Week 2: Grammar Keepers & Editing Sentences

Front

What is the difference between 'then' and 'than'?

Back

'Then' is used to indicate time, while 'than' is used for comparisons.

Front

When should you use 'I' instead of 'me'?

Back

Use 'I' when it is the subject of the sentence, and 'me' when it is the object.

Front

What does 'already' mean?

Back

'Already' indicates that something has happened before the present time.

Front

What does 'it's' stand for?

Back

'It's' is a contraction for 'it is' or 'it has'.

Front

What is the purpose of a comma in a sentence?

Back

A comma is used to indicate a pause or to separate elements in a list.

Front

What is the correct way to write 'every day' vs 'everyday'?

Back

'Every day' means each day, while 'everyday' is an adjective meaning common or ordinary.

Front

What is a compound subject?

Back

A compound subject consists of two or more subjects joined by a conjunction.

Front

What is the function of an apostrophe in contractions?

Back

An apostrophe shows where letters have been omitted in a contraction.

Front

What is the difference between 'your' and 'you're'?

Back

'Your' is possessive, while 'you're' is a contraction for 'you are'.

Front

What is a run-on sentence?

Back

A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without proper punctuation.