Quick Reference Guides

These reference guides provide answers to common questions about writing and English or language arts classes.

Lists and explains the basic points of grammar that are absolutely necessary for anyone who wants to write well.

This guide began as a top 10 list, but has expanded to its current form. Provides examples and explanations for each item on the list.

Lists and defines the eight parts of speech.

This is an ongoing list of cliches that make writing trite and dull.

Lists step-by-step suggestions for self-editing/proofreading.

Lists and defines the universal symbols used in copy editing.

Lists and defines some of the most commonly used literary terms.

Lists and defines the more advanced literary terms.

Lists, defines, and provides examples of word roots, prefixes, and suffixes in order to help students enlarge and improve their vocabulary.

Lists, defines, and provides examples of word roots, prefixes, and suffixes in order to help students enlarge and improve their vocabulary.