Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter Review

Correcting Sentence Fragments, Run-on Sentences, and Eliminating Extra Words

Multiple Choice

I went to fantastic symphony last month, now I want to learn how to play the trumpet.

No error

• fantastic

• month, now

• to learn

• the trumpet

• No error

Multiple Choice

I met my friends on the day of June 29.

No error

• met

• friends

• the day of

• June 29

• No Error

Multiple Choice

My mom has been playing the trumpet since she was my age. She's terrific.

No Error

• My mom

• been playing

• was

• She's Terrific

• No Error

Multiple Choice

I will keep practicing one day I will play as well as my mom does. No Error

• will

• practicing one

• well

• teacher does

• No Error

Choosing the Precise Words

Multiple Choice

I enjoy (painting, making) all kinds of landscapes.

• painting

• making

Multiple Choice

I prefer pastel paints to (other, red) tones.

• other

• red

Multiple Choice

The art contest is (next week, soon).

• next week

• soon

Writing Sensory Details

Open Ended

You will write a sentence that includes a sensory detail that appeals to each sense.

Revising a Friendly Letter

• Rewrite it, correct any fragments or run-ons.

• Eliminate wordy sentences.

• Add any parts of the letter that are missing or incorrect.

• Write revised letter on separate paper

• Answer What features of a good friendly letter does this draft have? What is one suggestion you would give to the writer about how to improve the letter?