WEEK 1: Sentence Types
Day 1:
WEEK 1: What is a Sentence?
Day 1:
Reading Quiz
1. The two parts of the sentence are called: a) the subject; b) the predicate
2. The part that tells who or what is called the: subject
3. The part that tells how or why or when is called: predicate
4. All sentences begin with a: capital
Which is a complete sentence?
b: Jamal, fold your sweatshirt and put it in the closet on the shelf.
1. It has a capital and ends with a period.
2. It makes complete sense on its own.
3. It has a subject and predicate.
b: Did you know buzzing bees make honey?
1. It has a capital and ends with a period.
2. It makes complete sense on its own.
3. It has a subject and predicate.
a: Ugh! That crocodile is frightening!
1. It has a capital and ends with a period.
2. It makes complete sense on its own.
3. It has a subject and predicate.
Day 2
Label each
a: (S)
b: (Q)
c: (C)
d: (E)
e: (E)
Add either a subject of predicate
a: subject
b: predicate
c: predicate
d: subject
e: subject
Day 3
Create your own sentences…
Craft 3 statements: Answers wil vary.
Example: I enjoy sitting in a chair and reading a good book.
Craft 3 commands: Answers wil vary.
Example: Please pass me a napkin.
Craft 3 questions: Answers wil vary.
Example: Why did the chicken cross the road?
Craft 3 exclamations: Answers wil vary.
Example: It’s too loud in here!
WEEK 2: What are Capital Letters?
Day 1:
Reading Quiz
Which of the following should be capitalized?
j. All of the above
Circle (in bold) the words that need to be capitalized and re-write the sentence properly.
1. Atlas said, “Go play Hide and Seek.”
2. The atlas is Julia’s favorite reference book.
3. When I was walking the dog, I came upon a lost tortoise.
4. This summer I am traveling to Yosemite National Park to see Half Dome.
Day 2
Circle (in bold) the words that need to be capitalized and re-write the sentence properly.
1. When studying Chinese history, I learned about the Great Wall of China.
2. Because I love my family’s traditions, Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday.
3. Next week I have an appointment with Dr. Jones to remove the cast from my home.
4. Will you please remind Mrs. Winters that I won’t be able to walk the dog on Thursday.
5. When my cat Bertha moves, her belly jiggles, and I laugh!
Day 3
Construct sentences that include at least 3 capitals.
Craft 3 statements: Answers wil vary.
Example: Harvard, Yale, and Princeton are Ivy League schools.
Craft 3 commands: Answers wil vary.
Example: Take the prisoner to San Quentin prison.
Craft 3 questions: Answers wil vary.
Example: Where is the Taj Mahal?
Craft 3 exclamations: Answers wil vary.
Example: Man climbs Mt. Everest in record time!
WEEK 3: Who are the The Basic Bunch?
Day 1:
Reading Quiz
1. a. period; b. question mark; c. exclamation point
2. a. statement; b. command
3. question mark
4. a. commands; b. statements
5. No
Day 2
Add the correct mark from the Basic Bunch in the spaces below.
1. .
2. ?
3. . or !
4. ! then . or !
5. .
6. ! then . or !
7. ?
8. ?
WEEK 3: Who are The Basic Bunch? (continued)
Day 3
Practice construction sentences using the Basic Bunch.
Craft 3 statements: Answers will vary.
Example: The store opens at 8:00 am.
Craft 3 commands: Answers will vary.
Example: Keep off the grass.
Craft 3 questions: Answers will vary.
Example: Have you done all your chores?
Craft 3 exclamations: Answers will vary.
Example: Wow! Look at the size of that watermelon!
WEEK 4: Who is Contraction Apostrophe?
Day 1:
Reading Quiz
1. a. apostrophe; b. possessive apostrophe; c. single quotation; d. double quotation
2. letter/s
Rewrite the following sentences…
1. I’ve been thinking I’d like to read that book again.
2. Wouldn’t it be nice to sing in the rain?
3. I told them twice they shouldn’t send the letter to grandma.
Day 2
Rewrite the following sentences…
1. I’ve not been to see the tiger in the zoo.
2. The sign on the kitchen said don’t enter.
3. When you’re in the restaurant, wear your shoes.
4. He’ll go to the beach with his friends.
5. You’re indeed a kind person.
6. I’ll not shy away from swimming in the deep end.
7. In the fall, I’ll jump into a pile of colorful leaves.
8. My friend Jordan said she’ll come to play on Thursday.
Day 3
Practice constructing sentences..
Craft 3 statements: Answers will vary.
Example:
1. I have a dentist appointment on Thursday.
2. I’ve a dentist appointment on Thursday.
Craft 3 commands: Answers will vary.
Example:
1. Do not step on the wet cement.
2. Don’t step on the wet cement.
Craft 3 questions: Answers will vary.
Example:
1. Do you think she would mind if I borrowed the book?
2. Do you think she’d mind if I borrowed the book?
Craft 3 exclamations: Answers will vary.
Example:
1. You should not throw trash on the ground!
2. You shouldn’t throw trash on the ground!
WEEK 5: Who is Possessive Apostrophe?
Day 1:
Reading Quiz1.
1. owns
2. s’
Re-write the following sentences…
1. Carmen’s dog love to swim in the pool on hot days.
2. The Williams’ family moved their family across town.
3. This week, Luis’s party invitation arrived in the mail.
Day 2
Rewrite the following sentences..
1. Sara’s running shoes were caked in mud after the run in the rain.
2. Where did you put Sophia’s dinosaur Lego kit?
3. Horatio’s ant farm is a constant source of amazement.
4. Jayleen’s 1000-piece puzzle is nearly complete!
5. On July 4th, the city’s par is happily crowded with people celebrating.
6. The classes’ window let in light and created a cozy atmosphere.
7. The doorknob’s lock was broken.
8. The knife’s blade was so dull it wouldn’t cut a muffin in two!
Day 3
Practice constructing sentences..
Craft 3 statements: Answers will vary.
Example: The children’s playtime is at 10:15.
Craft 3 commands: Answers will vary.
Example: Put Sara’s shoes in the closet.
Craft 3 questions: Answers will vary.
Example: Are the girl’s curls natural or fake?
Craft 3 exclamations: Answers will vary.
Example: The orchestra’s performance was amazing!
WEEK 6: Who is Double Quotation?
Day 1:
Reading Quiz
1. direct speech
2. capital
Complete the following sentences.
1. Finally, I’m done
2. Stop
3. Yummy! I can’t wait to eat one
Day 2
Add double quotation marks and proper capitalization where needed to the following sentences.
1. Larry said, “The corn is ready for harvest.”
2. “Can we buy some gumballs?” asked Jill.
3. “I’m open!” exclaimed Chenile across the soccer field to her teammate.
4. Sierra said, “Jane please build an amazing sandcastle.”
5. She stared at the sign and read to herself, “Do not enter!”
6. The proud swan said to the duckling, “I’m much more elegant than you!”
7. Leon said, “Mustard is so much better than ketchup on hot dogs.”
8. Cameron looked at the lake and wondered aloud, “Will it freeze over in winter?”
Day 3
Practice constructing sentences…
Craft 3 statements: Answers will vary.
Example: “There are fifty states that make up the U.S.,” said the teacher.
Craft 3 commands: Answers will vary.
Example: Mother said, “Please, brush your teeth.”
Craft 3 questions: Answers will vary.
Example: Molly asked sweetly, “May I have another cookie?”
Craft 3 exclamations: Answers will vary.
Example: “Stop!” screamed the mother as her child ran out onto the street.
WEEK 7: Who is Single Quotation?
Day 1:
Reading Quiz
1. quotation
2. pairs
Rewrite the following sentences…
1. Mother reminded me, “Remember that Mrs. Kinsey said, ‘Practice your piano scales first,’ during your last lesson.”
2. After the race, my teammate asked, “Did you remember coach’s words, ‘Run like the wind’?”
3. “‘Always let the dough rest before baking’ that’s what Grandma told me,” said Aunt Gem.
Day 2
Add single quotations to the following sentences where needed.
1. Last night my father told me, “When I was young my mother always said, ‘Wash your hands before supper.’”
2. The president of the United States said, “Listen to the words of Lincoln, ‘When I do good I feel good,’ so I listen.”
3. When I asked mother about the kittens, she said, “They were adorable as they cried, ‘Mew, mew, mew,’ by the bowl of milk.”
4. My best friend told me, “I was happy when Mr. Cain said, ‘Ice cream for lunch today,’ and so was everyone else.”
5. My teacher said, “The principal told me, ‘Lock all the lockers between classes,’ so I did.”
6. Jeffrey said, “His mom told us all to, ‘Come over tonight for movie night,’ so I went over right away.”
7. The game show host told us we lost, but he said, “the producer said, ‘No, they won!’”so we are confused.”
8. Yesterday, Sally said, “She knew I loved soda but her dentist said, ‘Sugary drinks give you cavities,’ so Sally didn’t let me have a root beer.”
Day 3
Practice constructing sentences…
Craft 3 statements: Answers will vary.
Example: “I am sorry you lost the game, but my grandma says, ‘you learn more from a loss that an win.’”
Craft 3 commands: Answers will vary.
Example: The teacher said, “Please remember, the principal said, ‘No talking’ during a test.”
Craft 3 Questions: Answers will vary.
Example: Taylor said, “Hannah asked, ‘Will this remote-control work on my tv?’”
Craft 3 exclamations: Answers will vary.
Example: Liam said, “Let’s go surfing as the weatherman said, ‘The surf is perfect!’”
WEEK 8: Who is List Making Comma?
Day 1:
Reading Quiz
1. “Commas for clarity!”
2. To make things easier to understand inside a sentence.
3. list
4. and, or
Create an interesting sentence…
Example: Answers will vary.
Day 2
Add list making commas…
1. Mom and Dad were considering Julie, Jade, and Joan for my newborn sister’s name.
2. A famous botanist was studying violets, daisies, and dahlias.
3. The sign listed milk, donuts, applesauce, and butter for sale.
4. California, Alaska, Idaho, Utah, and Arizona are my favorite states.
5. I need pencils, pens, paper, erasers, and rubber bands to complete my project.
6. Carol owns three cats, Shadow, Tiger, and Whiskers.
7. I love to study owls, hawks, warblers, and gulls.
8. Some endangered animal lists include white tigers, snow leopards, and black panthers.
Day 3
Practice constructing sentences…
Craft 3 statements: Answers will vary.
Example: To make lasagna I will need, noodles, tomato sauce, cheese, and seasonings.
Craft 3 commands: Answers will vary.
Example: The sports instructor said to do, 50 jumping jacks, 20 push-ups, 20 knee bends, and 20 arm stretches.
Craft 3 questions: Answers will vary.
Example: What would like for dinner, spaghetti, pizza, or hot dogs?
Craft 3 exclamations: Answers will vary.
Example: The color choices for the balloons were amazing, chartreuse, magenta, peacock blue, and iridescent!
WEEK 9: Who is Joining Comma?
Day 1:
Reading Quiz
1. two clauses
2. but, and, or, yet
3. mini sentences
4. clauses
5. same
Day 2
Add joining commas…
1. The cowboy drew his pistol, but the robber got away.
2. Denver, Colorado is a mile-high city, but Beach Mountain, North Carolina is also over a mile high.
3. The girls danced all night, and the boys slept the night away.
4. The cats purred, but the dogs barked.
5. The sky grew dark, and the lights switched on.
6. The sirens wailed, and the cars pulled over.
7. The wind blew hard, but the trees held fast.
8. Jordan climbed a tree, but Jada rolled down the grassy knoll.
Day 3
Practice constructing sentences…
Craft 3 statements: Answers will vary.
Example: I am going into Barnes and Noble, but Susie is going into Home Goods.
Craft 3 commands: Answers will vary.
Example: Jack take down the flag, and Holden, you take out the trash.
Craft 3 questions: Answers will vary.
Example: Assignments are due on Wednesday, or would you prefer the due date to be Tuesday?
Craft 3 exclamations: Answers will vary.
Example: The jump off the high board looks scary, but don’t worry you can do it!
WEEK 10: Who is Clause Comma?
Day 1:
Reading Quiz
1. main, subordinate (or independent, dependent)
2. when, because, or after
3. before
4. after
5. , I relaxed in front of the t.v.
Day 2
Add clause commas…
1. When the dog scratched his chin, he seemed to grin.
2. When the kettle boiled, it whistled loudly.
3. Under the old oak tree, I buried a time capsule.
4. Far below in the valley, a cock crowed.
5. Around the house, papers were scattered everywhere.
6. Down the drain, we could hear gurgling sounds.
7. After eating the green apple, I felt sick.
8. Up in the clouds, a rainbow sparkled brightly.
Day 3
Practice constructing sentences…
Craft 3 statements: Answers will vary.
Example: While I was reading, the dog scratched at the door.
Craft 3 commands: Answers will vary.
Example: After you have completed the test, sit quietly, and read a book.
Craft 3 questions: Answers will vary.
Example: After you’ve finished playing, what are you going to do?
Craft 3 exclamations: Answers will vary.
Example: Stop, that’s dangerous!
WEEK 11: Who are the Comma Twins?
Day 1:
Reading Quiz
1. interruption
2. not vital
3. don’t
4. Amanda
5. Jake
Day 2
Add comma twins…
1. Jamal, my favorite son, came into the living room.
2. The brindle colored dog, belonging to Cairn, loves to swim in the river.
3. Tomatoes grow in the summer, not winter, in the warmth of the long days.
4. Jose called his mother, the Principal, every day this week.
5. Zoos help with conservation, even though animals are caged, all over the world.
6. Darrell and Sirenna were seen at the coffee shop, the best in town, before sunset.
7. We, the Campbells, are traveling to Boston this Christmas.
8. Rock and Roll music, although loud and boisterous, remains popular with many people.
Day 3
Practice constructing sentences…
Craft 3 statements: Answers will vary.
Example: Lord of the Rings, my favorite book, is a best seller.
Craft 3 commands: Answers will vary.
Example: “Zoe, before sitting down, please pick up the pencil”.
Craft 3 questions: Answers will vary.
Example: Is Chipperfield’s Circus, the best circus in the world, coming to town?
Craft 3 exclamations: Answers will vary.
Example: Never, ever, give a mouse a cookie!
WEEK 12: Who are the Comma Cops?
Day 1:
Reading Quiz
1. clause
2. main
3. A traffic cone
4. main clause
5. essential
Day 2
Add a comma cop…
1. My hiking boots, which are covered in mud, are my favorite shoes.
2. Dawn’s parents, who are divorced, have remained friends.
3. The doors, which were red, remained open all night.
4. Blue shells, which were scattered everywhere, sparkled in the morning sun.
5. Strangers, who mysteriously disappeared, had left gifts for all the children at the orphanage.
6. Those TV shows, which come on at night, always make us laugh out loud.
7. Boys and girls who wake up early get to eat breakfast first.*
8. The sharp rocks, which were everywhere, cut into my tennis shoes.
Day 3
Practice constructing sentences…
Craft 3 statements: Answers will vary.
Example: The fall leaves, which were scattered everywhere, were fun to jump in.
Craft 3 commands: Answers will vary.
Example: I have asked you, many times, not to eat between meals.
Craft 3 questions: Answers will vary.
Example: Is the cupcake, the one with pink sprinkles, gluten free?
Craft 3 exclamations: Answers will vary.
Example: You have been asked, many times, to clean your room!
WEEK 13: Who is Introducing Comma?
Day 1:
Reading Quiz
1. introductory
2. name
3. Greetings, You see, Well, Yes, Of course
4. clause
5. –ing
Day 2
Add introducing commas…
1. Greetings Earthlings, we are going to land our spaceship on your planet.
2. However, Ender ate all the candy by himself.
3. Well, I like the taste of licorice more than you.
4. You see, I’ve never traveled to the moon.
5. By the way, how do you like swimming in the new pool?
6. Of course, Lucy and April wanted to swing over the lake on the rope.
7. But hey, you know you love to eat chocolate!
8. Realistically, Orion loves to work all day in his woodshop, so he doesn’t want another job.
Day 3
Practice constructing sentences…
Craft 3 statements: Answers will vary.
Example: Well, you know fairies can’t be seen if you don’t believe.
Craft 3 commands: Answers will vary.
Example: Please, sit down.
Craft 3 questions: Answers will vary.
Example: So, are we going to the movies?
Craft 3 exclamations: Answers will vary.
Example: Of course, you must do your homework!
WEEK 14: Who is Chatroom Comma?
Day 1:
Reading Quiz
1. gossiping
2. introduce
3. middle
4. complete
Add the comma and double quotations…
When Karter aced the math lesson he said, “Worth it to study!”
Day 2
Add the comma and double quotations…
1. Della said, “I’m leaving for work now.”
2. Then Louise told the crowd, “Everybody put your packs on and head up the mountain.”
3. “No wonder,” said Dusty, “you ate too much cake at the party.”
4. Kaia replied to her friends, “Please don’t give me a surprise party.”
5. Nico said, “Abraham Lincoln is my favorite president.”
6. “After all,” said Luca, “please understand puppies are sensitive creatures.”
7. “Positively delicious,” said Gus, “this pineapple tastes like vacation.”
8. “Wow mom,” said Thor, “these tacos are really good.”
Day 3
Practice constructing sentences…
Craft 3 statements: Answers will vary.
Example: Brown said, “I am leaving the office right now.”
Craft 3 commands: Answers will vary.
Example: Dad said, “Mow the lawn today.”
Craft 3 questions: Answers will vary.
Example: Mom asked, “Whose turn is it to walk the dog?”
Craft 3 exclamations: Answers will vary.
Example: The policeman shouted, “Stop!
WEEK 15: Who is Numbers Comma?
Day 1:
Reading Quiz
1. numbers
2. comma
3. Take it easy, take it step by step.
4. year
5. year
Day 2
Add numbers commas
1. What is 100 less than 1,000.
2. Demarcus estimated there were 1,000,000 gumballs in the machine.
3. Isn’t 1,453,680 a big number to think about?
4. Josiah, you were born on Thursday, October 14, 1875.
5. The invitation read, come to my party, Monday, December 23, 2017.
6. Kimberly, you must collect 1,000 cans by November 24, 2027, to win the prize.
7. I wonder if my children have eaten 1,000,000 peas in their lifetime.
8. The date, Wednesday, April 25, 1901 was a sad day in history.
Day 3
Practice constructing sentences…
Craft 3 statements: Answers will vary.
Example: The Revolutionary War started on, April 19th, 1775.
Craft 3 commands: Answers will vary.
Example: Give 3, 479 rubber bands.
Craft 3 questions: Answers will vary.
Example: How many 1,000s of beads are in that jar?
Craft 3 exclamations: Answers will vary.
Example: The largest gathering of people was 50,000,000, in 2019.
WEEK 16: Who are the Parenthesis Twins
Day 1:
Reading Quiz
1. fence
2. gossip
3. sense
4. key
5. one
Day 2
Add parenthesis twins…
1. Parenthesis (always used in pairs) add details to a sentence.
2. The ghost story (whether true or made up) is really alarming.
3. The author (a devout man) wrote daily lessons to inspire his students.
4. Most leopards (especial Snow Leopards) are endangered.
5. William’s costume (a giant yellow plum) was hilarious.
6. Gayle mixed stripes and polka dots (a dreadful mix) nearly every time she got dressed.
7. Sally and George were complaining about the cost of Disneyland (they had seven children).
8. Poetry (haiku) is my favorite kind of writing.
Day 3
Practice constructing sentences…
Craft 3 statements: Answers will vary.
Example: History (particularly Russian) is my favorite subject.
Craft 3 commands: Answers will vary.
Example: Please throw away (carefully) the broken glass bottle.
Craft 3 questions: Answers will vary.
Example: How many times (approximately) does a person’s heart beat?
Craft 3 exclamations: Answers will vary.
Example: I asked the child (many times) to stop picking the heads off the flowers in the park.
WEEK 17: Who is Dash?
Day 1:
Reading Quiz
1. longer
2. from/to
3. twist, leap
4. parentheses
5. bend
Day 2
Add dash to the following…
1. As I crawled under the sheets – you will never guess what I found – a huge hairy spider!
2. The civil war lasted from 1861 – 1865.
3. The Cold War lasted from 1947 – 1991.
4. Dancing is fun and challenging – when you are 60 years old – and helps with coordination.
5. Casting my net into the sea – it was pitch dark – was so difficult because I couldn’t see.
6. The Alice in Wonderland ride – while smooth – still made me queasy.
7. Could everyone who was born between 1980 – 1990 please stand up?
8. Alex opened up his big birthday gift and – surprise – a darling Labrador jumped out.
Day 3
Practice constructing sentences…
Craft 3 statements: Answers will vary.
Example: World War I – one of the bloodiest wars – was but the first of many wars in the twentieth century.
Craft 3 commands: Answers will vary.
Example: Hurry up, we are going to the movies – if we ever get out the door – to see E.T.
Craft 3 questions: Answers will vary.
Example: Would you like whipped cream – the best part – on your hot chocolate?
Craft 3 exclamations: Answers will vary.
Example: When I peered around the corner – surprise – there was nothing there!
WEEK 18: Who is Hyphen?
Day 1:
Reading Quiz
1. connect
2. break
3. compound
4. compound
Sometimes hyphen is used… Examples:
1. self-imposed
2. all-inclusive
Day 2
Add hyphen…
1. Isabella’s hair is velvet-chocolate in color.
2. Self-serve ice-cream is delicious.
3. O’Leary-Case is our school librarian.
4. All the attorneys over at Haldwell-Collins Leece are excellent.
5. Did you find a good dog-sitter for the holidays?
6. Malik’s father owns a full-service accounting firm.
7. Samantha has curly-as-a-spring hair bouncing all over her head.
8. Dwayne was famous for his over-the-moon-chocolate-chip cookies.
Day 3
Practice constructing sentences…
Craft 3 statements: Answers will vary.
Example: The well-adjusted student performed well on his exams.
Craft 3 commands: Answers will vary.
Example: Get your beach gear as we are going to Walton-on-the-Naze beach.
Craft 3 questions: Answers will vary.
Example: My favorite part of the circus is the high-wire act, what’s yours?
Craft 3 exclamations: Answers will vary.
Example: The fast-flowing water carried the man down the river.
WEEK 19: Who is Ellipsis?
Day 1:
Reading Quiz
1. three
2. missing
3. guessing
4. out
5. ideas
Day 2
Add ellipsis…
1. I was thinking…maybe we should scream.
2. Alexia opened the door and heard…an explosion.
3. After school James…stumbled home.
4. Brynlee was found…in the airport parking lot.
5. Edward remarked, “I know I saw my glove somewhere…”
6. “I’m never sure what to do…,” said Mr. Horace.
7. I was thinking…we should call the ranger.
8. I never dreamed… I would win.
Day 3
Practice constructing sentences…
Craft 3 statements: Answers will vary.
Example: “Once upon a time…” is the traditional beginning of a fairy-tale.
Craft 3 commands: Answers will vary.
Example: “Drop and give me ten, then…,” said the overly strict coach.
Craft 3 questions: Answers will vary.
Example: Would you like ice-cream…or maybe something else?
Craft 3 exclamations: Answers will vary.
Example: No… Stop!
WEEK 20: Who is Colon?
Day 1:
Reading Quiz
1. that is to say
2. break
3. explanation
4. list
5. dash, hyphen
Day 2
Add colon…
1. It’s time to rise! It’s 6:00.
2. The cake recipe has the following ingredients: flour, butter, sugar, baking powder, and eggs.
3. Jonah told me his shirt colors are: yellow, purple, blue, green, and orange.
4. My best friends are: Kate, Larry, Alex, Miranda, and Edward.
5. He got the punishment he deserved: lost privileges and a demotion.
6. The Engineering office specializes in three areas: civil, electrical, and structural.
7. After weeks of deliberation, the jury came back with a decision: guilty.
8. Five cupcakes, three cakes, nine cookies: this was enough to make Carl really sick.
Day 3
Practice constructing sentences…
Craft 3 statements: Answers will vary.
Example: On the camping trip you will need to bring the following: a tent, sleeping bag, flashlight and warm clothing.
Craft 3 commands: Answers will vary.
Example: Mother said, “Before you go out to play do the following: clean your room, do your homework and walk the dog.
Craft 3 questions: Answers will vary.
Example: I have three kinds of ice cream: vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry, which would you like?
Craft 3 exclamations: Answers will vary.
Example: Her dream had finally come true: she had won Olympic Gold!
WEEK 21: Who is Semicolon?
Day 1:
Reading Quiz
1. Fair’s fair
2. closely
3. complicated
4. wizard
5. and, but
Day 2
Add semicolon…
1. On one hand, roses have thorns; on the other hand, roses smell fantastic.
2. Burglars rob homes; robbers rob banks.
3. John prefers discipline; I prefer order.
4. Axel bought some kale for salad; bread and butter; milk for cereal; chicken for broiling; sugar for baking.
5. In some ways, reading is tedious; in other ways reading is enlightening.
6. I don’t want to ride the sky-high roller coaster; I think I’ll be terrified.
7. I want to buy my daughter a pet snake; however, I’m afraid my son will squish it.
8. I’ve lived in Rutherford, North Carolina; Los Angeles, California and San Luis Obispo, California.
Day 3
Practice constructing sentences…
Craft 3 statements: Answers will vary.
Example: I want to swim to Antarctica; my mother doesn’t think it’s such a good idea.
Craft 3 commands: Answers will vary.
Example: Go to the market and buy some bread; then drop the clothes at the dry cleaners.
Craft 3 questions: Answers will vary.
Example: I have not received your homework; did you send it?
Craft 3 exclamations: Answers will vary.
Example: There is a do not enter sign at the end of the street; I recommend that you obey it!