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Understanding Phrases and Clauses in Writing

In this lesson, we'll explore the differences between phrases and clauses, focusing on their structures and roles within sentences. We'll examine examples and identify meaningful chunks in sentences, such as the sentence about turkeys roosting. Understanding these elements is crucial for constructing clear and effective writing. Be prepared to engage in discussions about your choices and complete the assignment "Weathering these Phrases and Clauses" to reinforce your learning. This exercise will help you grasp the fundamental components of grammar.

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Understanding Phrases and Clauses in Writing

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  1. Welcome to class! In your G.U.M.S. on page 9, copy the sentence below that you think is divided into meaningful chunks. Be prepared to discuss your choice: The turkeys, roosting / in the street out / of coyotes’ reach, / clucked drowsily. The turkeys, / roosting in the street / out of coyotes’ reach, / clucked drowsily.

  2. WHY? b. The turkeys, / roosting in the street / out of coyotes’ reach, / clucked drowsily.

  3. G.U.M.S. page 10 CLAUSE PHRASE BOTH

  4. CLAUSES PHRASES

  5. PHRASES A phrase is … * a group of words * working together to form one idea * lacks either a subject or a verb (predicate) * cannot stand alone as a sentence

  6. PHRASES Prepositional Phrases: Our house in Maine is a cabin. Verb Phrases: His complaining is causing tension.

  7. CLAUSES A clause is … * a group of words * working together to form one idea * has a subject * has a verb (predicate) * could stand alone as a sentence

  8. Independent (Main) Clause * has a subject * has a predicate (verb) * can stand as a complete sentence

  9. Dependent (Subordinate) Clause * has a subject * has a predicate (verb) * can NOT stand as a complete sentence

  10. G.U.M.S. page CLAUSE PHRASE BOTH Group of words Working together Has a subject or a verb Cannot stand as a sentence Two examples: Prepositional phrases Verb phrases Group of words Working together Has a subject and a verb Can stand as a sentence Two types: Dependent – can’t stand alone as a sentence Independent – can stand alone as a sentence

  11. V Your assignment:Complete “Weathering these Phrases and Clauses” S I S P ____1. you should read more magazines (t) ____2. after the hurricane (s) ____3. as soon as the moon wanes (n) V S D If you do not finish in class, this becomes independent practice and is due at the beginning of class tomorrow!

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