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1) Grammar Practice – Subordinate conjunctions and clauses.
Write a (+) sign next to each sentence that correctly uses and punctuates a subordinate clause.
___ I am finished with my dinner, although I am still hungry.
___ I am finished with my dinner although I am still hungry.
___ Although I am still hungry I am finished with my dinner.
___ Although I am still hungry, I am finished with my dinner.
___ Although, I am still hungry I am finished with my dinner.
___ Because, you asked me for the candy I gave it to you.
___ Because you asked me for the candy I gave it to you.
___ I gave the candy to you because you asked me for it.
___ I gave the candy to you, because you asked me for it.
___ Because you asked me for the candy, I gave it to you.
___ If you finish all your work, you can play video games.
___ You can play video games, if you finish all your work.
___ If you finish all your work you can play video games.
___ You can play video games if you finish all your work.
___ You, can play video games, if you, finish all your work.
Subordinating Conjunctions with Subordinate Clauses (page184)
Conjunctions that introduce a phrase that cannot stand alone (dependent clause)
(AAAWWUBBIS - after, although, as, when, while, until, because, before, if, since)
RULE: When a subordinate clause begins a sentence, it is followed by a comma.
Although Mr. Fisher seemed like a concerned father, he was inattentive to Paul.
After she talked to the principal, Mrs. Fisher worried about the lack of a disaster plan.
Because Paul is serious about soccer, the Seagulls accept him as a teammate.
When anyone touches Paul’s glasses or eyes, he goes berserk.
RULE: When a subordinate clause ends a sentence, it does NOT need a comma.
Mr. Fisher was inattentive to Paul although he seemed like a concerned father.
Mrs. Fisher worried about the lack of a disaster plan after she talked to the principal.
The Seagulls accept Paul has a teammate because he is serious about soccer.
Paul goes berserk when anyone touches his glasses or eyes.
(2) Grammar Practice
Write a (+) sign next to each sentence that correctly uses and punctuates a subordinate clause.
If it is incorrect, fix the sentence.
___Once you have finished all of your work you may go outside.
___ I fixed the computer so that you can complete your homework.
___Whenever we have a sunny day, I wish I could be outside.
Write a (+) sign next to each sentence that correctly uses and punctuates an appositive.
If it is incorrect, fix the sentence.
___ My best friend Callie took me along to Dorney Park.
___ Oliver my dog, loves riding in the car.
___ All of my students, even Alex, love to read!!
Write a (+) sign next to each sentence that correctly uses and punctuates coordinating conjunctions.
If it is incorrect, fix the sentence.
___ Everyone read the directions yet everyone managed to make the same mistake.
___ Susie, and Sally, both joined the track team.
___ You must complete the chart for chunk 6 and you need to read for understanding.
(2A) Grammar Practice
Write a (+) next to each sentence that correctly uses and punctuates a transition. Fix any that are incorrect.
______ I have a pet cat at home; however, it really belongs to my daughter.
______ I didn’t want the cat nevertheless she talked me into it.
______ Additionally my son would like a bird.
______ Moreover, he feels it is only fair that he gets a pet since his sister has one.
______ Both children do not NEED a pet in addition it’s my house – not there’s.
______ Therefore I am not listening to their complaints.
Write a (+) next to each sentence that correctly uses and punctuates a subordinate clause. Fix any that are
incorrect.
______ When Callie called Lisa, she told her about what happened in math class.
______ Before Lisa could even ask a question Callie hung up the phone.
______ Lisa wondered if Callie’s mom had walked in, because her mom hated
gossip.
______ Lisa would be patient and wait to hear more, although she was very curious.
If the sentence uses a coordinating conjunction, write “Coo” in the blank. If the sentence uses an appositive,
write an “A” in the blank.
______ Randy walked home school but did not want to.
______Charlie, his brother, loved walking home.
______ Randy preferred riding his bike, yet he had decided not to ride it to school.
______ Riding a bike or walking are both decent choices.
______ Riding a bus, filled with loud students, did not appeal to Randy or Charlie.
TRANSITIONS
words or phrases that connect (or show relationships between) ideas, details, or events
When transitions come at the beginning of a sentence, follow it with a comma.
Additionally, I wish you were joining us.
On the other hand, perhaps it will be easier without you.
When you use transitions to connect two complete thoughts (independent clauses), precede the transition with a
semicolon and follow it with a comma. When used in this way they are called conjunctive adverbs
I wish you were joining us; on the other hand, it will be easier without you.
I absolutely love blueberry pie; however, I hate cherry pie.
Transition words to use when comparing: also, alike, both , in the same way, likewise, similarly
Transition words to use when contrasting: but, different, however, in contrast, instead, on the other hand,
unlike, yet
Transition words to introduce a new fact or argument: additionally, in addition, moreover
Transition words to introduce a final point: finally, in conclusion, therefore, consequently
Transition words to introduce a counter-argument: nevertheless, regardless (means “in spite of that”)
(3) Grammar Practice - Identify what is being used in each sentence. Use the abbreviations listed below:
A – Appositives
T – transitions
SB – Subordinate conjunctions in a subordinate clauses
Coo – Coordinating Conjunctions Cor – Correlative Conjunctions
1 ____Until you finish your vegetables, don’t ask me for desert.
2 ____Paul watched his brother play football since there was nothing else to do.
3 ____Phillip and Herman watched the goalie block the ball.
4 ____Just as Mary looked forward to some time off so too did Jerry.
5 ____You can use a pencil or a pen to write the paper.
6 ____Nevertheless, the students have to study for the exam.
7 ____Josie read the entire book without filling out her charts; consequently, she needs to go back and reread.
8 ____My daughter, Christal, has a cat named Luna.
9 ____Gym class is required whether or not you like it.
10____Both Alice and Anne have asked for extra help.
Select the BEST topic sentence.
___Math and Reading are areas of learning that are used throughout a lifetime.
____They are important and you need them all your life in order to keep learning.
____Math and Reading help you understand information that is presented on the internet.
____Math and Reading are areas of learning that you will use your entire life.
(4) Grammar Practice - Identify what is being used in each sentence. Use the abbreviations listed below:
A – Appositives
T – transitions
SB – Subordinate conjunctions in a subordinate clauses
Coo – Coordinating Conjunctions Cor – Correlative Conjunctions
1._____Not only is reading fun, but it also increases your knowledge!
2._____I greatly admire Scott, for he is my brother.
3._____Furthermore, Scott has always watched out for me.
4._____The Quonset hut, a giant cylinder that seemed to be cut in half and stuck into the ground, housed the
young trees.
5._____Paul joined the Soccer Team when he arrived at Tangerine Middle School.
6._____Luis forgot his money; therefore, he was not able to buy lunch.
Select the BEST thesis statement.
_____I think muck fires are a serious health hazard for people and animals.
_____You need to realize that muck fires pose a serious health hazard to people and animals.
_____Muck fires are a serious health hazard for people and animals.
_____I will demonstrate how muck fires pose a serious health hazard to people and animals.
(5) Grammar Practice - Identify what is being used in each sentence. Use the abbreviations listed below:
A – Appositives
T – transitions
SB – Subordinate conjunctions in a subordinate clauses
Coo – Coordinating Conjunctions Cor – Correlative Conjunctions
1._____The zombie, a symbol for secrets and deception, continues to follow Paul.
2._____However, Paul is only partially aware of the zombie.
3._____Paul can either ask his parents about his eyesight or continue to experience his flashbacks.
4._____When Paul experiences a flashback, it usually involves Erik.
5._____Erik insists Paul damaged his eyes by staring at the sun, yet Paul does not remember doing this.
6._____Paul continues befriending the Tangerine kids while Joey rejects them.
Select the BEST supporting detail for this topic sentence:
Vandalism is a serious crime with serious consequences.
_____Committing an act of vandalism may result in a fine of up to $500.
_____Vandalism is really bad and damages property.
_____People who commit vandalism are making a choice that could land them in jail.
_____Vandalism needs to be stopped before it starts.
(6) Grammar Practice - Identify what is being used in each sentence. Use the abbreviations listed below:
A – Appositives
T – transitions
SB – Subordinate conjunctions in a subordinate clauses
Coo – Coordinating Conjunctions Cor – Correlative Conjunctions
1_____Because Paul cannot see properly, he needs to wear special goggles to play soccer.
2_____Both Arthur and Erik are bullies.
3_____Arthur, Erik’s side-kick, does whatever Erik tells him to do.
4_____Paul feels like he belongs at Tangerine; unlike Joey, who decided to leave.
5_____Paul’s soccer team does not win every game although they to defeat each opponent.
6_____Whether Paul makes the goal or Victor isn’t really what’s important.
Select the BEST topic sentence.
_____It does not matter to me that Paul struggles with his eyesight.
_____I think Paul has a hard time because of his eyesight.
_____You need to accept Paul for who he is regardless of his eyesight.
_____Paul encounters many difficulties due to his eyesight.
(7) Grammar Practice - Identify what is being used in each sentence. Use the abbreviations listed below:
A – Appositives
T – transitions
SB – Subordinate conjunctions in a subordinate clauses
Coo – Coordinating Conjunctions Cor – Correlative Conjunctions
1_____Mom does not seem to understand Paul, and Dad doesn’t seem to care.
2_____Paul and Joey are no longer friends.
3_____So that there is no misunderstanding, I created a paper listing all the due dates.
4_____Consequently, I expect all of your work to be completed on time.
5_____Follow along in your book, Tangerine, as I read aloud.
6_____Not only did you spill your soup, but you also dumped your plate on the floor.
Select the BEST thesis statement.
_____We believe learning about conjunctions and transitions is really difficult.
_____You need to learn about conjunctions and transitions so you can have sentence variety.
_____Learning about conjunctions and transitions is difficult, but it provides sentence variety.
_____You need to learn about conjunctions and transitions, which is difficult, but it gives you sentence variety.
(8) Grammar Practice - Identify what is being used in each sentence – underline appositives and
subordinate clauses, shade over lightly in pencil any conjunctions and transitions. The sentence may or
may not need some editing. If necessary, put the correct punctuation in the sentence without
rewording anything.
A – Appositives T – transitions
SB – Subordinate conjunctions in a subordinate clauses
Coo – Coordinating Conjunctions
Cor – Correlative Conjunctions
____When she slammed the door the picture frame fell off the wall.
____She turned back to look at the damage however she kept right on going.
____The Tangerine soccer players accept Paul because he is a talented player.
____Not only is the weather getting warmer but the days are also getting longer.
Select the BEST supporting detail for this topic sentence:
There are many steps involved when building a tree house.
_____It can be a lot of fun.
_____Gathering the appropriate supplies is the first step.
_____A hammer, a saw, some nails, a ladder, and some planks of wood are some things needed to begin.
_____Gathering the supplies I need is important: a hammer, saw, nails, ladder, and wooden planks.