A CINQUAIN POEM

A cinquain poem is a five-line poem that is diamond-shaped. Start with a theme word (noun) and then use the pattern 1 noun, 2 adjectives, 3 gerunds, 1 full sentence, and finally a synonym for the first noun.
Here is an example starting with the theme word SNOW
.....................Snow.........................
.................Cold, white...................
......Falling, freezing, numbing....
.......It chills fingers and toes......
.....................Ice............................

Instructions: Write a cinquain poem based on one of the three following themes:
CHRISTMAS, HANUKKAH, SANTA CLAUSE, REINDEER, MENORAH or NEW YEAR.

ACROSTIC, Dec. 10th

In an acrostic, you start with a theme word and use each letter of that word to start another word or phrase that describes the theme word. The acrostic below is based on the theme word SNOW.
Instructions: Write an acrostic based on one of the following themes :
CHRISTMAS, HANUKKAH, REINDEER, SANTA CLAUS, MENORAH, or NEW YEAR.

S Slippery
N Numbing
O Obliterating
W Wintery

GRAMMAR QUESTION, Dec. 10th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

An economic prof at Simon Fraser university describes Canada as an overweight country who needs to go on the low-carb diet--low in carbon emission--and loose some weight.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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ALL CHANGE! Dec. 10th

Change the words in the sentence below as indicated. You can only change the exact word in the sequence given; after someone else has posted the next change, then you can post another change. For instance, student 1 writes #1 Subject Noun, and changes the subject noun; Student 2 writes #2 Direct Object Noun, and changes that noun. Each student only makes one change at a time and keeps to the order indicated.If you complete all 7 changes, then start making more changes again from 1 to 7. Each student should build on the changes that the previous students make.

The fresh snow outside makes the neighbourhood look Christmassy.

1. change the subject noun 2. change direct object noun
3. change the first adjective 4. change the first verb name
5. change the second verb name 6. change the predicate adjective
7. change the verb tense.

VOCABULARY, Dec. 10th

Vocabulary building is important for both reading comprehension and writing. Use the following two words (note the part of speech) in one sentence.

diffident (adjective) + superimpose (verb)

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PLAIN ENGLISH, Dec. 10th

Writing clear, direct English is particularly important in a business context. Please rewrite the following item; there are many different but correct ways of doing this.

In essence, it was my position as administrative assistant to ease the increasingly onerous responsibilities from the shoulders of my boss by seeing that the details were never overlooked and that deadlines were always met in a timely manner.

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SENTENCE COMPLETION, Dec. 10th

Use the type of clause, phrase, or grammar indicated to complete the following sentence; you can add the phrase or clause before or after the clause below:

... I am looking forward to the holiday season...
1. Use a phrase
2. Use a dependent clause
3. Use an independent clause

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GRAMMAR QUESTION, Dec. 1st

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

The team is real happy that they won the game and now the players recover from the party they had thrown afterwards.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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ALL CHANGE! Dec. 1st

Change the words in the sentence below as indicated. You can only change the exact word in the sequence given; after someone else has posted the next change, then you can post another change. For instance, student 1 writes #1 Subject Noun, and changes the subject noun; Student 2 writes #2 Direct Object Noun, and changes that noun. Each student only makes one change at a time and keeps to the order indicated.If you complete all 6 changes, then start making more changes again from 1 to 6. Each student should build on the changes that the previous students make.

The fluffy snowflakes fell slowly from the sky.

1. change the subject noun 2. change indirect object noun
3. change the first adverb 4. change the first verb name
5. change the adjective 6. change the verb tense

SENTENCE COMPLETION, Dec. 1st

Use the type of clause, phrase, or grammar indicated to complete the following sentence; you can add the phrase or clause before or after the clause below:

... there is only one month left in 2008...
1. Use a phrase
2. Use a dependent clause
3. Use an independent clause

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GRAMMAR QUESTION OF THE WEEK, Jan. 28th

There are several errors in the following sentence. Please rewrite this sentence correctly. Note that there are many possible answers; there are lots of opportunities for bonus points.

The business man said it was the most unique presentation made at the conference therefore it hadn't been surprising that the audience have given them a round of applause.

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GRAMMAR QUESTION, September 15th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

Mr Harper said the funding will help those suffering from mental illness and their families.

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GRAMMAR QUESTION, September 15th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:



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GRAMMAR QUESTION, Nov. 21st

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

When I arrived in Paris neither the bus or the trains was running, the following day the buses were running and trains started to move later in the afternoon.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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ALL CHANGE! Nov. 21st

Change the words in the sentence below as indicated. You can only change the exact word in the sequence given; after someone else has posted the next change, then you can post another change. For instance, student 1 writes #1 Subject Noun, and changes the subject noun; Student 2 writes #2 Direct Object Noun, and changes that noun. Each student only makes one change at a time and keeps to the order indicated.If you complete all 6 changes, then start making more changes again from 1 to 6. Each student should build on the changes that the previous students make.

My children watched the Santa Clause parade at the mall.

1. change the subject noun 2. change direct object noun
3. change the indirect object noun 4. change the first verb name
5. change the adjective 6. change the verb tense

VOCABULARY, Nov. 21st

Vocabulary building is important for both reading comprehension and writing. Use the following two words (note the part of speech) in one sentence.

insidious (adjective) + engender (verb)

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SENTENCE COMPLETION,Nov. 21st

Use the type of clause, phrase, or grammar indicated to complete the following sentence; you can add the phrase or clause before or after the clause below:

... December is almost here ...
1. Use a phrase
2. Use a dependent clause
3. Use an independent clause

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ALL CHANGE! Nov. 13th

Change the words in the sentence below as indicated. You can only change the exact word in the sequence given; after someone else has posted the next change, then you can post another change. Student 1 writes #1 Subject Noun, and changes the subject noun; Student 2 writes #2 Direct Object Noun, and changes that noun. Each student only makes one change at a time and keeps to the order indicated.If you complete all 6 changes, then start making more changes again from 1 to 6. Each student should build on the changes that the previous students make.

Susan is still eating candy from last Halloween.

1. change the subject noun 2. change direct indirect object noun
3. change the indirect object noun 4. change the verb name
5. change the adjective 6. change the verb tense

GRAMMAR QUESTION, Nov. 13th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

The art work was stunned: not only were the colours bright but each of the many paintings were creative, individualistic and showed originality.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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SENTENCE COMPLETION,Nov. 13th

Use the type of clause, phrase, or grammar indicated to complete the following sentence; you can add the phrase or clause before or after the clause below:

... November 11th was Remembrance Day...
1. Use a phrase
2. Use a dependent clause
3. Use an independent clause

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VOCABULARY, Nov. 13th

Vocabulary building is important for both reading comprehension and writing. Use the following two words (note the part of speech) in one sentence.

disproportionate (adjective) + antipathy (noun)

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PLAIN ENGLISH, Nov. 5th

Writing clear, direct English is particularly important in a business context. Please rewrite the following item; there are many different but correct ways of doing this.

In the near future, the opening of our latest store will be announced, and there will be a grand opening event to which all of our employees and our most valued customers will be invited.

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ALL CHANGE! Nov. 5th

Change the words in the sentence below as indicated. You can only change the exact word in the sequence given; after someone else has posted the next change, then you can post another change. Student 1 writes #1 Subject Noun, and changes the subject noun; Student 2 writes #2 Direct Object Noun, and changes that noun. Each student only makes one change at a time and keeps to the order indicated.If you complete all 6 changes, then start making more changes again from 1 to 6. Each student should build on the changes that the previous students make.

Overworked staff are decorating stores for Christmas.

1. change the subject noun 2. change direct object noun
3. change the indirect object noun 4. change the verb name
5. change the adjective 6. change the verb tense


Last week you got all the way from "Excited children will be knocking on doors on Halloween." to "Excited kids will be knocking on doors on Halloween."

GRAMMAR QUESTION, Nov. 5th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

I only think that a person travelling to a foreign country should learn a little of a language of those countries to speak easily with the people living their.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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SENTENCE COMPLETION,Nov. 5th

Use the type of clause, phrase, or grammar indicated to complete the following sentence; you can add the phrase or clause before or after the clause below:

... the US election is finally over ...
1. Use a phrase
2. Use a dependent clause
3. Use an independent clause

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VOCABULARY, Nov. 5th

Vocabulary building is important for both reading comprehension and writing. Use the following two words (note the part of speech) in one sentence.

preposterous (adjective) + infidelity (noun)

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ALL CHANGE, Oct. 28th

Change the words in the sentence below as indicated. You can only change the exact word in the sequence given; after someone else has posted the next change, then you can post another change. Student 1 writes #1 Subject Noun, and changes the subject noun; Student 2 writes #2 Direct Object Noun, and changes that noun. Each student only makes one change at a time and keeps to the order indicated.If you complete all 6 changes, then start making more changes again from 1 to 6. Each student should build on the changes that the previous students make.

Excited children will be knocking on doors on Halloween.

1. change the subject noun 2. change the first indirect object noun
3. change the second indirect object noun 4. change the verb name
5. change the adjective 6. change the verb tense

GRAMMAR QUESTION, Oct. 28th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

Studying on my own pace is a lot of benefit for me due to I do not need to be worrying about no time for attend classes.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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SENTENCE COMPLETION, Oct. 28th

Use the type of clause, phrase, or grammar indicated to complete the following sentence; you can add the phrase or clause before or after the clause below:

... I am dressing up as a monster at the company's Halloween party...
1. Use a phrase
2. Use a dependent clause
3. Use an independent clause

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GRAMMAR QUESTION, Oct. 15th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

The prediction's were correct, Canada has another minority Government; and the politics situation haven't changed much moreover we may be see some new leader in the near future.
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VOCABULARY, Oct. 15th

Vocabulary building is important for both reading comprehension and writing. Use the following two words (note the part of speech) in one sentence.

posthumously (adverb) + colloquial (adjective)

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VOCABULARY, Oct. 6th

Vocabulary building is important for both reading comprehension and writing. Use the following two words (note the part of speech) in one sentence.

complement (verb) + disparate (adjective)

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ALL CHANGE! Oct. 6th

Change the words in the sentence below as indicated. You can only change the exact word in the sequence given; after someone else has posted the next change, then you can post another change. Student 1 writes #1 Subject Noun, and changes the subject noun; Student 2 writes #2 Direct Object Noun, and changes that noun. Each student only makes one change at a time and keeps to the order indicated.If you complete all 7 changes, then start making more changes again from 1 to 7. Each student should build on the changes that the previous students make.

My family always cooks a large turkey for Thanksgiving.

1. change the subject noun 2. change the direct object noun
3. change the indirect object noun 4. change the verb name
5. change the adjective 6. change the adverb
7. change the verb tense

GRAMMAR QUESTION, Oct. 6th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

On october 14th Canadians would go to the polls electing a new Federal Government; but many are thinking that its going to look a lot like the last governments and they dont like the cost that was involved for no change.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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SENTENCE COMPLETION, Oct. 6th

Use the type of clause, phrase, or grammar indicated to complete the following sentence; you can add the phrase or clause before or after the clause below:

... this year Thanksgiving is followed by the federal election on Tuesday...
1. Use a phrase
2. Use a dependent clause
3. Use an independent clause

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ALL CHANGE! Sept. 29th

Change the words in the sentence below as indicated. You can only change the exact word in the sequence given; after someone else has posted the next change, then you can post another change. Student 1 writes #1 Subject Noun, and changes the subject noun; Student 2 writes #2 Direct Object Noun, and changes that noun. Each student only makes one change at a time and keeps to the order indicated.If you complete all 8 changes, then start making more changes again from 1 to 8.

My family usually holidays at our rustic cottage in the mountains.

1. change the subject noun 2. change the direct object noun
3. change the first indirect object noun 4. change the verb name
5. change the adjective 6. change the adverb
7. change the verb tense 8. change the second indirect object noun

GRAMMAR QUESTION, Sept. 29th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

Standing over me and saying, "Are you finished yet the exam is nearly over," I felt intimidated, but I used all the time allowed so that I could do good.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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SENTENCE COMPLETION, Sept. 29th

Use the type of clause, phrase, or grammar indicated to complete the following sentence; you can add the phrase or clause before or after the clause below:

...it's only two more weeks until the Canadian federal election ...
1. Use a phrase
2. Use a dependent clause
3. Use an independent clause

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SENTENCE COMPLETION, Sept. 22nd

Use the type of clause, phrase, or grammar indicated to complete the following sentence; you can add the phrase or clause before or after the clause below:

...today, September 22nd, is the first day of fall...
1. Use a phrase
2. Use a dependent clause
3. Use an independent clause

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VOCABULARY, Sept. 29th

Vocabulary building is important for both reading comprehension and writing. Use the following two words (note the part of speech) in one sentence.

panacea (noun) + avert (verb)

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VOCABULARY, Sept. 22nd

Vocabulary building is important for both reading comprehension and writing. Use the following two words (note the part of speech) in one sentence.

evanescent (adjective) + diversification (noun)

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GRAMMAR QUESTION, Sept. 22nd

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

On those long Summer evenings my family and me enjoy a simple meal of barbecue steak with Caesar salad and potato, grilling steaks are marinated briefly for flavour.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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ALL CHANGE! September 15th

Change the words in the sentence below as indicated. You can only change the exact word in the sequence given; after someone else has posted the next change, then you can post another change. Student 1 writes #1 Subject Noun, and changes the subject noun; Student 2 writes #2 Direct Object Noun, and changes that noun. Each student only makes one change at a time and keeps to the order indicated.If you complete all 7 changes, then start making more changes again from 1 to 8.

Rachida quickly gave her young son a hug before he went to school.

1. change the subject noun 2. change the direct object noun
3. change the indirect object noun 4. change the verb
5. change the adjective 6. change the adverb of manner
7. change the verb tense 8. change the adverb clause of time

SENTENCE COMPLETION, Sept. 15th

Use the type of clause, phrase, or grammar indicated to complete the following sentence; you can add the phrase or clause before or after the clause below:

...the price of gasoline rose sharply last week ...
1. Use a phrase
2. Use a dependent clause
3. Use an independent clause

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VOCABULARY, Sept. 15th

Vocabulary building is important for both reading comprehension and writing. Use the following two words (note the part of speech) in one sentence.

unequivocal (adjective) + intercede (verb)

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ALL CHANGE! September 8th

Change the words in the sentence below as indicated. You can only change the exact word in the sequence given; after someone else has posted the next change, then you can post another change. With each posting, rewrite the whole sentence to make sure that it does make sense! If you complete all 7 changes, then start making more changes again from 1 to 7.

The young boy quickly took the candy from the packet.

1. change the subject noun 2. change the direct object noun
3. change the indirect object noun 4. change the verb
5. change the adjective 6. change the adverb of manner
7. change the verb tense

GRAMMAR QUESTION, September 8th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

When the employees from our office goes to a conference they all have fun and learned a lot.

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SENTENCE COMPLETION, September 8th

Use the type of clause, phrase, or grammar indicated to complete the following sentence; you can add the phrase or clause before or after the clause below:

...Prime Minister Stephen Harper has called an election for October 14th ...
1. Use a phrase
2. Use a dependent clause
3. Use an independent clause

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VOCABULARY, September 8th

Vocabulary building is important for both reading comprehension and writing. Use the following two words (note the part of speech) in one sentence.

syntax (noun) + genesis (noun)

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GRAMMAR QUESTION. August 25th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

Not only you but also your fellow employees need be in the office early tomorrow to sort the files, preparing for the interview and you will have to make applicant dossiers.

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SENTENCE COMPLETION, August 25th

Use the type of clause, phrase, or grammar indicated to complete the following sentence; you can add the phrase or clause before or after the clause below:

... the Olympic Games in Beijing are finally over ...
1. Use a phrase
2. Use a dependent clause
3. Use an independent clause

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VOCABULARY, August 25th

Vocabulary building is important for both reading comprehension and writing. Use the following two words (note the part of speech) in one sentence.

amoral (adjective) + pschopath (noun)

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SENTENCE COMPLETION, August 18th

Use the type of clause, phrase, or grammar indicated to complete the following sentence; you can add the phrase or clause before or after the clause below:

... the Olympic Games in Beijing are well under way ...
1. Use a phrase
2. Use a dependent clause
3. Use an independent clause

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IN THE NEWS, August 18th

Each week, there will be an overview of a business related issue that is in the news. Please post your personal responses to the news item. Bonus points for participation! Please respond to the following news item:

Athletes from some countries are offered financial prizes or bonuses if they win medals at the Olympic Games,whereas athletes, are not offered such incentives. is this fair? Or is this just a recognition that for many people, money is a huge motivating factor? What do you think and why?

VOCABULARY, August 18th

Vocabulary building is important for both reading comprehension and writing. Use the following two words (note the part of speech) in one sentence.

irrevocable (adjective) + impediment (noun)

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GRAMMAR QUESTION, August 5th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

Because the boss gave Tony and I such bad instructions for meeting the new clients we could have went the wrong way and ended up completely lost.


Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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GRAMMAR QUESTION OF THE WEEK, Feb. 25th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

There were a lot of applause at the Oscars and they had rose the most when the winner of the best movie had been announced.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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SENTENCE COMPLETION, July 21st

Use the type of clause/phrase indicated to either start or finish the following clause:

... summer is not the best time of year for getting work done in Canada ...

1. Use a phrase
2. Use a dependent clause
3. Use an independent clause

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VOCABULARY, June 2nd

Vocabulary building is important for both reading comprehension and writing. Use the following two words (note the part of speech) in one sentence.

autonomy (noun) + discredit (verb)

All correct answers are saved in the archives.

GRAMMAR QUESTION, July 28th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

Its important that all the staffs in the office are on time for todays meeting.


Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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SENTENCE COMPLETION, July 28th

Use the type of clause, phrase, or grammar indicated to complete the following sentence; you can add the phrase or clause before or after the clause below:

... there are very few people left in the office over the summer...
1. Use a phrase
2. Use a dependent clause
3. Use an independent clause

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VOCABULARY, July 28th

Vocabulary building is important for both reading comprehension and writing. Use the following two words (note the part of speech) in one sentence.

annuity (noun) + ingenious (adjective)

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GRAMMAR QUESTION, July 21st

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

The director and me need to know to who to send the rejecting letter before its written and in it's envelope.


Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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VOCABULARY, July 21st

Vocabulary building is important for both reading comprehension and writing. Use the following two words (note the part of speech) in one sentence.

malcontent (noun) + diffident (adjective)

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GRAMMAR QUESTION, July 14th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

Seeing that Starbucks opened in Safeway stores now, I wonder if they will now lose customers from their regular outlets.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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IN THE NEWS, July 14th

Each week, there will be an overview of a business related issue that is in the news. Please post your personal responses to the news item. Bonus points for participation! Please respond to the following news item:

The Government of Canada has still not agreed to meet targets for the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

VOCABULARY, July 14th

Vocabulary building is important for both reading comprehension and writing. Use the following two words (note the part of speech) in one sentence.

evocative (adjective) + monolith (noun)

Correct answers will be saved to the Blog archive.

SENTENCE COMPLETION, July 14th

Use the type of clause/phrase indicated to either start or finish the following clause:

I find it hard to get much work done in the office during the summer.

1. Use a phrase
2. Use a dependent clause
3. Use an independent clause

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GRAMMAR QUESTION, July 7th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

The two people in the interviewing panel were amused by some of the candidates, they later entertained their colleagues by telling jokes about them, they and they imitated their mannerisms.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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GRAMMAR QUESTION, June 26th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

An internation business traveller must remember to take their anti-malaria medicine regular preventing them from getting sick after travel to tropical countrys.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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SENTENCE COMPLETION, June 26th

Use the type of clause/phrase indicated to either start or finish the following clause:

The atmosphere in the office was uncomfortable ...

1. Use a phrase
2. Use a dependent clause
3. Use an independent clause

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GRAMMAR QUESTION, May 20th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

Every one of the employees who are in the companies family day race are here but we can't get started with the first ones until you line up on a starting line.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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VOCABULARY, May 20th

Vocabulary building is important for both reading comprehension and writing. Use the following two words (note the part of speech) in one sentence.

parameter (noun) + perspicacious (adjective)

All correct answers are saved in the archives.

GRAMMAR QUESTION OF THE WEEK, May 12th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

Even though that are lots of informations available on the companies internal internet; I don't know what most of them are meaning.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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GRAMMAR QUESTION OF THE WEEK, May 5th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

The junior clerk had spoken excitedly when she told her boss I did good on the keyboarding test and should pass easily.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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GRAMMAR QUESTION OF THE WEEK, June 2nd

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

How many pops you got in the stores display unit and how manys the same.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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GRAMMAR QUESTION OF THE WEEK, April 21st

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

If you don't mind me asking where you are going when me and my secretary saw you going out the door at 3:00 pm last Friday.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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GRAMMAR QUESTION OF THE WEEK, April 14th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

I am always getting to the office late while I leave home at 8:00 a.m.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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VOCABULARY, April 14th

Vocabulary building is important for both reading comprehension and writing. Use the following two words (note the part of speech) in one sentence.

benign (adjective) submit (verb)

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VOCABULARY, April 7th

Vocabulary building is important for both reading comprehension and writing. Use the following two words (note the part of speech) in one sentence.

agnostic (noun) subject (verb)

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GRAMMAR QUESTION OF THE WEEK, Feb. 4th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

The company were fantastic and their presentation impressive. The judges said it won the bid easily and with style however the losing companies were saying that the judges had made a dubious decision.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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GRAMMAR QUESTION OF THE WEEK, March 31st

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

Because it is april fools day tomorrow and many children or even adults which never grown up will play jokes on their friend and family.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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GRAMMAR QUESTION OF THE WEEK, March 17th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

If you don't mind me asking where were you going when me and my sister seen you leave the office last week?

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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GRAMMAR QUESTION OF THE WEEK, March 10th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

Please ask her where she is going but don't tell her that I ask for the informations.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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GRAMMAR QUESTION OF THE WEEK, March 3rd

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

Todays' election day in Alberta all of the partys are promising change but no one among all the people voting are really expecting to see much changes.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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GRAMMAR QUESTION OF THE WEEK, Feb. 25th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

There were a lot of applause at the Academy Awards show and they had rose the most when the winner of the best movie had been announced.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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LAUGH WITH ENGLISH!

Seen on a church bulletin board:

Visitors are more than welcome to join in worshipping with us. We want you to feed at home!

What do you think the writer really meant?

GRAMMAR QUESTION OF THE WEEK, Feb. 11th

Correct the errors in the following sentence:

I asked my supervisor how did she do in the business presentation. She replied I'm sure I did good I think I aced it.

Remember that there is more than one possible correct answer.

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GRAMMAR QUESTION OF THE WEEK, Jan. 21st

There are several errors in the following sentence. Please rewrite this sentence correctly. Note that there are many possible answers; there are lots of opportunities for bonus points.

The entertaining business is interested and its possible to meet famous people and receive ticket for popular events.

VOCABULARY, Dec. 1st

Vocabulary building is important for both reading comprehension and writing. Use the following two words (note the part of speech) in one sentence.

equilibrium (noun) + presage (verb)

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