In other words, annotation serves an end in close reading—it is not an end in itself.

Taking responsibility for your actions being taught to children since grade school.

For me, their is one primary mission in my classroom

every day: to increase my students chances for long-term flourishing.

For me, their is one primary mission in my classroom

every day: to increase my students chances for long-term flourishing.

My sister, who graduated from Michigan State, just accepted a job at a major pharmaceutical company.

 When I speak to my teachers, I try to use a polite, deferential tone. 

Some school officials may claim moving starting times back will limit the amount of extra-curricular activities offered, but these objections are short-sighted.

John was taken aback, confused by my friendly words.

A(n)​ ​​ (a)   ​ contains a subject, a verb, and a complete thought.  It can stand alone as a sentence.​ ​

A(n) ​ (a)   contains a subject and a verb, but it does not contain a complete thought

 A(n) ​ (a)   is a word group that does not contain its own subject and / or verb.  It cannot stand alone as a sentence.

The acronym AAAWWUBBIS helps you to remember the subordinating conjunctions.  If you put an AAAWWUBBIS in front of a sentence, the sentence becomes a(n) ​ (a)  

A(n) ​ (a)   occurs when two sentences are improperly joined together.

The lack of punctuation or a ​ (a)   can cause a run-on sentence.

Use a semicolon to join two ​ (a)   clauses, creating a compound sentence.

Use a semicolon and a(n) ​ (a)   to create a compound sentence.

Use a semicolon to separate items in a series that also contain ​ (a)  

Use a colon after a stop to introduce a list of items or to introduce a(n)​ ​ (a)  

Use a colon after a stop to introduce an explanation or a(n) ​ (a)  

Use commas to separate items in a(n) ​ (a)  

Use a comma after a(n) ​ (a)   (introductory word, phrase, or clause).  

Use a comma to set off a(n) ​ (a)   (a nonessential phrase or clause) - a  word or phrase that stops  the flow of a sentence. 

Use a comma to set off a(n) ​ (a)    - a phrase that is added after an independent clause (could be a complete sentence) and is preceded by a comma.

A subject and a verb that are ​ (a)   must still agree. 

​ (a)   subjects (joined by and) take plural verbs. A plural verb does NOT end in –s. 

 In either / or situations, the verb must agree with the subject ​ (a)   to the verb. 

If the subject of the sentence is a singular indefinite pronoun (each, every, someone, anyone, etc.) use a ​ (a)   verb form. 

Children have been taught to take responsibility for their actions since grade school. 

If students face no consequence for unethical behavior when they are in school. 

We talked about three post-WWII presidents today: Truman, who pushed for the Marshall Plan to rebuild Europe, Eisenhower, who brought the Korean War to an end, and Kennedy, who dealt with the Cuban Missile Crisis.

We talked about three post-WWII presidents today: Truman, who pushed for the Marshall Plan to rebuild Europe; Eisenhower, who brought the Korean War to an end; and Kennedy, who dealt with the Cuban Missile Crisis. 

We talked about three post-WWII presidents today; Truman, who pushed for the Marshall Plan to rebuild Europe; Eisenhower, who brought the Korean War to an end; and Kennedy, who dealt with the Cuban Missile Crisis.

The disgraced politician stood at the podium and read the first line of his prepared statement, “I would like to begin by saying how sorry I am for disappointing the people of my district.” 

One of our managers ( is / are ) going to speak to your father.

Both of our managers ( is / are ) going to speak to your father.

Roger’s inability to focus, along with his sarcastic attitude, ( infuriate / infuriates ) his teachers.

Roger’s inability to focus and sarcastic attitude (infuriate / infuriates ) his teachers.

Neither Brian nor Tim ( has / have ) your mitre saw.

Brian and Tim ( has / have ) your mitre saw.

When writing an argumentative essay, what is the very first thing you should have in your introduction?

What is the last sentence in the introduction when writing an argumentative essay?

What is in the conclusion of an argumentative essay?

A cover letter is enthusiastic, passionate, and persuasive.

You do not indent paragraphs when writing a cover letter.

A cover letter is not in paragraphs.

A cover letter is specific to a company and a specific position.

A cover letter is double-spaced.

A cover letter showcases your communication skills, writing ability, and

writing style.

A resume is not a “Matter-of-Fact” Document.

Resumes include Skills, Experiences, Education and fun facts about you.

A resume is a marketing tool designed to capture attention and get you to the next stage in the recruitment process. 

A resume presents in writing the skills, accomplishments, and qualifications that you bring to a potential employer.

A resume is never required for any job, it is optional.

A resume is an interview getter.

An interview is your ultimate goal with a resume; it tells the hiring

manager that you have the necessary experience, skills, and education.

When you walk in for an interview, you should sit right away before the interviewer.

You should always wear a dress or suit for an interview.

Your resume should include transferable skills that more than one employer is looking for.

You should have a confident, firm handshake instead of a weak handshake.

the phones of Alyssa and Susan (separate possession) =

the strength of Ben =

the cars belonging to all of the teachers = 

the car shared by John and Heather = 

The dog belonging to Jess

the bags belonging to the players=

the books (owned separately) belonging to Steve and Larry

the books belonging to the students