Answers - (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.

Answers – (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. (no commas needed)

___ 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. (get rid of comma)
______ 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.
_Coo__ Randy walked home school but did not want to.
__A___Charlie, his brother, loved walking home.
_Coo__ Randy preferred riding his bike, yet he had decided not to ride it to school.
_Coo__ Riding a bike or walking are both decent choices.
___A__ Riding a bus, filled with loud students, did not appeal to Randy or Charlie.
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(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 _SB_Until you finish your vegetables, don’t ask me for desert.
2 _SB_Paul watched his brother play football since there was nothing else to do.
3 _Coo Phillip and Herman watched the goalie block the ball.
4 _Cor_Just as Mary looked forward to some time off so too did Jerry.
5 _Coo You can use a pencil or a pen to write the paper
6 _T___Nevertheless, the students have to study for the exam.
7 __T__Josie read the entire book without filling out her charts; consequently, she needs to go back and reread.
8 __A__My daughter, Christal, has a cat named Luna.
9 _Cor_ Gym class is required whether or not you like it.
10_Cor_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.
The topics being discussed are named, and a statement is made about the topics without giving any specific
details. It is also written in 3rd person.
____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.

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(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._Cor_Not only is reading fun, but it also increases your knowledge!
2._Coo_I greatly admire Scott, for he is my brother.
3.__T___Furthermore, Scott has always watched out for me.
4.__A__The Quonset hut, a giant cylinder that seemed to be cut in half and stuck into the ground, housed the
young trees.
5._SB__Paul joined the Soccer Team when he arrived at Tangerine Middle School.
6.__T__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.__A__The zombie, a symbol for secrets and deception, continues to follow Paul.
2.__T__However, Paul is only partially aware of the zombie.
3._Cor_Paul can either ask his parents about his eyesight or continue to experience his flashbacks.
4.__SB_When Paul experiences a flashback, it usually involves Erik.
5._Coo_Erik insists Paul damaged his eyes by staring at the sun, yet Paul does not remember doing this.
6.__SB_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_SB__Because Paul cannot see properly, he needs to wear special goggles to play soccer.
2_Cor_Both Arthur and Erik are bullies.
3__A__Arthur, Erik’s side-kick, does whatever Erik tells him to do.
4__T__Paul feels like he belongs at Tangerine; unlike Joey, who decided to leave.
5__SB_Paul’s soccer team does not win every game although they to defeat each opponent.
6__Cor_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_Coo_Mom does not seem to understand Paul, and Dad doesn’t seem to care.
2_Coo_Paul and Joey are no longer friends.
3_SB__So that there is no misunderstanding, I created a paper listing all the due dates.
4__T__Consequently, I expect all of your work to be completed on time.
5__A__Follow along in your book, Tangerine, as I read aloud.
6_Cor_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

_SB_When she slammed the door, the picture frame fell off the wall.

__T_She turned back to look at the damage; however, she kept right on going.
_SB_The Tangerine soccer players accept Paul because he is a talented player.
Cor_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.
(9) Grammar Practice - Identify what is being used in each sentence – underline appositives, subordinate
clauses, 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

Cor Either the grass can be cut today, or it can be cut tomorrow.
_SB_If you do the work today, you will have a day with no chores tomorrow.
__A_ Charlie, your brother, will do different chores.
Coo_Charlie can help with the weeds, and Fred can deal with washing the car.
Given the topic – families working together - select the BEST thesis statement.
_____You need to help out in your family.
____I think it’s important that families work together to take care of their homes.
____Working together is important.

__+_Families are most effective when working together.

(10) Grammar Practice - Identify what is being used in each sentence – underline appositives, subordinate clauses,
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

_SB_Speaking and writing well is important because it reflects your abilities.

_SB_If you write well, you may be able to write an essay to get a scholarship.

Coo_ Writing is important, yet speaking can be just as important.

_A__A good speaker, one who knows the difference between the use of the words good and

well, is the one an employer wants representing their company.

Given the topic – Paul’s mom made bad choices for him - select the BEST thesis statement.
_____Mom’s choices changed Paul’s life.
_____You need to focus on Mom’s choices to understand why Paul acts the way he does.
_____Mom made choices that I think were bad for Paul.
__+__Mom’s choices had a negative impact on Paul.
(11) 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

_SB_If a healthy lifestyle is the ultimate goal, then eating a balanced diet is important.
Cor_A proper diet includes both fruits and vegetables.

_T__In addition, exercising several times a week is important.

_A__Remember diet, food choices, not calorie counting, along with exercise leads to a healthy
life.
After reading the sentences above, which of the sentences below would make the BEST topic sentence?
_____A healthy lifestyle includes a variety of things such as choosing the right foods.
_____A healthy lifestyle includes regular exercise.

__+__Living a healthy lifestyle includes a combination of proper food choices and regular exercise.
_____Living a healthy lifestyle means making proper food choices.