grammarian

‘ing’ forms used like nouns

November 14, 2011 -

Some nouns and adjectives can be followed by –ing forms. We usually use a preposition to connect the noun or adjective to the –ing form.… Continue reading

Sentence synthesis exercise

November 12, 2011 -

We can combine two or more simple sentences into one large sentence – simple, compound or complex. This process is called synthesis. Complete the following… Continue reading

Sentence conversion exercise

November 11, 2011 -

A simple sentence has only one main clause. It does not have any subordinate clauses. A complex sentence has one main clause and one or… Continue reading

Proper placement of clauses and phrases

November 10, 2011 -

Phrases and clauses should be placed in such a way that they relate clearly to the words they modify. Move a phrase or clause in… Continue reading

Sentence transformation exercise

November 7, 2011 -

Convert the following sentences into their exclamatory form. Answers 1. a) How kind of you to visit us! 2. a) How thoughtless of him to… Continue reading