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Compound Prepositions Compound prepositions are prepositions made up of two or more words that function as single unit. When you see the word “compound” in English grammar, always remember that you’re dealing with two or more elements.  Be careful about confusing compound prepositions with prepositional phrases. Common examples of compound prepositions include:  – “because of”  […]

Subordinating Conjunctions Subordinating conjunctions join two or more ideas together to form complex sentences. They link a dependent clause, or also known as a subordinate clause, and an independent clause together.  A dependent clause is not able to stand on its own, but the independent clause is a complete sentence by itself.  Subordinating conjunctions can

Correlative Conjunctions Parallel structure: Make sure that the elements joined by correlative conjunctions are in the same grammatical categories. For example, join nouns with nouns and verbs with verbs. Verb Agreement: When using the correlative conjunctions “either/or” or “neither/nor”, make sure the verb agrees with the subject closest to it. When using correlative conjunctions like

Coordinating Conjunctions Coordinating conjunctions connect two independent clauses together. Think of them as bridges that join two or more ideas.            1. For: Do not confuse the conjunction with the preposition “for”. The conjunction “for” is synonymous with “because”.            2. And: “And” is a commonly used

Superlative Adverbs Superlative adverbs are adverbs used to compare the way three or more actions are performed.  Their rules are similar to superlative adverbs. When the base adverb is short, add “~est” to the adverb.  When the adverb is longer (usually more than two syllables), use “most/least” before the adverb.  Remember NOT to use “most/least”

Conjunctive Adverbs Conjunctive adverbs can be considered as a type of transition.  They connect two clauses or sentences, and show the relationship between the ideas.  For example, some relationships include cause and effect, sequence, contrast, emphasis, and example.  What are some common mistakes with conjunctive adverbs?  1. Using too many conjunctive adverbs can be overkill.

Comparative Adverbs Comparative adverbs are adverbs used to compare the way TWO actions are performed.  Their rules are similar to comparative adjectives. When the base adverb is short, add “~er” to the adverb. When the adverb is longer (usually more than two syllables), use “more/less” before the adverb.  Remember to use the word “than” after

Adverbial Phrase Adverbial phrase is a group of words that acts as an adverb. They tell us more about the verb in the sentence regarding how, when, where, or why that verb happens.  To locate the adverbial phrase, find the verb first. Then, ask yourself: how, when, where, or why?  Next, look for prepositions as

Adverbs Adverbs are best known to modify a verb. However, they can modify other parts of speech like an adjective, or even another adverb. They provide engaging information about how, when, where, and to what extent something is done. Adverbs detail tone and emotion while allowing you to convey subtle nuances.  For example, you can clearly see

Superlative Adjectives Superlative adjectives show the highest or lowest degree of a particular quality in a group (three or more nouns).  Be careful about using double superlatives. Do NOT combine “most/least” with an ~est form.  Incorrect: I am the most smartest person in my family. Correct: I am the smartest in my family.  Typically, the