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There’s nothing more important to learning English than understanding sentences! Writers need to know the difference between complete sentences (which express complete thoughts), and sentence fragments (which do not). Being able to recognize and write complete sentences is one of the most important skills in writing. This microlab will help you:
Placed correctly, commas help create a clear meaning. Placed incorrectly, commas can distort meaning and confuse readers. Good writers learn when—and when not—to use commas for the sake of clarity in their writing.
Capital letters occur so often in writing that writers hardly give them a second thought. However, when necessary capitals are missing, we immediately notice their absence. Can you imagine a history book, for example, discussing “ancient turkey?” Knowing when to use capital letters is an important part of making meaning clear.
The Rhetoric File at the Reading Writing Lab contains a wide variety of handouts to help students develop their literary prowess, from solving grammatical issues to discovering elements of style. Each file is available for download for educational use.