1 Monday, September 14, 2015 Corrections: using the right word, comma to separate phrases/clauses When a dessert lizard senses danger it vibrates too instantly sink beneath the sand.

Comma to separate clauses Rule: Use commas after introductory clauses, phrases, or words that come before the main clause. Common starter words for introductory clauses that should be followed by a comma include after, although, as, because, if, since, when, while. Example: While I was eating, the cat scratched at the door. Because her alarm clock was broken, she was late for class. If you are ill, you ought to see a doctor. When the snow stops falling, we'll shovel the driveway. 2

Tuesday, September 15, 2015 Corrections: comma in a direct address, subject-verb agreement, end punctuation, parentheses Juan did you know that some kinds of wasps for example, mud daubers builds nests out of mud. 3

Comma in a direct address Rule: When a speaker in a sentence names the person to whom he is speaking, this addressing of his audience is called direct address. Direct address is indicated by the use of a comma or commas, depending upon its placement within the sentence. Example: 1. I think, John, you’re wrong. 2. John, I think you’re wrong. 3. I think you’re wrong, John. 4

Wednesday, September 16 Corrections: numbers, using the right word, capitalization, combining sentences a Queen bee can live for 5 years. She can lie millions of eggs. 5

Combining Simple Sentences Rule: A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses. That means that there are at least two complete thoughts within the sentence, and either can stand alone as a sentence. The clauses of a compound sentence are either separated by a semicolon or connected by a coordinating conjunction preceded by a comma. Example: Meriwether Lewis is famous for his expedition into the territory of the Louisiana Purchase, but few people know of his contributions to science. 6

Thursday, September 17, 2015 Corrections: using the right word, comma in numbers, subject-verb agreement Wood you believe a caterpillar have about 4000 muscles in it’s body? Corrections: comma splice, comma between independent clauses, verb tense Catfish are sort of weird, they didn’t have scales but they did have whiskers. 7

Comma Splice Rule: When two independent clauses are connected by only a comma, they create a run-on sentence that is called a comma-splice. When you use a comma to connect two independent clauses, it must be accompanied by a conjunction. Example: The sun is high, put on some sunblock. (wrong)  The sun is high, so put on some sunblock. (right) 8

Friday, September 18, 2015 Bellwork: In your journal section, head paper correctly and assignment title is Journal #6 Journal a full page on the following: Where do you think you will be in 10 years? Will you have your dream job? Will you still be in school? Think about the goals & expectations you have for your life as you write. 9