1. AP Lang October 29-30 I can edit sentences for mistakes in mechanics and parallel structure. I can analyze a writer’s rhetoric and explain the effectiveness of its structure. I can imitate the style of an argument.

2. Clarification on Correlative Conjunctions and Commas Commas and correlative conjunctions a. Use no comma when the parallel segments are in the same clause—for example:commaclause It was either really stupid or really brave. Our diversity is not only a challenge but also a gift. b. Use a comma when the two parallel phrases are in separate clauses—for example: If there’s a truly monumental disaster, then appoint the two last presidents to lend a hand. [WSJ]WSJ c. But even when two correlative conjunctions are in the same clause, it’s often acceptable to insert a comma before the second conjunction either to create a natural-sounding pause, or to prevent confusion. Source: http://grammarist.com/grammar/conjunctions/

3. Wordiness, Usage, Misplaced Modifier, Double Negative, Hyphen, Parallel Structure, Colons, Semicolons, Commas Because of the fact that you through the ring out the car window that I gave you I really feel that our relationship is over and done with. Sharks are certainly as busy as bees, not only they can’t never sleep but also must swim day in and day out because they need water flowing over they’re gills to breathe. After World War II a great amount of women left jobs in America’s factories and professions to become full time wives, mothers, and they kept households running. I’d like you to except this offer you learn me to play the trumpet and I’ll give you the old record player from my attic. This is all that is written in the strange letter “To whom it may concern, The truth is that all is good with the world”. Take the quiz

4. The Declaration of Independence Finish questions Review the parts of a classical argument Read Elizabeth Cady Stanton’s Declaration of Sentiments Model your own Declaration of Independence. Make sure you imitate the sentence structure as well as the argumentative structure.