EUGHHHH Flashcards
What is Subject–Verb Disagreement?
An error that occurs when the subject and the verb in a sentence do not match in number (singular or plural).
Example: ‘The list of items are on the table.’ Correction: ‘The list of items is on the table.’
What is a Misplaced Modifier?
A modifier that is positioned too far from the word it is intended to modify, causing confusion or an unintended meaning.
Example: ‘She almost drove her kids to school every day.’ Note: The intended meaning may be unclear.
What is a Dangling Modifier?
A descriptive phrase that doesn’t clearly attach to a specific word in the sentence, leaving its intended subject ambiguous.
Example: ‘After finishing the assignment, the TV was turned on.’ Correction: ‘After finishing the assignment, she turned on the TV.’
What is Pronoun–Antecedent Disagreement?
Occurs when a pronoun does not agree in number or gender with its antecedent.
Example: ‘Every student must hand in their essay.’ Correction: ‘Every student must hand in his or her essay.’
What is a Comma Splice?
The improper joining of two independent clauses with only a comma, instead of using proper punctuation or conjunctions.
Example: ‘I wanted to go for a walk, I was too tired.’ Correction: ‘I wanted to go for a walk, but I was too tired.’
What is a Run-on Sentence?
A sentence in which two or more independent clauses are joined without proper punctuation or conjunctions, making it difficult to read.
Example: ‘He loves to read he spends hours in the library.’ Correction: ‘He loves to read, and he spends hours in the library.’
What is a Sentence Fragment?
An incomplete sentence that lacks a subject or verb, or does not express a complete thought.
Example: ‘Because it was raining.’ Correction: ‘We stayed inside because it was raining.’
What is a Parallel Structure Error?
Occurs when elements in a list or series are not presented in a consistent grammatical format, disrupting the sentence’s rhythm and clarity.
Example: ‘She likes hiking, to bike, and swimming.’ Correction: ‘She likes hiking, biking, and swimming.’
What is Verb Tense Inconsistency?
When a sentence inappropriately mixes verb tenses, confusing the timeline of events.
Example: ‘He walks to school and took the bus home.’ Correction: ‘He walks to school and takes the bus home.’
What is a Double Negative?
The use of two negatives in a sentence which can cancel each other out and lead to a confusing or unintended meaning.
Example: ‘I don’t need no help.’ Correction: ‘I don’t need any help.’
