GRADE 10 READING & LANGUAGE · CHAPTER 1

Grammar & sentences

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  1. Revision & grammar

    Attach an introductory modifier clearly

    Revise an introductory describing phrase so the sentence names its intended doer immediately afterward.

  2. Grammar & punctuation

    Identify a verbal’s role in a sentence

    Distinguish gerunds, participles and infinitives by their form and grammatical role.

AN EXAMPLE FROM THIS CHAPTER

Intended meaning: the guide examined the map and then chose a route.

Which revision clearly makes the guide the doer of the introductory action?

Show answer & explanation

After examining the map, the guide chose a route.

The guide immediately follows the introductory action and is the person who examined the map.

Curriculum & source notes

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