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Quick Reference Guides

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


Need to Know Grammar

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

Top 10(+) DOs & DON'Ts for Young Writers

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.

Parts of Speech Defined

Lists and defines the eight parts of speech.

Cliches: Avoid them "like the plague"

This is an ongoing list of cliches that make writing trite and dull.
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Self-Editing Guide

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

Proofreaders' Marks

Lists and defines the universal symbols used in copy editing.

Commonly Used Literary Terms Defined

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

Advanced Literary Terms Defined

Lists and defines the more advanced literary terms.

Test-Taking Strategies

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

Vocabulary Development

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

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