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What do you add to a singular noun to show possession?
apostrophe-s — Add ’s to make a singular noun possessive.
Which word shows possession of “it” without an apostrophe?
its — “Its” means belonging to it; “it’s” means “it is.”
Which punctuation joins two closely related independent clauses?
semicolon — Links two complete thoughts without a conjunction.
Where should you place the comma in a list of three or more items?
before the last item (serial comma) — Use it before “and” for clarity.
What must match the subject in number and person?
verb — Ensure subject-verb agreement.
Which word must agree with its antecedent in number and gender?
pronoun — Pronouns match the noun they replace.
Where do you put a comma when two independent clauses are joined by “and,” “but,” or “or”? —
before the conjunction — A comma separates the full clauses.
What error occurs when a participle does not describe the subject?
dangling participle — The modifier must clearly refer to the subject.
Which voice shows the subject performing the action?
active voice — Stronger and clearer than passive.
Where should modifiers be placed to avoid confusion?
next to the word they modify — Keeps meaning clear.
What sentence gives the main idea of a paragraph?
topic sentence — States the central point.
Which form expresses ideas directly instead of using negatives?
positive form — Say “He was late,” not “He was not on time.”
What quality makes writing brief and strong?
conciseness — Remove needless words.
What must every sentence in a paragraph support?
unity — All details relate to one idea.
Which words help ideas flow between sentences?
transitions
Where should you place the most important word in a sentence?
at the end — Gives strong emphasis.
