Grammar & Writing Review

These flashcards cover important concepts related to grammar and writing, focusing on the steps of writing, sentence types, errors, tone, and effective writing strategies.

Prewriting

The first step of writing where planning and brainstorming occur.

Drafting

The step in writing where you create your first draft.

Revising

The process of improving ideas and organization in your writing.

Editing

The stage where you fix grammar and punctuation issues.

Proofreading

The final check for errors in your writing before submission.

Two-Chunk Paragraph

A paragraph structure that includes a topic sentence, evidence, explanations, and a concluding sentence.

Simple Sentence

A sentence that contains one independent clause.

Compound Sentence

A sentence with two independent clauses joined by a FANBOYS conjunction.

Complex Sentence

A sentence that includes an independent clause and a dependent clause.

Fragment

An incomplete sentence that lacks a subject or a verb.

Run-on Sentence

Two sentences incorrectly joined together.

Subject-Verb Agreement

The grammatical rule that singular subjects require singular verbs, and plural subjects require plural verbs.

Tone

The author's attitude expressed in their writing.

Transition Words

Words used to connect ideas and improve flow in writing.

Citation

The process of introducing and explaining a quote in your writing.

Writing Test Tips

Best practices to follow during writing tests, such as answering fully, staying on topic, and checking for errors.