1. Warm Ups
English 9C

2. Warm Up Monday, March 14, 2016
Copy the following definition into the grammar section of your binder.
A fragment is a group of words that looks like a sentence but is missing a subject, a verb, or a complete thought; therefore, it is an incomplete sentence.
Directions: Look at each group of words. Number Label each group as either a fragment or a complete sentence. If the words are a fragment, correct the fragment.
Because today is Monday
Yes, I did see that movie last weekend
After school on Tuesday, before dinner
Running around like gorillas in a cage
Since I grew up in Michigan near the lake

3. Warm Up Tuesday, March 15, 2016
Directions: Each number below contains an underlined fragment. For each one, explain how to fix it.
1. It’s hard to find time to study. With all of my other work.
2. I was running as fast as I could. Hoping to get there on time.
3. I enjoy watching scary movies. For example Dawn of the Dead and the Friday the 13th movies.

4. Warm Up Wednesday, March 16, 2016
A run-on is created when two complete sentences (independent clauses) are joined together incorrectly (without proper punctuation i.e. period, comma + conjunction, semi-colon) and are written as one sentence.
Directions: Re-write each sentence below correctly.
1. Exercising is important it can keep your weight down.
2. She started feeling bad on Monday, by Wednesday, she was running a high fever.
3. His job paid well, however, he still couldn’t make ends meet.
4. She had a sore throat she was running a fever.

5. Warm Up Thursday, March 17, 2016
Correct the following run-ons and fragments.
Although Mary has been my best friend.
No one I know watches that television show, I can’t believe it.
Her husband loves to cook, however, he does not like to clean the kitchen afterwards.

6. Warm Up Friday, March 18, 2016
Directions: For each group of words below, write Run-on, Fragment, or Correct.
Existed as long ago as B.C
The Maya created hundreds of great cities out of stone.
Most of the Maya were farmers they came to the cities to attend festivals.
Only priests, nobles, rulers, and officials.
The Maya built a network of roads these roads encouraged trade between groups of people throughout Central America.
In the tropical rain forests of northern Guatemala.
They were very advanced in science, mathematics, and art.
The Maya had a game that resembled basketball the players hit a rubber ball through a hoop with their elbows and hips.
Used astronomy to develop a calendar.
A Mayan calendar had 365 days.

7. Warm Up Monday, March 21, 2016
Correct the following run-ons and fragments.
Meet me after class, I want to talk with you.
The one who looks like a military officer but acts like a spoiled brat.
One of the best ways to improve your writing. Is to analyze what you read.

8. Warm Up Tuesday, March 22, 2016
Directions: Write Run-on, Fragment, or Correct for each group of words below.
___ 1. While they were gone to the grocery store.
___ 2. We are going to Florida for Spring Break.
___ 3. Before the children have to go to bed.
___ 4. They are beautiful.
___ 5. Three of us went on the retreat we all enjoyed it
___ 6. Because she had gone to her friend's house late at night without asking for permission.
___ 7. She hates cucumbers she won't eat them.
___ 8. I don't know when she's coming back.
___ 9. Since they left early in the morning.
___ 10. Mike doesn't know he hopes to find out tomorrow.

9. Warm Up Tuesday, March 29, 2016
Directions: Choose whether each sentence is “parallel” or “not parallel.” If you choose “not parallel” correctly rewrite the sentence. 1. Justin was excited about inviting friends over, eating a good meal, and a game of cards. 2. I have always enjoyed reading the book more than to watch the movie. 3. When the weather outside is cold and windy, I like to be indoors. 4. Running, lifting, and cycling are three of Ashley’s favorite exercises. 5. Doing homework is very difficult while I watch TV.

10. Warm Up Wednesday, March 30, 2016
Directions: Correct the following sentences by making them parallel.
1. She saw a van, a car, and bicycle collide.
2. He described skiing in the Alps, swimming in the Adriatic, and the drive across the Sahara Desert.
3. Ellie liked to have a coffee, exchange stories with her friends, and watching the people walk by.

11. Warm Up Thursday, March 31, 2016
Directions: Correct the following sentences by making them parallel.
1. James has wit, charm, and he has an extremely pleasant personality.
2. Ray’s GPA is higher than Ralph.
3. He wanted three things out of college: to learn a skill, to make good friends, and learning about life.
4. Coach Izzo was a brilliant strategist, a caring mentor, and friend.
5. We found the film repulsive, offensive, and we thought it was embarrassing.

12. Warm Up Friday, April 1, 2016
Rewrite each of the following sentences correctly.
The book told how to build a gun cabinet, how to build a bookcase, and all types of furniture that you can make.
When I was a member of the basketball team, everyone met me with a happy smile, made lively conversation, and I was invited to many parties.
Fires, caused by unheeding persons, have destroyed valuable forests and thereby decreasing our lumber resources.

13. Warm Up Monday, April 11, 2016
Rewrite each of the following sentences correctly.
In basketball, there is never a dull moment, any team can win, and a fine display of teamwork.
My parents liked peace and quiet and to relax in the evening at home.
Esther is a helpful person and who makes friends easily.

14. Warm Up Tuesday, April 12, 2016
Rewrite each of the following sentences correctly.
Yosemite is a park with spectacular scenery and which has half-tame bears.
My friends were always going off to jog in the park or a game of tennis.
The manager asked me to file an application and would I leave my number.

15. Warm Up Thursday, April 14, 2016
Rewrite each of the following sentences correctly.
Informing himself about the issue seemed just as important as to vote on it.
When my classmate read the draft of my essay, she thought my supporting evidence was strong, but she also thought that my weakness was my introduction.
As he worked on his essay, the student was thorough, hard-working, and thought about the issues.

16. Warm Up Friday, April 15, 2016
Rewrite each of the following sentences correctly.
She needed to know what the problem was, how to find information on it, and determining if the sources were reliable.
Some students enjoyed researching and reading more than the write-up.
Even though writing the essay was challenging for many students, they felt a sense of satisfaction and more self-confident when they had finished.

17. Warm Up Monday, April 18, 2016
Rewrite each of the following sentences correctly.
Adam convinced most of the audience because he argued logically, calmly, and was reasonable.
Because the dying woman was dignified and with courage, she won everyone’s respect.
The politician trusted no one, rewarded loyalty and was dependent only on his own instincts.

18. Warm Up Tuesday, April 19, 2016
Rewrite each of the following sentences correctly.
To decide on a career, people should think closely about their interests, hobbies and what they are skilled at.
The keys to maintaining good grades are to take effective notes in class, to plan study time and prepare carefully for exams.
In many ways, starting college at 30 is harder than to start at 18.