The Homonym Phenomenon! Words that sound similar or are written the same but with different meanings are a notorious stumbling block for those learning English as a second language. In truth, native speakers have their share of trouble with them, too. Ten examples of homonyms and homophones and the accompanying infographic will clarify some of these frustrating words.
Target key math skills with this collection of motivating, kid-pleasing practice pages. First, students read hilarious fractured fairy tales to capture their interest. Then, with model problems and other examples as guides, kids solve problems with confidence. A great way to make math engaging for all students.
In Chapter I., headed the Reproduction of Extracts, we give examples of the kind of composition prescribed for the upper classes, in Chapter II attempted to show him by a few cardinal rules and examples how to write clearly and effectively. In Chapter III we have gone rather fully into the subject of punctuation, a large number of examples to be worked out by the student is attached to both chapters.In Chapter IV, which is headed "Expansion of Outines," we introduce the student for the first time to the subject of Essay-writing.In Chapter V., the last, we have dealt with the subject of Letter-writing.
Elements of Fiction Writing - Conflict and Suspense
Ramp up the tension and keep your readers hooked! Inside you'll find everything you need to know to spice up your story, move your plot forward, and keep your readers turning pages. Expert thriller author and writing instructor James Scott Bell shows you how to craft scenes, create characters, and develop storylines that harness conflict and suspense to carry your story from the first word to the last.
Learn from examples of successful novels and movies as you transform your work from ho-hum to high-tension.
This book is called "Errors in English Composition," because it chiefly consists of examples in which some error in Grammar, Construction, or Order occurs. The sentences, which the student is asked to "correct, improve, or justify," have been taken both from literature and from journalism, mainly, however, from the latter, and mainly from very recent journalism. Practice in working out the examples given in this book will, it is hoped, be an aid to such revision, by showing the student what kinds of mistakes he is likely to make, and in what way or ways such mistakes can be put right
