1. Uncanny
Most people think: “weird in a bad way.”
Real meaning: strangely impressive or amazingly accurate.
Example: “She has an uncanny ability to read people.”
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2. Nonplussed
Most people think: “not bothered.”
Real meaning: completely confused, shocked, or unsure how to react.
Example: “He was nonplussed when she suddenly apologized.”
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3. Discerning
Most people think: “judgmental.”
Real meaning: having sharp, high-level taste and good judgment.
Example: “A discerning person doesn’t fall for fake friends.”
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4. Benign
Most people think: “weak, boring.”
Real meaning: harmless and gentle — often used for medical results.
Example: “Relax, the tumor was benign.”
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5. Munificent
Most people think: “small or minimal.”
Real meaning: extremely generous.
Example: “He gave a munificent donation to the school.”
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6. Immaculate
Most people think: “regular or acceptable.”
Real meaning: perfect, clean, with zero mistakes.
Example: “Her exam paper was immaculate.”
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7. Indefatigable
Most people think: “weak or tired.”
Real meaning: someone who never gets tired, unstoppable energy.
Example: “His effort was indefatigable.”
Credit to chatgbt
Most people think: “weird in a bad way.”
Real meaning: strangely impressive or amazingly accurate.
Example: “She has an uncanny ability to read people.”
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2. Nonplussed
Most people think: “not bothered.”
Real meaning: completely confused, shocked, or unsure how to react.
Example: “He was nonplussed when she suddenly apologized.”
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3. Discerning
Most people think: “judgmental.”
Real meaning: having sharp, high-level taste and good judgment.
Example: “A discerning person doesn’t fall for fake friends.”
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4. Benign
Most people think: “weak, boring.”
Real meaning: harmless and gentle — often used for medical results.
Example: “Relax, the tumor was benign.”
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5. Munificent
Most people think: “small or minimal.”
Real meaning: extremely generous.
Example: “He gave a munificent donation to the school.”
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6. Immaculate
Most people think: “regular or acceptable.”
Real meaning: perfect, clean, with zero mistakes.
Example: “Her exam paper was immaculate.”
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7. Indefatigable
Most people think: “weak or tired.”
Real meaning: someone who never gets tired, unstoppable energy.
Example: “His effort was indefatigable.”
Credit to chatgbt
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"Sixteen Tons"
(Verse 1)
You load sixteen tons, what do you get?
Another day older and deeper in debt
Saint Peter don't you call me 'cause I can't go
I owe my soul to the company store
(Chorus)
I was born one morning when the sun didn't shine
I picked up my shovel and I walked to the mine
I loaded sixteen tons of number nine coal
And the straw boss said, "Well bless my soul"
(Verse 2)
You load sixteen tons, what do you get?
Another day older and deeper in debt
Saint Peter don't you call me 'cause I can't go
I owe my soul to the company store
(Chorus)
I was born one morning when the sun didn't shine
I picked up my shovel and I walked to the mine
I loaded sixteen tons of number nine coal
And the straw boss said, "Well bless my soul"
(Verse 3)
I was born in a log cabin, on a mountain top
With a pick and a shovel, and a mining hat
I could pick up a shovel, and walk to the mine
And load sixteen tons, any old time
(Chorus)
I was born one morning when the sun didn't shine
I picked up my shovel and I walked to the mine
I loaded sixteen tons of number nine coal
And the straw boss said, "Well bless my soul"
(Verse 4)
You load sixteen tons, what do you get?
Another day older and deeper in debt
Saint Peter don't you call me 'cause I can't go
I owe my soul to the company store
(Chorus)
I was born one morning when the sun didn't shine
I picked up my shovel and I walked to the mine
I loaded sixteen tons of number nine coal
And the straw boss said, "Well bless my soul"
(Verse 1)
You load sixteen tons, what do you get?
Another day older and deeper in debt
Saint Peter don't you call me 'cause I can't go
I owe my soul to the company store
(Chorus)
I was born one morning when the sun didn't shine
I picked up my shovel and I walked to the mine
I loaded sixteen tons of number nine coal
And the straw boss said, "Well bless my soul"
(Verse 2)
You load sixteen tons, what do you get?
Another day older and deeper in debt
Saint Peter don't you call me 'cause I can't go
I owe my soul to the company store
(Chorus)
I was born one morning when the sun didn't shine
I picked up my shovel and I walked to the mine
I loaded sixteen tons of number nine coal
And the straw boss said, "Well bless my soul"
(Verse 3)
I was born in a log cabin, on a mountain top
With a pick and a shovel, and a mining hat
I could pick up a shovel, and walk to the mine
And load sixteen tons, any old time
(Chorus)
I was born one morning when the sun didn't shine
I picked up my shovel and I walked to the mine
I loaded sixteen tons of number nine coal
And the straw boss said, "Well bless my soul"
(Verse 4)
You load sixteen tons, what do you get?
Another day older and deeper in debt
Saint Peter don't you call me 'cause I can't go
I owe my soul to the company store
(Chorus)
I was born one morning when the sun didn't shine
I picked up my shovel and I walked to the mine
I loaded sixteen tons of number nine coal
And the straw boss said, "Well bless my soul"
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You’re in charge of designing the perfect education system.
But you can only choose one path, no mixing.
1️⃣ Pressure-based system:
Strict rules, tough exams, high competition.
Students become extremely skilled… but mental stress becomes a serious problem.
2️⃣ Freedom-based system:
Flexible learning, no harsh exams, creativity encouraged.
Students are mentally healthier… but academic performance becomes unpredictable.
Which system are you choosing, and why?
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But you can only choose one path, no mixing.
1️⃣ Pressure-based system:
Strict rules, tough exams, high competition.
Students become extremely skilled… but mental stress becomes a serious problem.
2️⃣ Freedom-based system:
Flexible learning, no harsh exams, creativity encouraged.
Students are mentally healthier… but academic performance becomes unpredictable.
Which system are you choosing, and why?
The person who elaborates it more gets pinned 📌
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Lean On (feat. MØ & DJ Snake) — Major Lazer
Do you recall, not long ago
We would walk on the sidewalk?
Innocent, remember?
All we did was care for each other
But the night was warm
We were bold and young
All around, the wind blows
We would only hold on to let go
Blow a kiss, fire a gun
We need someone to lean on
Blow a kiss, fire a gun
All we need is somebody to lean on
Blow a kiss, fire a gun
We need someone to lean on
Blow a kiss, fire a gun
A-A-All we need is somebody to lean on
(Hey, hey, hey, hey)
(Hey, hey, hey, hey)
What will we do when we get old?
Will we walk down the same road?
Will you be there by my side?
Standin' strong as the waves roll over
When the nights are long
Longing for you to come home
All around, the wind blows
We would only hold on to let go
Blow a kiss, fire a gun
We need someone to lean on
Blow a kiss, fire a gun
All we need is somebody to lean on (hey)
Blow a kiss, fire a gun
We need someone to lean on
Blow a kiss, fire a gun
A-A-All we need is somebody to lean on
All we need is somebody to lean on
(We need someone to lean on, hey)
(Hey, hey)
A-A-All we need is somebody to lean on
(Major Lazer, hey)
Oh, oh-oh
(Hey, hey, hey, hey)
(Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey)
Blow a kiss, fire a gun (hey, hey)
We need someone to lean on (hey, hey)
Blow a kiss, fire a gun (hey, hey)
All we need is somebody to lean on (hey, hey)
Blow a kiss, fire a gun (hey, hey)
We need someone to lean on (hey, hey)
Blow a kiss, fire a gun (hey, hey)
A-A-All we need is somebody to lean on (hey, hey)
Do you recall, not long ago
We would walk on the sidewalk?
Innocent, remember?
All we did was care for each other
But the night was warm
We were bold and young
All around, the wind blows
We would only hold on to let go
Blow a kiss, fire a gun
We need someone to lean on
Blow a kiss, fire a gun
All we need is somebody to lean on
Blow a kiss, fire a gun
We need someone to lean on
Blow a kiss, fire a gun
A-A-All we need is somebody to lean on
(Hey, hey, hey, hey)
(Hey, hey, hey, hey)
What will we do when we get old?
Will we walk down the same road?
Will you be there by my side?
Standin' strong as the waves roll over
When the nights are long
Longing for you to come home
All around, the wind blows
We would only hold on to let go
Blow a kiss, fire a gun
We need someone to lean on
Blow a kiss, fire a gun
All we need is somebody to lean on (hey)
Blow a kiss, fire a gun
We need someone to lean on
Blow a kiss, fire a gun
A-A-All we need is somebody to lean on
All we need is somebody to lean on
(We need someone to lean on, hey)
(Hey, hey)
A-A-All we need is somebody to lean on
(Major Lazer, hey)
Oh, oh-oh
(Hey, hey, hey, hey)
(Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey)
Blow a kiss, fire a gun (hey, hey)
We need someone to lean on (hey, hey)
Blow a kiss, fire a gun (hey, hey)
All we need is somebody to lean on (hey, hey)
Blow a kiss, fire a gun (hey, hey)
We need someone to lean on (hey, hey)
Blow a kiss, fire a gun (hey, hey)
A-A-All we need is somebody to lean on (hey, hey)
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Types of conditional sentences
▪️1. Zero Conditional
#Used for: general truths & facts
#Formula: If / When + Present Simple, Present Simple
#Example: If you heat ice, it melts.
▪️2. First Conditional
#Used for: real and possible future situations
#Formula: If + Present Simple, will + base verb
#Example: If it rains, I will stay at home.
▪️3. Second Conditional
#Used for: unreal or unlikely present/future situations
#Formula: If + Past Simple, would + base verb
#Example: If I were rich, I would travel the world.
▪️4. Third Conditional
#Used for: unreal past situations (regret)
#Formula: If + Past Perfect, would have + past participle
#Example: If I had studied harder, I would have passed the exam.
▪️5. Mixed Conditional
#Used for: past condition + present result
#Formula: If + Past Perfect, would + base verb
#Example: If I had slept early, I would feel better now.
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▪️1. Zero Conditional
#Used for: general truths & facts
#Formula: If / When + Present Simple, Present Simple
#Example: If you heat ice, it melts.
▪️2. First Conditional
#Used for: real and possible future situations
#Formula: If + Present Simple, will + base verb
#Example: If it rains, I will stay at home.
▪️3. Second Conditional
#Used for: unreal or unlikely present/future situations
#Formula: If + Past Simple, would + base verb
#Example: If I were rich, I would travel the world.
▪️4. Third Conditional
#Used for: unreal past situations (regret)
#Formula: If + Past Perfect, would have + past participle
#Example: If I had studied harder, I would have passed the exam.
▪️5. Mixed Conditional
#Used for: past condition + present result
#Formula: If + Past Perfect, would + base verb
#Example: If I had slept early, I would feel better now.
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FOR GRADE 11
Suffixes
What Are Suffixes?
Suffixes are groups of letters added at the end of a word. They change the word from one part of speech to another or give it a different meaning.
Six Important Suffixes with Meanings and Examples:
1. –ed
Meaning: Past-tense of verbs
e.g.: hopped, loved, played
2. –ing
Meaning: Present participle or continuous action
e.g.: running, speaking, writing
3. –ly
Meaning: Characteristic of (often forms adverbs)
e.g.: quickly, happily, slowly
4. -s, -es
Meaning: Plural forms or third person singular verbs
e.g.: books, writes, watches
5. -able, -ible
Meaning: Capable of being, can be done
e.g.: readable, visible, breakable
6. –ful
Meaning: Full of, having qualities of
e.g.: careful, joyful, helpful
Spelling Rules for Adding Suffixes
Rule 1: Adding –ness and –ly
When adding the suffixes –ness and –ly to a word, the spelling of the word usually does not change.
Examples:
· dark + ness = darkness
· scholar + ly = scholarly
Exception to this rule:
When the word ends in y, change the y to i before adding –ness and –ly.
Examples:
· ready + ly = readily
· happy + ness = happiness
Rule 2: Dropping the Silent E
When the suffix begins with a vowel, drop the silent e in the root word.
Examples:
· care + ing = caring
· use + able = usable
Exceptions to this rule:
When the word ends in ce or ge, keep the silent e if the suffix begins with a or o.
Examples:
· replace + able = replaceable
· courage + ous = courageous
Rule 3: Keeping the Silent E
When the suffix begins with a consonant, keep the silent e in the original word.
Examples:
· care + ful = careful
· care + less = careless
Exceptions to this rule:
Examples:
· true + ly = truly
· argue + ment = argument
Rule 4: Words Ending in Consonant + Y
When the word ends in a consonant plus y, change the y to i before any suffix not beginning with i.
Examples:
· sunny + er = sunnier
· hurry + ing = hurrying
Rule 5: Doubling the Final Consonant
When the suffix begins with a vowel, double the final consonant only if:
1. the word has only one syllable or is accented on the last syllable.
2. the word ends in a single vowel followed by a single consonant.
Examples:
· tan + ing = tanning (one syllable word)
· regret + ing = regretting (accent on last syllable; ends in single vowel + single consonant)
· cancel + ed = canceled (accent is not on the last syllable)
· prefer + ed = preferred (accent on last syllable; ends in single vowel + single consonant)
In short:
Suffixes are important for changing word forms and meanings. Learning these spelling rules will help you write correctly and understand how words are formed in English. Remember to pay attention to how words end (with silent e, with y, or with a consonant) and what the suffix begins with (vowel or consonant) to apply the correct rule.
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Suffixes
What Are Suffixes?
Suffixes are groups of letters added at the end of a word. They change the word from one part of speech to another or give it a different meaning.
Six Important Suffixes with Meanings and Examples:
1. –ed
Meaning: Past-tense of verbs
e.g.: hopped, loved, played
2. –ing
Meaning: Present participle or continuous action
e.g.: running, speaking, writing
3. –ly
Meaning: Characteristic of (often forms adverbs)
e.g.: quickly, happily, slowly
4. -s, -es
Meaning: Plural forms or third person singular verbs
e.g.: books, writes, watches
5. -able, -ible
Meaning: Capable of being, can be done
e.g.: readable, visible, breakable
6. –ful
Meaning: Full of, having qualities of
e.g.: careful, joyful, helpful
Spelling Rules for Adding Suffixes
Rule 1: Adding –ness and –ly
When adding the suffixes –ness and –ly to a word, the spelling of the word usually does not change.
Examples:
· dark + ness = darkness
· scholar + ly = scholarly
Exception to this rule:
When the word ends in y, change the y to i before adding –ness and –ly.
Examples:
· ready + ly = readily
· happy + ness = happiness
Rule 2: Dropping the Silent E
When the suffix begins with a vowel, drop the silent e in the root word.
Examples:
· care + ing = caring
· use + able = usable
Exceptions to this rule:
When the word ends in ce or ge, keep the silent e if the suffix begins with a or o.
Examples:
· replace + able = replaceable
· courage + ous = courageous
Rule 3: Keeping the Silent E
When the suffix begins with a consonant, keep the silent e in the original word.
Examples:
· care + ful = careful
· care + less = careless
Exceptions to this rule:
Examples:
· true + ly = truly
· argue + ment = argument
Rule 4: Words Ending in Consonant + Y
When the word ends in a consonant plus y, change the y to i before any suffix not beginning with i.
Examples:
· sunny + er = sunnier
· hurry + ing = hurrying
Rule 5: Doubling the Final Consonant
When the suffix begins with a vowel, double the final consonant only if:
1. the word has only one syllable or is accented on the last syllable.
2. the word ends in a single vowel followed by a single consonant.
Examples:
· tan + ing = tanning (one syllable word)
· regret + ing = regretting (accent on last syllable; ends in single vowel + single consonant)
· cancel + ed = canceled (accent is not on the last syllable)
· prefer + ed = preferred (accent on last syllable; ends in single vowel + single consonant)
In short:
Suffixes are important for changing word forms and meanings. Learning these spelling rules will help you write correctly and understand how words are formed in English. Remember to pay attention to how words end (with silent e, with y, or with a consonant) and what the suffix begins with (vowel or consonant) to apply the correct rule.
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FOR GRADE 10
(For all sections [A-D])
Subject–Verb Agreement
1. BASIC RULE
Subjects and verbs must agree in number.
Examples:
One of the employees expressed her satisfaction with her job.
Two of the employees expressed their satisfaction with their jobs.
2. EXPRESSIONS WITH “ONE OF”, “EITHER OF”, “NEITHER OF”
These expressions are often followed by a plural countable noun, but they take a singular verb.
When a relative pronoun such as who, which, that, or whom is used, the verb agrees with the noun that comes before the relative pronoun.
Examples:
One of the pressing problems of the day is sustaining the unity of the country.
One of the problems which ring in the mind of most Ethiopians these days are sustaining the unity of the country.
3. SUBJECTS JOINED BY CERTAIN EXPRESSIONS
When two subjects are joined by expressions such as together with, along with, as well as, in addition, including, and with, the verb usually agrees with the first subject.
Example:
The Prime Minister, together with his military officers, has visited the war zone in the north-east part of the country.
4. SUBJECTS JOINED BY EITHER OR AND NEITHER NOR
When subjects are joined by either or or neither nor, the verb agrees with the subject that is closer to the verb.
Examples:
Either the children or their father has not yet arrived home.
Neither their father nor the children have yet arrived home.
5. WORDS BEFORE PREPOSITIONS
The word that comes before the preposition determines whether the verb is singular or plural.
Example:
The titles in this book are written in question form.
6. NON-COUNT NOUNS WITH PHRASAL QUANTIFIERS
Non-count nouns usually take a singular verb.
When they are preceded by phrasal quantifiers such as a piece of, an item of, a slice of, or a bar of, the verb agrees with the quantifier.
Examples:
The slices of bread have been on the dining table.
The items of information you have collected from non-trustworthy media are dangerous in disturbing the people.
In short:
Subjects and verbs must agree in number.
Expressions like one of, either of and neither of usually take singular verbs.
When a relative pronoun is used, the verb agrees with the antecedent.
With expressions such as together with and along with, the verb agrees with the first subject.
With either or and neither nor, the verb agrees with the subject closer to it.
The noun before a preposition determines the verb.
With phrasal quantifiers, the verb agrees with the quantifier.
(For all sections [A-D])
Subject–Verb Agreement
1. BASIC RULE
Subjects and verbs must agree in number.
Examples:
One of the employees expressed her satisfaction with her job.
Two of the employees expressed their satisfaction with their jobs.
2. EXPRESSIONS WITH “ONE OF”, “EITHER OF”, “NEITHER OF”
These expressions are often followed by a plural countable noun, but they take a singular verb.
When a relative pronoun such as who, which, that, or whom is used, the verb agrees with the noun that comes before the relative pronoun.
Examples:
One of the pressing problems of the day is sustaining the unity of the country.
One of the problems which ring in the mind of most Ethiopians these days are sustaining the unity of the country.
3. SUBJECTS JOINED BY CERTAIN EXPRESSIONS
When two subjects are joined by expressions such as together with, along with, as well as, in addition, including, and with, the verb usually agrees with the first subject.
Example:
The Prime Minister, together with his military officers, has visited the war zone in the north-east part of the country.
4. SUBJECTS JOINED BY EITHER OR AND NEITHER NOR
When subjects are joined by either or or neither nor, the verb agrees with the subject that is closer to the verb.
Examples:
Either the children or their father has not yet arrived home.
Neither their father nor the children have yet arrived home.
5. WORDS BEFORE PREPOSITIONS
The word that comes before the preposition determines whether the verb is singular or plural.
Example:
The titles in this book are written in question form.
6. NON-COUNT NOUNS WITH PHRASAL QUANTIFIERS
Non-count nouns usually take a singular verb.
When they are preceded by phrasal quantifiers such as a piece of, an item of, a slice of, or a bar of, the verb agrees with the quantifier.
Examples:
The slices of bread have been on the dining table.
The items of information you have collected from non-trustworthy media are dangerous in disturbing the people.
In short:
Subjects and verbs must agree in number.
Expressions like one of, either of and neither of usually take singular verbs.
When a relative pronoun is used, the verb agrees with the antecedent.
With expressions such as together with and along with, the verb agrees with the first subject.
With either or and neither nor, the verb agrees with the subject closer to it.
The noun before a preposition determines the verb.
With phrasal quantifiers, the verb agrees with the quantifier.
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FOR GRADE 12
Dangling Modifiers
Definition:
A dangling modifier is an introductory word, phrase, or clause that does not logically modify the subject that follows it.
Rule:
The subject immediately following an introductory modifier must perform the action stated in that modifier.
Why Dangling Modifiers Occur?
Dangling modifiers occur when:
The logical subject is missing, or
The subject present does not logically relate to the modifier.
Common Forms:
Present participle phrases (burning, speaking, riding)
Perfect participle phrases (having finished, having locked)
Introductory clauses (when, while, after, because)
Examples: Correct vs. Incorrect (DM)
Example 1
Incorrect (DM):
Using the Pythagorean Theorem, the math problem was easily solved.
Correct:
Using the Pythagorean Theorem, the student solved the math problem.
Example 2
Incorrect (DM):
Arriving home after ten months in the army, Michael’s neighbors threw a block party.
Correct:
Arriving home after ten months in the army, Michael was welcomed with a block party by his neighbors.
Example 3
Incorrect (DM):
Having finished the essay, a new Facebook status was uploaded.
Correct:
Having finished the essay, I uploaded a new Facebook status.
Example 4
Incorrect (DM):
Burning quickly, several hoses were turned on the house.
Correct:
Burning quickly, the house was sprayed with water by the firefighters.
Example 5
Incorrect (DM):
Hanging safely on a wall, a security guard pointed to the priceless painting.
Correct:
Hanging safely on a wall, the priceless painting attracted the attention of a security guard.
Note:
Every introductory modifier must clearly and immediately describe the correct subject; otherwise, it is a dangling modifier.
Dangling Modifiers
Definition:
A dangling modifier is an introductory word, phrase, or clause that does not logically modify the subject that follows it.
Rule:
The subject immediately following an introductory modifier must perform the action stated in that modifier.
Why Dangling Modifiers Occur?
Dangling modifiers occur when:
The logical subject is missing, or
The subject present does not logically relate to the modifier.
Common Forms:
Present participle phrases (burning, speaking, riding)
Perfect participle phrases (having finished, having locked)
Introductory clauses (when, while, after, because)
Examples: Correct vs. Incorrect (DM)
Example 1
Incorrect (DM):
Using the Pythagorean Theorem, the math problem was easily solved.
Correct:
Using the Pythagorean Theorem, the student solved the math problem.
Example 2
Incorrect (DM):
Arriving home after ten months in the army, Michael’s neighbors threw a block party.
Correct:
Arriving home after ten months in the army, Michael was welcomed with a block party by his neighbors.
Example 3
Incorrect (DM):
Having finished the essay, a new Facebook status was uploaded.
Correct:
Having finished the essay, I uploaded a new Facebook status.
Example 4
Incorrect (DM):
Burning quickly, several hoses were turned on the house.
Correct:
Burning quickly, the house was sprayed with water by the firefighters.
Example 5
Incorrect (DM):
Hanging safely on a wall, a security guard pointed to the priceless painting.
Correct:
Hanging safely on a wall, the priceless painting attracted the attention of a security guard.
Note:
Every introductory modifier must clearly and immediately describe the correct subject; otherwise, it is a dangling modifier.
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Make and Do
Common Collocations:
MAKE
Use make with nouns related to creation, results, decisions, plans, sounds or communication.
Examples
make an occasion
make an impression
make an effort
make a comment
make an offer
make a demand
make a change
make an attempt
make a gesture
make noise
make progress
make a movement
make a guess
➡ These are called make collocations.
DO
Use do with nouns related to activities, work, duties, studies or tasks.
Examples:
do gardening
do one’s duty
do a course
do business
do damage
do a degree
do homework
➡ These are called do collocations
Common Collocations:
MAKE
Use make with nouns related to creation, results, decisions, plans, sounds or communication.
Examples
make an occasion
make an impression
make an effort
make a comment
make an offer
make a demand
make a change
make an attempt
make a gesture
make noise
make progress
make a movement
make a guess
➡ These are called make collocations.
DO
Use do with nouns related to activities, work, duties, studies or tasks.
Examples:
do gardening
do one’s duty
do a course
do business
do damage
do a degree
do homework
➡ These are called do collocations
WORD POWER
Egregious: shocking
e.g. The teacher condemned the student’s egregious behavior during the examination.
Clandestine: secret
e.g. The rebels held a clandestine meeting late at night.
Avarice: greed
e.g. His avarice led him to exploit the poor for personal gain.
Derogatory: insulting
e.g. She was criticized for making derogatory remarks about her colleagues.
Commiserate: sympathize
e.g. Friends gathered to commiserate with the family after their great loss.
Harbinger: sign
e.g. The dark clouds were a harbinger of the coming storm.
Idiosyncratic: unique
e.g. His idiosyncratic teaching style made the lessons memorable.
Abate: lessen
e.g. The rain finally began to abate in the evening.
Aberration: oddity
e.g. The sudden drop in temperature was an aberration for this season.
Cogent: convincing
e.g. She presented a cogent argument that changed everyone’s opinion.
Efficacious: effective
e.g. The new medicine proved efficacious in treating the disease.
Abnegation: denial/self-denial
e.g. Her life of abnegation was dedicated to helping others.
Ebullient: cheerful
e.g. His ebullient personality brightened the entire classroom.
Animosity: hatred
e.g. Years of conflict created deep animosity between the two groups.
Elucidate: explain
e.g. The professor paused to elucidate the complex theory.
Contravene: violate
e.g. The company was fined for contravening environmental laws.
Conundrum: puzzle
e.g. Choosing between the two jobs presented a difficult conundrum.
Aplomb: confidence
e.g. She answered the challenging questions with calm aplomb.
Egregious: shocking
e.g. The teacher condemned the student’s egregious behavior during the examination.
Clandestine: secret
e.g. The rebels held a clandestine meeting late at night.
Avarice: greed
e.g. His avarice led him to exploit the poor for personal gain.
Derogatory: insulting
e.g. She was criticized for making derogatory remarks about her colleagues.
Commiserate: sympathize
e.g. Friends gathered to commiserate with the family after their great loss.
Harbinger: sign
e.g. The dark clouds were a harbinger of the coming storm.
Idiosyncratic: unique
e.g. His idiosyncratic teaching style made the lessons memorable.
Abate: lessen
e.g. The rain finally began to abate in the evening.
Aberration: oddity
e.g. The sudden drop in temperature was an aberration for this season.
Cogent: convincing
e.g. She presented a cogent argument that changed everyone’s opinion.
Efficacious: effective
e.g. The new medicine proved efficacious in treating the disease.
Abnegation: denial/self-denial
e.g. Her life of abnegation was dedicated to helping others.
Ebullient: cheerful
e.g. His ebullient personality brightened the entire classroom.
Animosity: hatred
e.g. Years of conflict created deep animosity between the two groups.
Elucidate: explain
e.g. The professor paused to elucidate the complex theory.
Contravene: violate
e.g. The company was fined for contravening environmental laws.
Conundrum: puzzle
e.g. Choosing between the two jobs presented a difficult conundrum.
Aplomb: confidence
e.g. She answered the challenging questions with calm aplomb.
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