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EWRT 200 March 5
Sentence Types Editing: combined
essay Introduce Reflection
essay In-class writing
AGENDA
1. Simple2. Compound3. Complex4. Compound-
complex
Types of Sentences
A simple sentence has one subject and one verb
I like to study grammar. A simple sentence is also called an
independent clause. An independent clause ends with a
period or semicolon.
#1: Simple Sentence
Examples:
The Book of Unknown Americans tells the story of the love between a Panamanian boy and a Mexican girl
You and Alex need to be quiet.
Ms. Bennett did a cartwheel and a backflip.
Simple Sentences: Find one in your essay!
Can have a compound subject
Can have a compound predicate
A compound sentence is made up of two or more simple sentences joined by one of the following:
A comma and a coordinating conjunction I like to study grammar, and I love this
class. A semicolon
I like to study grammar; I love this class. A semicolon and an adverbial conjunction
I like to study grammar; therefore, I love this class.#2: Compound
Sentence
Coordinating Conjunctions are used to join together two independent clauses.
Examples: For And Nor But Or Yet So
Coordinating Conjunctions
Two independent clauses joined together with a comma and a coordinating conjunction.
I love you, and you love me.
Independent clause
Independent clause
“If the relation between the ideas expressed in the main clauses is very close and obvious without a conjunction, you can separate the clauses with a semicolon” (Little, Brown Handbook, 9th Edition, p. 361).
Semicolons
COMPOUND SENTENCE:Semicolon Method
Kelsey has benefited from her writing exercises; she has good grammar and
punctuation.
Tiffany works in San Francisco; she runs The Duck.
Elaine pays attention in class; she takes copious notes
COMPOUND SENTENCE:adverbial conjunctions
MOREOVER
HOWEVER
NEVERTHELESS
OTHERWISE
THEREFORE
COMPOUND SENTENCE:CONJUNCTIVE ADVERBS
Thomas is cool; moreover, he is fashionable
.
Luke’s grandmother buys him sweaters; however, he does not wear them.
Clause 1 Clause 2
Independent Independent
Two independent clauses joined together with a comma and a coordinating conjunction (For, and, nor, but, or, yet, so)
Their daughter Maribel suffers a near-fatal accident, so the Riveras leave México and come to America.
Two independent clauses joined together with a semi-colon.
Mayor Toro also lives in the Redwood Apartments; he is a high school sophomore whose family arrived from Panamà fifteen years ago.
Two independent clauses joined together with a semicolon and an adverbial conjunction, followed by a comma (moreover, however, nevertheless, otherwise, therefore).
Mayor and Maribel grow closer; however, violence casts a shadow over their futures in America.
A complex sentence is a simple sentence (independent clause) to which a part of a sentence (dependent clause) has been added. Because I like to study grammar, I
love this class. I love this class because I like to
study grammar.
#3: Complex Sentence
A dependent clause joined to an independent clause. (The dependent clause needs the
rest of the sentence for support.)
Because you love me, I love you.
Dependent clause
Independent clause
A dependent clause contains a subject and verb. It begins with a subordinating conjunction; thus, it does not express a completed thought. A dependent clause is also called a subordinate clause.
Dependent clauses, like babies, cannot stand alone.
Because you love me.
Fragment!
Common Subordinating (Dependent) Conjunctions
after even if now that that where
although
even though
once though
whereas
as if rather than
unless wherever
as if whenever
since until whether
because
in orderthat
so that when which
before than in case
while
After settling at the Redwood Apartments, they discover that Maribel's recovery will not be easy.
Even though they try to fit in, every task seems to confront them with language, racial, and cultural obstacles.
Complex Sentences
A compound/complex sentence is the last and most complicated type of sentence.
It contains at least one dependent clause and at least two independent clauses.
#4: Compound/Complex Sentence
A dependent clause added to two or more independent clauses
Because we are a family, I love you, and you love me.
2 independent clauses
Dependent clause
Although Arturo and Alma keep a close eye on Maribel, her budding romance with Mayor grows, and their love gives them both a new strength.
Compound Complex Sentences
Simple Compound
Complex Compound/complex
Every sentence in English fits into one of these four categories:
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MLA FORMATTING
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{A portfolio requirement
The Reflection Essay
Write a letter containing at least three paragraphs (350-600 words), which both reflects on your development this quarter and explains why you are ready for the next level. The reflective response goes in the front of your portfolio—as an introduction to your work for the teachers evaluating the portfolio.
Assignment Directions:
In groups of three or four, think of all of the different writing strategies you have learned this quarter.
Make a list so you can score points when we come back together for this discussionBrainstorming: five
minutes
Organization is the internal structure of the writing that frames the ideas in a logical pattern.
Voice is the tone of the piece -- this is the personal stamp that a writer brings while keeping in mind his or her purpose and audience.
Word choice are the words chosen to convey meaning -- it's important to use the right word in the right place.
Sentence Fluency is an auditory trait. It focuses on how words and phrases sound and flow throughout the text.
Conventions is the mechanical correctness of the piece, including grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
Presentation is how the writing looks on the page. Make the overall appearance pleasing to the eye. Follow MLA format
Ideas are the heart of the message that makes up the meaning of the piece.
Present: Describe your individual strengths and current process as a writer.
Brainstorming
Paragraph #2: Practice
Revise and edit your combined essay: #4
Write paragraph two of your reflection essay: “My Current Process”
Bring your reflection essay draft to class with you.
HOMEWORK