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Gerunds and infinitives are verb forms that can function as nouns. Here are some common mistakes: Using the Wrong Form Using Gerunds or Infinitives with Specific Verbs Practice Exercises: Answers: Gerund and Infinitive Practice...
Correlative conjunctions are pairs of words used to connect equal elements within a sentence. Here are some common mistakes: Using the Wrong Correlative Conjunction Using Correlative Conjunctions Incorrectly with Nouns or Verbs Practice Exercises:...
Subordinating conjunctions introduce dependent clauses, which cannot stand alone as complete sentences. Here are some common mistakes: Using the Wrong Subordinating Conjunction Placing the Subordinating Clause in the Wrong Position Using Run-on Sentences Practice...
Phrasal verbs are combinations of verbs and prepositions that create new meanings. Using the wrong preposition can significantly change the meaning of a phrasal verb. Here are some common mistakes: Using the Wrong Preposition...
Prepositions should be placed in the correct position within a sentence to ensure clarity and meaning. Here are some common mistakes: Placing Prepositions at the End of a Sentence Using Prepositions Redundantly Using Prepositions...
Prepositions are words that show relationships between nouns or pronouns and other words in a sentence. Choosing the correct preposition can be challenging, especially for non-native English speakers. Here are some common mistakes: Using...
Adverbial clauses are dependent clauses that modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs. They provide additional information about when, where, why, how, or to what extent an action is happening. Here are some common mistakes:...
Adverbs are used to modify adjectives, verbs, and other adverbs. However, they must agree in degree with the adjective they modify. Here are some common mistakes: Using the Wrong Degree of Adverb Practice Exercises:...
Adverbs can modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs. However, their placement in a sentence can significantly affect the meaning. Here are some common mistakes: Placing Adverbs Between the Verb and Object Placing Adverbs Before...
Adjective-noun agreement means that the adjective should agree in number (singular or plural) with the noun it modifies. Here are some common mistakes: Mismatched Number Practice Exercises: Answers: Adjective-Noun Agreement Practice Identify the correct...