Some verbs, adjectives and nouns are followed by particular prepositions. Here are some of the most common combinations. Note that alternatives are sometimes possible, and… Continue reading
Words with appropriate prepositions
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Sentence synthesis exercise
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Ways of combining two or more simple sentences into one simple sentence By using a preposition + noun / gerund Study the following sentences. She… Continue reading
Ways of combining two or more simple sentences into one simple sentence
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By using the absolute construction This method is used when the sentences have different subjects. The chief guest took his seat on the dais. The… Continue reading
More about object complements
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Some transitive verbs can be followed by an object together with an object complement (an expression that gives more information about the object). The object… Continue reading
Sentence correction
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Incorrect: Neither Peter nor John were present. Correct: Neither Peter nor John was present. Two singular nouns connected by or or nor should be followed… Continue reading