar! Can't live with it; can't live without it As an English teacher in a middle school, it is incumbent on me to teach that most dreaded of subjects. But I've found that there ARE ways to make it a little less odious. Trying to humanize grammar as much as possible, I give students "hooks" to help them remember the rules. Let me share a few with you. When I teach the progressive tense, I spin a tale about a very progressive Asian family on my block, the ING family. All in this family have the same last name. There is the dad, workING, the mom, inventING, and the children, learnING and studyING. The progressive family includes the present progressive, is or are studyING, and the past progressive, was or were studyING. When I teach the perfect tense, I tell my class about my husband who, fortuitously, is named Ed. I spin a tale about a perfect person I know who is named ED, and that all in this family also have the same last name. The dad's name is workED, the mom inventED, and the children learnED and studiED. The perfect family includes the present perfect, have or has workED, and the past perfect tense, had workED. Then we go on to discuss "dysfunctional families," the irregular verbs.

32. Basic Grammar And Usage – Students Show Understanding Of Basic Basic grammar and usage – Students show understanding of basic sentence patterns NounPronoun usage Agreement. use objective pronouns correctly me, us, http://d321.k12.id.us/mms/Learning Continuum/Grammar.htm

Basic Grammar and Usage – Students show understanding of basic sentence patterns, phrases and clauses, word forms, verb tenses, subject-verb agreement, and pronoun-antecedent agreement. Skills and Concepts Table of Contents RIT Scores between 161 and 170 Variety of Sentences Format: Short sentences, 4-6 words, using very basic vocabulary Sentence Structure/Type/Kind Format: Statements, questions, and commands Recognize a complete sentence Arrange words in order to form a complete sentences Subject-Verb Agreement/Parts of Speech Recognize the correct use of subjects or verbs in the following cases: Third person singular or plural subject - present participle Second person singular subject - present participle to use as first word in a question Subject-verb agreement in a short simple sentence Subject-Verb Agreement/Parts of Speech/ Noun Forms Recognize the regular plural form of a noun (add s) Recognize simple irregular plural nouns Recognize that a noun is to be used as a direct object Subject-Verb Agreement/Parts of Speech/ Verb Tenses Recognize the correct use of past tense verbs (add –ed) Recognize the correct use of past progressive (was ing) Recognize the correct use of common irregular past tense verbs Subject-Verb Agreement/Parts of Speech/ Irregular Verb Forms Determine the correct common irregular verb form to use in a short, simple sentence

33. Writing correct use of subject vs. object pronouns (eg, I vs. Generally correctgrammar and usage. Agreement of pronoun and its referent (eg, A person needs http://www.k12.wa.us/curriculuminstruct/writing/frameworks/conventions.aspx

34. How To Fix Improper Use Of Pronouns - EHow.com Remember that you should use subjective personal pronouns (I, you, we, he, she, if you are in doubt about correct usage She is stronger than me. http://www.ehow.com/how_117260_fix-improper-pronouns.html

type="text/javascript"> Clear Instructions on How To Do (just about) Everything Web eHow.com Home > Etiquette How to Fix Improper Use of Pronouns Pronouns are useful little words that replace nouns in sentences. Unfortunately, they are misused almost as frequently as they are used. Here's how to employ pronouns correctly. Steps: Remember that you should use subjective personal pronouns (I, you, we, he, she, they) when the pronoun is the subject of the sentence: "I am hungry." Use objective personal pronouns (me, you, us, him, her, them) when the pronoun is the object of the sentence: "Give it to him." Turn a sentence around if you are confused about whether a pronoun is the subject or object: "The best swimmer is him." "Him is the best swimmer." (Wrong) "The best swimmer is he." (Correct) Or fill in the implied words in a sentence if you are in doubt about correct usage: "She is stronger than me." "She is stronger than me am." (Wrong) "She is stronger than I." (Correct) Exercise extra caution when using conjunctions with pronouns. Remove and to verify that you have used a pronoun correctly: "Joe is going skating with Sue and I." "Joe is going skating with I." (Wrong) "Joe is going skating with Sue and me." (Correct) "Dan and me are going to the store." "Me is going to the store." (Wrong) "Dan and I are going to the store." (Correct)

35. Mississippi GLTP Writing Rubric (grammar/usage includes subjectverb agreement, verb tense, pronoun case andreference may contain a few errors in the correct use of mechanics (ie, http://www.mde.k12.ms.us/acad/osa/write47.htm

March 3, 2000 Mississippi Grade Level Testing Program Writing Rubric Grades 4 and 7 Grade 4 Grade 7 Grade 4 SCORE 4 The student’s writing is about the topic (fully develops the writing prompt) includes several details that support the topic is organized (maintains logical sequence) frequently contains interesting words (grade-level vocabulary or above) contains complete sentences follows punctuation, capitalization, spelling (both correct and phonetic), and usage rules (Two types of errors may occur: 1) those that appear as a consequence of risk-taking and 2) those that do not detract from overall quality.) SCORE 3 The student’s writing is about the topic (partially develops the writing prompt) includes some details that support the topic is organized (may not maintain logical sequence throughout) contains some interesting words (grade-level vocabulary) contains complete sentences (may have occasional fragments and/or run-on sentences) follows punctuation, capitalization, spelling (both correct and phonetic), and usage rules (Occasional errors occur that may detract from overall quality.) SCORE 2 The student’s writing is about the topic (minimally develops the writing prompt) includes only a few details that support the topic shows minimal organization contains only a few interesting words (grade-level vocabulary) contains complete sentences (may have numerous fragments and/or run-on sentences) rarely follows correct punctuation, capitalization, spelling, and usage rules

36. English II Informative Scoring Rubric exhibits correct and effective use of the major elements of grammar/usage (ie,subjectverb agreement, verb tense, pronoun case and reference, http://www.mde.k12.ms.us/acad/osa/infoscore.htm

Mississippi Subject Area Testing Program English II Writing Assessment Informative Scoring Rubric Score 0 Score 1 Score 2 Score 3 ... Score 4 Score 4 The student response addresses the specific writing prompt. has minimally three clearly delineated paragraphs, with a clear, beginning, middle, and end. directs itself to the sense of audience and purpose. contains a clearly stated thesis. has a focus that remains apparent. is complete with an obvious logic and strategy. uses paragraphing and purposeful transitions to enhance its development. has a main idea developed thoroughly by relevant supporting details, which are well elaborated and sufficient in number. includes the use of precise and vivid language appropriate to the task. presents ideas that flow smoothly and logically with clarity and coherence. exhibits consistent and appropriate use of first or third person. exhibits correct and effective use of the major elements of grammar/usage (i.e., subject-verb agreement, verb tense, pronoun case and reference, and complete and varied sentences). may exhibit a few errors in the correct use of advanced mechanics (i.e., underlining, quotation marks, commas, semi-colons, apostrophes, capitalization, and spelling), none of which detract from the overall delivery.

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Oral and Written English Language Conventions Draft Standards From The State of California Academic Standards Commission advertisement Credits Source State of California Academic Standards Commission Contents Introduction Table of Contents A Vision For CA's Students Contact Us Forums Education and Kids Related Articles Learning Partners Education: K-12 KidSource Store The American Heritage Children's Dictionary Books to Build on: A Grade-By-Grade Resource Guide for Parents and Teachers (Core Knowledge Series) Advertisement Students use knowledge of standard English conventions in their oral and written work. KINDERGARTEN Sentence Structure: 1.1 recognize and use correct word order in sentences when speaking Spelling: 1.2. use phonetic knowledge and sounds of the alphabet to spell independently Students use knowledge of standard English conventions, including punctuation, capitalization, usage, spelling, and sentence and paragraph structure in their oral and written work. GRADE 1 GRADE 2 GRADE 3 GRADE 4 Sentence Structure: 1.1. write and speak in complete, coherent sentences

38. Northwest Evaluation Association Basic grammar and usage – Students show understanding of basic sentence use objective pronouns correctly in compound direct objects _ and us http://www.mvcsc.k12.in.us/NWEA/Basic Grammar.htm

Return to NWEA Index Basic Grammar and Usage – Students show understanding of basic sentence patterns, phrases and clauses, word forms, verb tenses, subject-verb agreement, and pronoun-antecedent agreement. Skills and Concepts RIT Scores between 161 and 170 Use Basic Sentence Patterns Format: Short sentences, 4-6 words, using very basic vocabulary Format: Statements, questions, and commands Recognize a complete sentence Arrange words in order to form a complete sentences Use Noun Forms Recognize the regular plural form of a noun (add s) Recognize simple irregular plural nouns Recognize that a noun is to be used as a direct object Use/Distinguish Verb Tenses Recognize the correct use of past tense verbs (add –ed) Recognize the correct use of past progressive (was ing) Recognize the correct use of common irregular past tense verbs Use Irregular Verb Forms Determine the correct common irregular verb form to use in a short, simple sentence Use Subject-Verb Agreement Recognize the correct use of subjects or verbs in the following cases: Third person singular or plural subject - present participle Second person singular subject - present participle to use as first word in a question Subject-verb agreement in a short simple sentence Use Adjective Forms Recognize the correct use of comparative adjectives -er and -est Use Pronoun Forms Use objective pronouns correctly: me, us, them

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SEARCH GUIDE NEWS AUSTRALIAN TV GUIDE DVD RENTALS ... Style Guides : Grammar Resources For Writers Check out section for an absolutely huge library of resources for the budding or established writer. Humor Quizzes and Handouts ACE Copyediting A free monthly self-help writing guide for students of the English language who want to communicate more effectively. Guide covers grammar, punctuation, spelling, cliches, and jargon. All You Need to Know About Commas This site will give you information, definition, and rules about commas. Also has links to other sites for further information. Allexperts Grammar Help Volunteer experts answer your detailed one-on-one questions about grammar and usage for free. Get quick answers to your questions. Apostrophe Protection Society Illustrates the correct use of the apostrophe in spelling the plural and possessive. Gives examples of misuse and the rules and examples for correct use. Basic Cozy Grammar Course A light hearted approach to learning basic English grammar. Featuring 27 lessons contained on two videos with companion workbook/study guide. Chicago Manual of Style FAQ FAQ site designed to help CMS users eliminate ambiguities or misunderstandings found in the book itself.

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