- Make every word count.
- Keep statements turned toward the positive side.
- Cut up three-line sentences.
- Start sentences with intention.
- End with strong words.
- Avoid using pronouns to begin or end sentences.
- Avoid using it or this anytime
- Avoid repeating words - oops.
- Use a comma before the word "and."
- Don't apply quotations marks outside of dialogue - oops, again.
- Action verbs intensify sentences.
- Eliminate passive, helping verb usage with -ing words following.
. . . I still have a lot to learn!
What suggestions can you add to the list? What grammatical tidbit wormed it's way into your noggin lately?
You've got great pointers here. As far as adding one...um...oh, how about limiting adverbs?
ReplyDeleteOoo! Yes! Good one!
ReplyDeleteSuggestions to add? Nope. Lots for me to learn? Yep.
ReplyDelete:) See you in class tomorrow!
ReplyDeleteI had a teacher once who never let me use the word "there" in an essay so I suppose that would be my suggestion :P
ReplyDeleteI was always confused about whether or not I should put a comma in front of "and" These are good tips. :)
ReplyDelete"There" is a new one for me, Ben. The comma thing is actually a fairly new rule, Erin. I was brought up that you use the comma instead of and, but that has now changed.
ReplyDeleteI am Writing this down right now. There's nothing much to add on the checklist this is as you said gold.
ReplyDeleteDaniel
Good job, Daniel! See you tomorrow and no snoring in class!
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