D So Judy can help D Since Mary needs some help I Bake the cake in the oven D While Jerry looks over the song

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1 Answers 1) Label each item below with an (I) for independent clause or (D) for dependent clause. Draw a line between the subject and predicate. Circle any prepositions!!! D When Larry sits beside his brother I Allison leaned against the park bench I Do not step beyond the yellow line D if the thief is among us D Even though Sally is quiet Answers 2. Label each item below with an (I) for independent clause or (D) for dependent clause. Draw a line between the subject and predicate. Circle any prepositions!!! I She feels bad about the situation D Because the car will not start I Judy climbed over the fence I They went to the store D As Kelsey jumped into the car 3. Label each item below with an (I) for independent clause or (D) for dependent clause. Draw a line between the subject and predicate. Circle any prepositions!!! D So Judy can help D Since Mary needs some help I Bake the cake in the oven D While Jerry looks over the song

2 Identify: Subject & Predicate, Independent / Dependent Clauses & Prepositions & Infinitives Answers 4. The word to, can be a preposition which shows the relationship between words, or to can be next to an action verb, making it an infinitive. Examples: Jane walked to the store. preposition To walk was part of the fun. infinitive Jane wanted to walk to the store. infinitive followed by preposition The sentences below use the word to. Label them (P) preposition or (I) infinitive. P Kelly ran to her mother. I Kelly always wanted to sing. I Jane had to clean her room. P Alice was called to the dinner table. I Watching TV to learn is fun. I To win was Lee s goal. 5. Label each item below with an (I) for independent clause or (D) for dependent clause. Draw a line between the subject and predicate. Circle any prepositions!!! Underline any infinitives!!!! I_Jogging down the street is fun for Kathy _I Anne wanted to climb the rock wall _D Unless she finishes her dinner _D While Gary walks to school 6. Label each item below with an (I) for independent clause or (D) for dependent clause. Draw a line between the subject and predicate. Circle any prepositions!!! Underline any infinitives!!!! D_Even though Karl saw through the window I_Cleverly, Karl ran down the street for help D_Unless Karl gets help with his homework I_Karl watched with eagerness for his friend to appear.

3 7. Label each item below with an (I) for independent clause or (D) for dependent clause. Draw a line between the subject and predicate. Circle any prepositions!!! Underline any infinitives!!!! D_Once they finish the work on the road I_Climbing over the hill is the long way to the road I_The cat was found behind the washing machine D_If the cat had taken the ball from the basket SIMPLE, COMPOUND, & COMPLEX SENTENCES #1 Write the two simple sentences as a compound sentence. Sharon was walking in the park. Sharon found a cat. Sharon was walking in the park, and she found a cat. Write the compound sentence you just created as a complex sentence. While Sharron was walking in the park, she found a cat. Sharon found a cat while walking in the park. Revise this sentence so it reflects formal, precise language. I think guys react positively to photos with dark backgrounds and bright cars. Men have a positive reaction to advertisements that consist of photographs with dark backgrounds and bright cars.

4 #2 Write the two simple sentences as a compound sentence. Harry wanted a computer. He saved his money from mowing lawns. Harry wanted a computer, so he saved his money from mowing lawns. Write the compound sentence you just created as a complex sentence. Because Harry wanted a computer, he saved his money from mowing lawns. Harry saved his money from mowing lawns because he wanted a computer. Revise this sentence so it reflects formal, precise language. Ads that target kids don t fool me or my friends. Teenagers are not fooled by advertisements. #3 Write the two simple sentences as a compound sentence. Justinian wrote a code of law. It became the law of the land. Justinian wrote a code of law, and it became the law of the land. Write the compound sentence you just created as a complex sentence. Since Justinian wrote a code of law, it became the law of the land. The code of law became the law of the land since Justinian wrote it. Revise this sentence so it reflects formal, precise language. The ad from the magazine was so stupid, and the celebrity was lame. The advertisement from the magazine was foolish, and the celebrity was ridiculous. #4 Write the two simple sentences as a compound sentence. Mrs. Ferry likes the Patriots. She hopes they will make it to the Super Bowl. Mrs. Ferry likes the Patriots, and she hopes they will make it to the Super Bowl. Write the compound sentence you just created as a complex sentence. Since Mrs. Ferry likes the Patriots, she hopes they will make it to the Super Bowl. Mrs. Ferry hopes the Patriots will make it to the Super Bowl since she likes them. Revise this sentence so it reflects formal, precise language. Ads that convince kids to buy sugary cereal are not cool. Advertisements that convince children to purchase sugary cereal are bad.

5 Identify: prepositional phrases, subordinate clauses, and edit for parallel sentence structure Identifying Prepositional Phrases Put [brackets] around the prepositional phrases in the paragraph below. Janet fled her house and raced [to the store.] It was that time [of year] when there were sales galore! Standing [in the bitter cold] was a price she was willing to pay. The aisles filled [with marked-down prices] would definitely beat the cost [of a few frozen fingers and toes.] #2 Parallel Sentence Structure Following the examples, circle the correct choice in the practice sentences below. Example: Carla likes hiking, swimming, and riding a bicycle. Example: The report was written quickly, accurately, and thoroughly. Example: The teacher told the students that they should get a lot of sleep, that they should not worry too much, and that they should go over their notes. Example: The review covers how to identify clauses, correct common errors, and proofread for errors. 1. It is important to consider ideas, think carefully, and (reflect, reflect often, finish with reflection) when revising an essay. 2. Sally decided to create, write, and (performing, perform, she perform) her own music. 3. Kathy cleaned, organized, and (straightened, straightening, had straightened) her room to prepare for guests. 4. Andy s mother said she would be willing to pack a lunch, would be willing to call the other parents, and (drive everyone, be willing to drive, would be willing to drive everyone) to the park.

6 #3 Rewrite the paragraph. Underline any subordinate clauses and edit for commas if necessary. Carly enjoyed baking, wrapping, and decorating. It was her contribution [to the holiday events] [in her home.] While doing all of these things, Carly would play music. She knew this was the time [of year] to be thankful [for many things.] #4 Rewrite the paragraph. Underline any subordinate clauses and edit for commas if necessary. Mrs. Ferry is ready [for the Super Bowl.] She has watched the games, cheered her team, and prepared a feast. Now, all she needs is [for the Patriots] to make it [to the big day!] As Mrs. Ferry awaits the showdown, she does have some doubts [about the Patriots] being a part [of that eagerly awaited match.] #5 Rewrite the paragraph. Underline any subordinate clauses and edit for commas if necessary. When Christal came home for the holiday break, she brought [along her fish.] Luna, the cat, was intrigued [by these new creatures] appearing [in her domain.] Luna pondered the fish, examined their movements, and tapped [at the tank] [until getting caught] [by Christal.] As time passed, Luna kept her paws [off the tank.]

7 #6 Rewrite the paragraph. Underline any subordinate clauses and edit for commas if necessary. When you finish eating dinner, you are to rinse your dishes [in the sink], put them [in the dishwasher], and clean-up your area [at the table]. #7 Rewrite the paragraph. Underline any subordinate clauses and edit for commas if necessary. Rather than go [to Florida][ for break], we will stay here. There will be plenty to do because we all like to ice skate, ski, and snowboard. #8 Rewrite the paragraph. Underline any subordinate clauses and edit for commas if necessary. Doing the laundry, cooking the meals, and cleaning up the house are not my favorite things to do. If I have to choose [between homework and housework], I will pick homework every time.

8 #9 answers Analyze this sentence: When Larry sat down to plan his day he decided he wanted to wash the car clean the gutters and to start blowing the leaves before dinner. When Larry sat down to plan his day he decided he wanted to wash the car clean the gutters and to start blowing the leaves [before dinner.] Underline any subordinate clause and edit for commas if needed. When Larry sat down to plan his day, he decided he wanted to wash the car clean the gutters and to start blowing the leaves before dinner. When Larry sat down to plan his day he decided he wanted to wash the car, to clean the gutters, and to start blowing the leaves before dinner. Correctly written and edited, the sentence would look like this: When Larry sat down to plan his day, he decided he wanted to wash the car, to clean the gutters, and to start blowing the leaves before dinner.

9 #10 answers Analyze this sentence: Winter can include fun activities such as cross-country skiing sometimes going snow tubing and even to ice skate since it gets really cold outside during this time of year. Winter can include fun activities such as cross-country skiing sometimes going snow tubing and even to ice skate since it gets really cold outside[during this time] [of year.] Underline any subordinate clause and edit for commas if needed. Winter can include fun activities such as cross-country skiing sometimes going snow tubing and even to ice skate since it gets really cold outside during this time of year. Winter can include fun activities such as cross-country skiing, sometimes going snow tubing, and even to ice skating since it gets really cold outside during this time of year. Correctly written and edited, the sentence would look like this: Winter can include fun activities such as cross-country skiing, snow tubing, and ice skating since it gets really cold outside during this time of year.

10 #11 answers Analyze these sentences: Good memories create gardens in our hearts. If we take care of them they will germinate like a seed grow into a plant and blossom like a flower. Good memories create gardens [in our hearts.] If we take care [of them] they will germinate like a seed grow [into a plant] and blossom like a flower. Underline any subordinate clause and edit for commas if needed. Good memories create gardens in our hearts. If we take care of them, they will germinate like a seed grow into a plant and blossom like a flower. Good memories create gardens in our hearts. If we take care of them they will germinate like a seed grow into like a plant and blossom like a flower. Correctly written and edited, the sentence would look like this: Good memories create gardens in our hearts. If we take care of them, they will germinate like a seed, grow like a plant, and blossom like a flower.

11 #12 answers Analyze these sentences: As everyone is well aware there will be a grammar and vocabulary quiz on January 22 nd. While preparing for the vocabulary portion of the quiz everyone should make flashcards start creating visuals and teach others the vocabulary words. When practicing for the grammar section of the quiz everyone should complete the practice grammar sheets to review prepositions using subordinate clauses and parallel sentence structure. As everyone is well aware there will be a grammar and vocabulary quiz [on January 22 nd.] While preparing [for the vocabulary portion][ of the quiz] everyone should make flashcards start creating visuals and teach others the vocabulary words. When practicing [for the grammar section][ of the quiz] everyone should complete the practice grammar sheets to review prepositions using subordinate clauses and parallel sentence structure. Underline any subordinate clauses and edit for commas if needed. As everyone is well aware, there will be a grammar and vocabulary quiz on January 22 nd. While preparing for the vocabulary portion of the quiz, everyone should make flashcards start creating visuals and teach others the vocabulary words. When practicing for the grammar section of the quiz, everyone should complete the practice grammar sheets to review prepositions using subordinate clauses and parallel sentence structure. As everyone is well aware there will be a grammar and vocabulary quiz on January 22 nd. While preparing for the vocabulary portion of the quiz everyone should make flashcards, start creating create visuals, and teach others the vocabulary words. When practicing for the grammar section of the quiz everyone should complete the practice grammar sheets to review prepositions, using subordinate clauses, and parallel sentence structure. Correctly written and edited, the sentence would look like this: As everyone is well aware, there will be a grammar and vocabulary quiz on January 22 nd. While preparing for the vocabulary portion of the quiz, everyone should make flashcards, create visuals, and teach others the vocabulary words. When practicing for the grammar section of the quiz, everyone should complete the practice grammar sheets to review prepositions, subordinate clauses, and parallel sentence structure.

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