Sentence Openers

What is the 1st way we can begin a sentence?

• subject or noun

• -ing word

• -ed word

• -ly word

What is the 2nd way we can begin a sentence?

• question

• where or when

• -ing word

• -ed word

What is the 4th way we can begin a sentence?

• subject or noun

• where or when

• -ing word

• -ed word

What is the 5th way we can begin a sentence?

• where or when

• -ing word

• -ly word

• -ed word

What is a good sentence opener to express a personal observation?

• It seems like...

• One thing I've noticed is...

• I've been thinking about...

• To be honest

Which of these is the best word or phrase to start a closing sentence?

• First

• In conclusion

• In addition

• Next

What is a good sentence opener to express a general observation?

• It seems like...

• One thing I've noticed is...

• Generally speaking...

• To be honest

What is the 6th way we can begin a sentence?

• question

• -ed word

• -ly word

• -ing word

Which opener is used in this sentence:

Kayla and I looked over at my grandpa.

• subject or noun

• where or when

• question

Which opener is used in this sentence:

Looking at the clock, she realized she would be late for school.

• question

• -ing word

• -ed word