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Why do we need to introduce ourselves?

It's really important to introduce ourselves when we meet new people so they feel more comfortable and you'll have a good first impression. A good self-introduction will help you “break the ice” when meeting new people.

When you want to introduce yourself, you can start it with greetings then tell them what's your name, your address, if necessary you can tell them about your educational details, and tell them what do you like so you can end it with thanks.

Here's I'm going to give you an example of self-introduction. Keep your eye on it and if you find any mistakes on it, you'll be free to tell me.

Name : Rina Khafizah
English Study Program, IAIN Palangka Raya
Assignment for Speaking for Group Activities lesson.

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•HURUF VOKAL HANGUL
ㅛ 👉 요 YO
ㅕ 👉 여 YEO
ㅑ 👉 야 YA
ㅐ 👉 애 AE
ㅔ 👉 에 E
ㅗ 👉 오 O
ㅓ 👉 어 EO
ㅏ 👉 아 A
ㅣ 👉 이 I
ㅠ 👉 유 YU
ㅜ 👉 우 U
ㅡ 👉 으 EU
ㅒ 👉 얘 YAE
ㅖ 👉 예 YE
ㅢ 👉 의 UI
ㅘ 👉 와 WA
ㅟ 👉 위 WI
ㅚ 👉 외 OE
ㅞ 👉 웨 WE
ㅙ 👉 왜 WAE
ㅝ 👉 워 WO

•HURUF KONSONAN HANGUL
ㅂ 👉 B
ㅈ 👉  J
ㄷ 👉  D
ㄱ 👉  G
ㅅ 👉  S
ㅁ 👉  M
ㄴ 👉  N
ㅇ 👉  NG
ㄹ 👉  R/L
ㅎ 👉  H
ㅋ 👉  K
ㅌ 👉  T
ㅊ 👉  CH
ㅍ 👉  P
ㅃ 👉  PP
ㅉ 👉  JJ
ㄸ 👉  TT
ㄲ 👉  KK
ㅆ 👉  SS


―네 adalah ya
―아니요 adalah tidak

🔹Main Difference – Could vs Would
Could and would are two modal verbs that often confuse English learners. Although both words can sometimes have similar meanings, these two verbs have specific functions. Could is the past tense of can and would is the past tense of will. Could indicates an ability whereas would indicates a possibility. This is the main difference between could and would.

🖇 Could – Meaning and Usage
Could is the past tense of can. Could can be used to express a possibility, ability, requests and permission. The use of could makes a sentence more polite and formal. You can notice these features by looking at the examples below.

We could have helped her.

You could have told me the truth.

The old man couldn’t hear anything before the operation.

When we were young, we could run so fast.

Could I ask some questions?

Could you please close the door?

Could I get you something to drink?

When could is used to indicate a possibility, could implies a weaker possibility (than can). Unlike can, could is only used to ask for permission; it cannot be used to grant permission. Most importantly, could is more formal than can.

🖇 Would – Meaning and Usage
Would is the past tense of will. Would can be used when talking about future in the past as well as in reported speech. It is also used in the formation of conditional clauses. Here, would indicates an imaginary or an impossible situation. Since would is the past form of will, it is also used to describe what people wanted to do or were willing to do.

He promised me that he would meet her next day.

She would let him eat in the dining hall when nobody was at home.

If you had helped me, I would have been successful.

If I were you, I would kill him.

If we had money, we would go abroad.

Would can also be used to express a wish, preference, offer, or request more politely since it is considered to be more polite and formal than will.

Would you like to have a cup of coffee – Offer

I would like to speak to you alone.– Request

I would rather kill myself than surrender. – Preference

I would like to travel the world one day. – Wish

Difference Between Could and Would
Sometimes many English learners are confused when would and could are used interchangeably in requests. For example,

Could you please close the door?

Would you please close the door?

Although both sentences are not incorrect, would indicates a willingness, possibility, and probability whereas could indicates ability.

🔎 Past Form
Could is the past tense of can.
Would is the past tense of will.

🔎 Indications
Could expresses ability and permission.
Would expresses preference, probability, request, offer, and wishes.

🔎Ability vs Probability
Could expresses an ability.
Would expresses a possibility or probability.

1. Advise, Advice

Advise (nasihat) - Tawaran saran tentang tindakan terbaik kepada seseorang.

Advice (saran) - suatu opini atau rekomendasi yang ditawarkan sebagai panduan tindakan, perilaku, dsb.

Example: Neha advised me to give Pooja an advice on what to wear for the party.

(Neha menasihati aku untuk memberi Pooja saran tentang pakaian untuk dikenakan ke pesta.)

2. Weather, Whether

Weather (cuaca) - keadaan atmosfer di suatu tempat dan waktu tertentu sehubungan dengan panas, awan, kekeringan, sinar matahari, angin, hujan, dsb.

Whether (seandainya, apakah, entah) - mengekspresikan keraguan atau pilihan di antara alternatif.

Example: Whether you agree to it or not, the weather has become cold.

(Entah kau menyetujuinya atau tidak, cuaca sudah menjadi dingin.)

3. Alter, Altar

Alter (perubahan) - perubahan dalam karakter atau komposisi, biasanya dengan cara yang relatif kecil tapi signifikan.

Altar (altar) - Tempat atau bangunan tinggi jaman dahulu untuk upacara religius yang mungkin dilangsungkan atau pada saat pengorbanan mungkin ditawarkan.

Example: We need to alter the altar. It is very old now.

(Kita harus mengubah altar itu. Sudah sangat tua sekarang.)

4. Principal, Principle

Principal (utama, pokok) - pertama dalam urutan kepentingan; utama.

Principle (prinsip, pendirian) - perilaku dan sikap yang benar secara moral.

Example: The principal of that school is a man of principles.

(Hal pokok dari sekolah itu adalah menjadi orang berprinsip.)

5. Bare, Bear

Bare (telanjang) - (orang atau bagian tubuh) tidak berpakaian atau tertutup.

Bear (beruang) -  mamalia besar dan berat yang berjalan dengan telapak kakinya, mempunyai bulu lebat dan ekor yang sangat pendek.

Bear (menahan) - menanggung/menyangga; membawa beban.

Example: The bear was bare. He was bearing the weight of the tree.

(Beruang itu telanjang. Dia menahan berat pohon itu.)

6. Whole, Hole

Whole (seluruh) - semua; keseluruhan.

Hole (lubang) - tempat berongga pada suatu badi atau permukaan yang solid.

There were holes in the whole cake.

(Ada lubang-lubang di seluruh kue itu.)

7. Prey, Pray

Prey (buruan) - hewan yang diburu dan dibunuh oleh sesuatu yang lain untuk makanan.

Pray (berdoa) -  ditujukan pada doa kepada Tuhan atau dewa lain.

The elephant fell prey to the tiger and got hurt. Everybody was praying for the elephant to get well soon.

(Gajah itu diburu harimau dan terluka. Semuanya berdoa untuk sang gajah supaya lekas sembuh.)

1. BRB - Be Right Back [Segera kembali]

2. BTW - By The Way {Dalam perjalanan]

3. OMG - Oh My God {Ya Tuhan]

4. POV - Point Of View [Sudut pandang]

5. TBH - To Be Honest [Sejujurnya]

6. FYI - For Your Information [Untuk informasi/Untuk Anda ketahui]

7. TTYL - Talk To You Later [Kita bicara lagi nanti]

8. LOL - Laugh Out Loud [Tertawa terbahak-bahak]

9. DND - Do Not Disturb [Jangan ganggu]

10. ASAP - As Soon As Possible [Sesegera mungkin]

11. DP - Display Picture [Gambar tampilan]

12. NTN - Nothing [Tidak ada]

13. THX - Thanks (TY = Thank you) [Terima kasih]

14. Bcoz - Because [Karena]

     A compare and or contrast paragraph is required if you are asked to examine similarities and or differences. Compare focuses on similarities. Contrast focuses on differences.

Topic sentence : identifies the topic and the intention to compare and or contrast X and Y; comments on the degree of similarity or difference.

Support sentences: describe and compare features of chosen topics.

Concluding sentence: summarises and interprets differences and similarities.

Useful transitional words and phrases
For comparison : similar to, similarly, in the same way, like, equally, again, also, too, each of, just as … so
For contrast : in contrast, on the other hand, different from, whereas, while, unlike, however, but, although, however, conversely, yet, unlike.

In a compare and contrast paragraph, you write about the similarities and differences between two or more people, places, things, or ideas.

Organizing two compare-and-contrast paragraphs is just a mini version of creating a compare-and-contrast essay. This kind of essay examines two or more subjects by comparing their similarities and contrasting their differences. In the same way, compare-contrast paragraphs compare and contrast two things in two separate paragraphs. There are two basic methods for organizing compare-contrast paragraphs: the block format and a format where the writer separates similarities and differences.

Block Format
When using the block format for a two-paragraph comparison, discuss one subject in the first paragraph and the other in the second, as follows:

Paragraph 1: The opening sentence names the two subjects and states that they are very similar, very different or have many important (or interesting) similarities and differences. The remainder of the paragraph describes the features of the first subject without referring to the second subject.

Paragraph 2: The opening sentence must contain a transition showing you are comparing the second subject to the first, such as: "Unlike (or similar to) subject No. 1, subject No. 2..." Discuss all the features of subject No. 2 in relation to subject No. 1 using compare-contrast cue words such as "like," "similar to," "also," "unlike," and "on the other hand," for each comparison. End this paragraph with a personal statement, a prediction or another enlightening conclusion.

Separating Similarities and Differences
When using this format, discuss only the similarities in the first paragraph and only the differences in the next. This format requires careful use of many compare-contrast cue words and is, therefore, more difficult to write well. Create the paragraphs as follows:
Paragraph 1: The opening sentence names the two subjects and states that they are very similar, very different or have many important (or interesting) similarities and differences. Continue discussing similarities only using compare-contrast cue words such as "like," "similar to" and "also," for each comparison.

Paragraph 2: The opening sentence must contain a transition showing that you are pivoting to discussing differences, such as: "Despite all these similarities, (these two subjects) differ in significant ways." Then describe all the differences, using compare-contrast cue words such as "differs," "unlike," and "on the other hand," for each comparison. End the paragraph with a personal statement, a prediction, or another compelling conclusion.

Create a Pre-Writing Chart
In organizing compare-contrast paragraphs, using either of the above methods, students may find it helpful to create a compare-contrast-prewriting chart. To create this chart, students would create a three-column table or chart with the following headers topping each column: "Subject 1," "Features," and "Subject 2." Students then list the subjects and features in the appropriate columns.

The Purpose of Comparison and Contrast in Writing
Comparison in writing discusses elements that are similar, while contrast in writing discusses elements that are different. A compare-and-contrast essay, then, analyzes two subjects by comparing them, contrasting them, or both.
The key to a good compare-and-contrast essay is to choose two or more subjects that connect in a meaningful way. The purpose of conducting the comparison or contrast is not to state the obvious but rather to illuminate subtle differences or unexpected similarities. For example, if you wanted to focus on contrasting two subjects you would not pick apples and oranges; rather, you might choose to compare and contrast two types of oranges or two types of apples to highlight subtle differences. For example, Red Delicious apples are sweet, while Granny Smiths are tart and acidic. Drawing distinctions between elements in a similar category will increase the audience’s understanding of that category, which is the purpose of the compare-and-contrast essay.
Similarly, to focus on comparison, choose two subjects that seem at first to be unrelated. For a comparison essay, you likely would not choose two apples or two oranges because they share so many of the same properties already. Rather, you might try to compare how apples and oranges are quite similar. The more divergent the two subjects initially seem, the more interesting a comparison essay will be.

The Structure of a Comparison and Contrast Essay
The compare-and-contrast essay starts with a thesis that clearly states the two subjects that are to be compared, contrasted, or both and the reason for doing so. The thesis could lean more toward comparing, contrasting, or both. Remember, the point of comparing and contrasting is to provide useful knowledge to the reader. Take the following thesis as an example that leans more toward contrasting.
Thesis statement: Organic vegetables may cost more than those that are conventionally grown, but when put to the test, they are definitely worth every extra penny.

Writing a Comparison and Contrast Essay
First choose whether you want to compare seemingly disparate subjects, contrast seemingly similar subjects, or compare and contrast subjects. Once you have decided on a topic, introduce it with an engaging opening paragraph. Your thesis should come at the end of the introduction, and it should establish the subjects you will compare, contrast, or both as well as state what can be learned from doing so.
The body of the essay can be organized in one of two ways: by subject or by individual points. The organizing strategy that you choose will depend on, as always, your audience and your purpose. You may also consider your particular approach to the subjects as well as the nature of the subjects themselves; some subjects might better lend themselves to one structure or the other. Make sure to use comparison and contrast phrases to cue the reader to the ways in which you are analyzing the relationship between the subjects.
After you finish analyzing the subjects, write a conclusion that summarizes the main points of the essay and reinforces your thesis.

How to Write a Compare and Contrast Essay
Simply put, it is an essay evaluating the similarities and differences between two subjects. These subjects will be in the same category, but different. You might compare and contrast two different kinds of pets, or two novels from the same historical time period.

Maybe you’re thinking that writing an essay about just one subject is hard enough! Where do you even begin with a coherent essay about two topics?

No worries. Here is a step-by-step guide to writing a great compare and contrast essay.

Step 1 - Choose Your Subject

Remember that your two subjects must be different, but still in the same ballpark, to create a meaningful compare-and-contrast essay. For example, if you want to write about two different historical figures, it makes sense to choose two great artists rather than an artist and a politician.
Step 2 - Brainstorm Similarities and Differences

Make two lists: one list of similarities, and another of differences. If you are a visual person, a Venn diagram can facilitate this process. Simply create two overlapping circles, one for each of the topics that you are comparing. Traits that differ are noted separately, within those that they share are written in the overlapping space. This is a helpful visual aid, because it organizes similarities and differences clearly. All you have to do is glance at your Venn diagram to get a sense of the things that you could write about. If you prefer to focus on one subject at a time, jot your lists down on a blank sheet of paper and flip it over to the other side for the other subject. Remember to keep characteristics of the different subjects somewhat parallel.
Step 3 - Hone in on Your Main Argument

A good compare-and-contrast essay goes beyond a simple listing of similarities and differences to make a meaningful statement about a larger topic. When you look at the lists you’ve made, what strikes you as significant? What do these similarities and differences say about the topic? That will be your main argument.
Step 4 - Decide on Your Organizational Structure

There are many possibilities for structuring a compare-and-contrast essay. You could write about one subject in detail, and then switch to the other.
Step 5 - Write an Outline

Craft an outline that fits the structure you have chosen. Traditionally, an essay consists of an introductory paragraph, three body paragraphs, and a conclusion. Consider including four body paragraphs instead to give balance to your two subjects.
Step 6 - Fill in Supporting Evidence

As you begin to write your essay, back up your assertions with evidence from research, reading, or personal experience. If you are comparing and contrasting cats and dogs, use personal anecdotes about friends and their pets to bolster your arguments.
Step 7 - Craft Your Essay with Strong Transitional Words

Transitional words give your essay a nice flow from one statement to the next. When comparing, use words like “both,” “likewise” and “similarly.” Words such as “nonetheless,” “on the other hand,” and “whereas” are ideal for forming a contrast.
Step 8 - Proofread and Revise Carefully

Once you have finished, read your essay several times to check spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Make use of spell check and grammar check tools in your word processing program. If possible, get a friend to cast a fresh pair of eyes on it to find mistakes you might have missed. We often have difficulty reading our own work objectively and can miss silly mistakes.

     An illustration paragraph, or an illustrative paragraph is one written to illustrate a point with examples. It consists of a topic sentence followed by specific examples arranged in some order. Transition phrases such as "for example' or "for instance" and "another illustration is" are often used. Illustrative style is a style which relies on examples and word pictures. Good examples give writing vividness, energy and narrative power in either fiction or non-fiction.

In an illustration paragraph, specific examples are used to clarify and support a general statement.

🔹 Topic sentence makes a general statement.
🔹 Support sentences give one or more specific examples.
🔹 Concluding sentence (usually unnecessary)

The illustration (examples) paragraph is useful when we want to explain or clarify something, such as an object, a person, a concept, or a situation. When we illustrate, we show how something is as we point out. When we illustrate with examples, we give instances that show or prove to the readers so they can see for themselves how something is as we claim it to be.

You will notice, then, that illustration paragraphs often answer questions that ask what, how, in what way—questions that need or ask for explanation, examples, cases, and details to illustrate how something is true.

An illustration essay is a practical exercise before writing your future thesis. People call it as student’s first step to the joy of discovery. This kind of papers encourages them to use fresh ideas when it comes to supportive arguments and to pay more attention to the research process. Illustration essay teaches how to find and assemble relevant materials for writing. It is one of the basic tasks students deal with at college. Let’s figure out some tips that will help you to receive higher grades.

An illustration essay is a kind of informative writing, whose purpose is to demonstrate that particular thing exists and acts in a certain way. An illustration essay is also known as exemplification paper. It means that an author needs to summarize empirical data and include their definition. It is not a discovery of something brand-new, just a summary of experiences by providing vivid examples that clarify the issue. These examples are what makes an illustration essay good.

No focus on sensations or discoveries is required. One has to demonstrate a topic idea through supporting facts so readers can imagine those situations. The explanation of findings with a chain of examples is a must. Use people, situations, experiences that make an issue more related to real life.

How to Write 1 Well Developed Illustration Paragraph

The Illustration paragraph is an excellent start for basic level writers and ESL writers; this type of paragraph is one of the most basic types of paragraphs and easy to follow. Moreover, the illustration paragraph helps writers become more analytical in a fully developed and focused way.

The illustration paragraph allows writers to examine one element from his or her life and explain his/her likes or dislikes regarding this element by using clear and specific examples. This element can be anything, such as a specific place, a specific thing, a person, a subject, a job, an animal, etc. This type of paragraph allows writers to understand his or her feelings about his/her written subject. The following format and two examples of an illustration paragraph provide a helpful tool for writers to follow. Step 1 provides general advice about planning your paragraph.

Step 2 contains a step by step format/recipe of an illustration paragraph. Step 3 and 4 are two student samples that compliment the format in step 2.

Be sure to take time and think about the one element that you want to write about. Take some time to think of three things to tell why you like or dislike this element. Furthermore, be sure to think of specific examples that will support your three reasons.

Follow this format:

A standard format/recipe of an illustration paragraph:

a). Write 1 clear topic sentence that mentions the element that you are going to write about, and be sure to include 3 key words or phrases that explain why you like or dislike the element that you are writing about.

b). Write 1 sentence that explains your first key word from your topic sentence.

c). Write 1-2 sentences that provide a clear and specific example that supports the explanation of you first key word.

d). Using a transitional phrase, write 1 sentence that explains your second key word.

e). Write 1-2 sentences of a clear and specific example that supports your explanation of your second key word.

f) Using another transitional phrase, write 1 sentence that explains your third key word from your topic sentence.

g) Write 1-2 more sentences that contain a supportive clear and specific example for your third key word.

h) Write 1 concluding sentence that will seal off your entire paragraph.

Descriptive Paragraph and How to Write a Descriptive Paragraph

A descriptive paragraph is a collection of multiple sentences to convey a distinct message of a single person, place or thing. It begins with a descriptive sentence that clearly states the topic that will be rolled out in the following sentences. A well-written descriptive paragraph pulls in all five senses to engage the reader. The use of smell, sight, touch, sound and taste in expressive language captivates the reader on many levels. If done well, your short piece of descriptive writing will have the opportunity to leave a strong impression on the reader.

Types of Descriptive Paragraphs
A short piece of descriptive writing can go a few ways, depending on the writer’s intentions. There are mainly two types to consider when writing a descriptive essay. An objective description typically relies on neutral words that don’t arouse strong emotions in the reader. A subjective description reels the reader into the subject by evoking emotions through clear, concise copy with strong descriptions.

Writing a descriptive paragraph requires you to use observation, creativity and revision.

Observation is key to composing a descriptive paragraph. Spend time studying your subject. Make notes about what you see, smell, hear, taste or feel. Try to get as specific as you can.

As you begin writing, try to use specific language rather than general terms. For example, instead of writing “furniture,” write “rocking chair” or “bunk bed.” Avoid abstract words that are difficult for a reader to picture, such as “nice,” “beautiful” or “love.” Specific words will help the reader see your object in a much more powerful way.

One of the best ways to write a strong descriptive paragraph is to include sensory details. Involve all the senses in your paragraph -- not just sight, but also sounds, smells, tastes and touch. For example, if you were describing your family’s lakeside cabin, you could write about the sound of the lapping waves, the scent of pine trees, the reflection of the sun on the water or the feel of the worn porch steps beneath your bare feet. Avoid general descriptions and aim for specific, unique details.

Revision is a key step in writing a descriptive paragraph. Review your writing, looking for ways to turn a general word or phrase into something more specific. Check to make sure you included all five senses in your description if possible. Test your description by reading your paragraph to a friend or relative without telling them what you’re describing. If they’re confused or can’t tell what your subject is, you may need to include more details or be more specific.

A good descriptive paragraph is like a window into another world. Through the use of careful examples or details, an author can conjure a scene that vividly describes a person, place, or thing. The best descriptive writing appeals to multiple senses at once―smell, sight, taste, touch, and hearing―and is found in both fiction and nonfiction. After identifying that subject in a clear topic sentence, they proceed to describe it in detail while explaining its personal significance. If you want to immerse a reader in an essay or story, there’s no better way to do it than with a crisp, vivid descriptive paragraph. These paragraphs are best when you let your creativity take control, experimenting with structure and content and using unusual, striking phrases to hook your reader’s attention. Whether you’re describing a person, place, or thing, your paragraph should make your reader feel like they’re right there with you or your characters, experiencing the moment firsthand.

👥 Describing a Person
Step 1 : Start your paragraph with a general topic sentence that introduces the person. A succinct introduction sentence at the start of your paragraph will help catch the reader’s attention and shift their focus to the person you’re about to describe. Keep this first sentence clear and concise, focusing on one aspect of their appearance so you don’t overwhelm your reader with too much description right away. You can also split your topic sentence into 2 sentences for clarity and flow.
Step 2 : Focus on the most striking part of their appearance first. To hook your readers in even more, go straight from your general introduction to the most interesting or unusual part of the person’s appearance. Think of this as the thing that you notice first, or that makes the biggest impression on you when you first see it. If you’re writing a more creative piece, like a narrative, you can also use this as your introductory sentence.
Step 3 : Focus on physical details that hint at the person’s personality. By carefully choosing your descriptive words, your paragraph can paint a vivid picture of the person while giving the reader a sense of who they really are. Search for strong, resonant words that get across the point you want to make and create a tone that fits with the person.
Step 4 : Fill in any last details to give a good general picture. Make sure that your reader has a good sense for the most important parts of this person’s appearance. You want to at least touch on key aspects of their body and clothing, as well as their face, since these are the parts of the person that the reader will be most interested in. Continue to use strong, descriptive words and challenge yourself to describe them in unique ways.
Step 5 : Use figurative language and strong adjectives throughout your paragraph. Metaphors, similes, and striking, descriptive language will help you paint a picture of the person without losing the reader’s interest. You want to evoke the spirit and appearance of the person without getting too wordy, and strong, well-chosen language and phrases are the best way to do that. Challenge yourself to include a turn of phrase you’ve never heard before, or use a word in a new way to bring out new dimensions of your character or person.
Step 6 : End the paragraph with a resonant description or conclusion. The end of your paragraph is the part that will stick in your reader’s mind. Try to make your last sentence the most interesting one, either with an unexpected final description or by summarizing the material in a unique, surprising way.

🍀 Writing about an Object
Step 1 : Give an idea of the size and general shape of the object. The best way to set up a paragraph describing an object is to immediately give the reader a sense of the object’s position and size. How much space does it take up? Can it fit in the palm of your hand, or does it loom over you? Has it sat so long in one place that it’s gathered dust, or is it constantly in motion? Feel free to split your topic sentence into 2 sentences for clarity and flow.
Step 2 : Describe its sensory details, like color, texture, or taste. Strong sensory details can help your reader relate to an object they’ve never seen before, or cast new light on something familiar. These succinct descriptions, relating to the reader’s sense of touch, smell, taste, or sight, will make the object come alive. Talk about how heavy it is, whether it’s hot or cold, how strong it is, its smell, or even its taste. Get creative!
Step 3 : Talk about what it’s used for to give a sense of its purpose. How do you use this object—or do you not use it at all? Why, or why not? Showing the reader the object’s purpose through strong, descriptive adjectives can help them visualize it more strongly, or even imagine what it would be like to use it themselves.
Step 4 : End by telling or showing how the object is significant, depending on your tone. If you’re asking your reader to read a whole paragraph just about an object, you want them to know why it’s so important. You can do this by telling the reader directly, if your tone is more concise or succinct. For a more subtle option, try showing them its significance by including relevant, telling details about the object or the way someone treats it.

🛤️ Writing a Descriptive Paragraph About a Place
Step 1 : Start by describing the first thing that strikes you about the place. What’s the thing that you notice first when you walk into this house, into this office, or down that street? Is it a certain building, a sign, a window, or even a group of people? Whatever it is that makes this place interesting to you—whether real or made-up—that’s probably the thing that’ll hook your readers, too. Consider focusing on an attribute that you’ll be specifically elaborating on later in the paragraph. Feel free to split your topic sentence into multiple sentences for clarity and flow.
Step 2 : Highlight small place details to make your description interesting. Almost everyone has seen a bedroom before, or gone into a classroom or a grocery store. Focusing on specific aspects that make the room, classroom, or grocery store unique and different is what will hook your readers and help them visualize this place.
Step 3 : Use surprising, exotic language to make the place come to life. Even the most seemingly boring of locations can become vivid and fascinating when paired with strong language. Look for words that capture the spirit of the place, whether it’s a strange old house or a teenage boy’s bedroom. Try descriptive words you normally wouldn’t use and see how they work in your paragraph—you might be surprised by the results.
Step 4 : Add sensory details to appeal to your sense of scent, touch, and sound. Make your readers feel exactly what it’s like to be in this place, from the wind on their face to the sound of dogs barking or cars rushing past. Can they smell anything? What are they looking at? What do they hear?
Step 5 : Write about how you or your character react to the place. Huge chunks of place description can get a little boring for even the most dedicated reader. To keep their attention, add a little action into the mix. Placing a person in your location, even if it’s just a general “you,” can invite the reader to step into their shoes and actually interact with the place, and can also create an interesting, unique tone.
Step 6 : Include only the most important details so you don’t bog your reader down. Keep your place description paragraph to 3-4 sentences of just the most important aspects. Don’t overload your reader with things they don’t need to know! Include only the details that give them the sharpest picture of the place, contribute to the tone of your overall piece, or end up being important later in your story or essay.

Process Paragraph and How to Write a Process Paragraph.

A process paragraph is a series of steps that explain how something happens or how to make something. It can explain anything from the way to enrich vocabulary to overcoming insomnia to the procedure of operating a machine. It may also give tips for improving pronunciation or for answering a telephone call. Because such explanations must be clear, the process paragraph must be written in chronological order, and it must include a topic sentence that clearly states the paragraph’s purpose. It must also include transition words and phrases such as “first,” “next,” “finally,” that connect each of the steps.

There are two kinds of process paragraphs: directional and informational. A directional process paragraph explains the directions to perform a task. It provides the reader a set of instructions or a step-by-step guidance.

🍁 How to Write a Process Paragraph

1) Selecting An Idea
When you tell someone how to do something in chronological order or in logical steps, you are telling someone how to complete a process. Writing the process can be completed in one well developed paragraph. This article will give you several process paragraph examples to help you be a better process writer.

2) Run Through of the Steps
The three main steps in writing a process paragraph are as follows: write a topic sentence, write the body that includes the steps to complete the process, and write a conclusion. The process paragraph should be six or more sentences.
Step 1) Write a Solid Topic Sentence The topic sentence should be first and tell what you will be explaining or what directions you will give. It should tell your topic, tell the process that will be explained in the paragraph and make a point.
Step 2) Body or Detail Sentences The body of the process paragraph is all about the steps. They are generally given in time order. Before writing the body of the paragraph, it is helpful to make a numbered list of all the steps that need to be followed. Then write the body. Make sure to use transitional words for good flow of ideas.
Step 3) Conclusion End the paragraph with a concluding sentence. It should restate the topic and wrap up the paragraph. Once you have written your first draft, make sure to check that the whole paragraph flows smoothly and check for any grammar mistakes.

In this article, I will explain to you about Transitional Paragraph. I hope this article will help you in any of your assignments about Transitional Paragraph itself. So, let's check this out!

TRANSITIONAL PARAGRAPH

🍁 What will be explained :
     1) What is Definition of Transitional Paragraph?
     2) How Transitional Paragraph work for?
     3) What Types of Transitional Paragraph are?

A transitional paragraph is a paragraph in an essay, speech, composition, or report that signals a shift from one section, idea, or approach to another.

Usually short (sometimes as short as one or two sentences), a transitional paragraph is most commonly used to summarize the ideas of one part of a text in preparation for the beginning of another part.

Using transitional phrases is a way to guide your reader from one thought to the next. These are used within your paragraphs as you move from one idea to another as well as when you need to move your reader to the next paragraph. Think of transitions as the links that help your writing flow. You can also think of a transition as a sort of bridge between ideas or between paragraphs. Rather than leap from one idea to the next, a transitional word or phrase will offer connection and flow.

Different transitions serve different purposes, such as showing a contrast, showing cause and effect, or elaborating upon an idea.

Use good paragraph transition words in essays to help your ideas flow throughout the essay, as well. In these ways, transition words serve as a sort of writing glue. Yet, don't use the same transition repeatedly, unless you are doing so for a specific effect.

Transitional words and phrases  connect sentences and paragraphs to each other. Paragraph transitions suggest a particular relationship between one idea and the next. Within a paragraph, transitions provide coherence: a sense that the paragraph contains one main argument or idea. Between paragraphs, paragraph transitions help with the flow of writing from beginning to end, as well as the sense of the coherence of the whole essay. Transitional words and phrases often occur at the beginning of a sentence and, for more formal writing, transitional expressions are set off with a comma. Some transition words (for example, "too" or "as well") more often occur at the end or even in the middle of a sentence, however.

To help you practice transitional words, here is a transition word list that shows the relationship the transitional words or phrases indicate. As a transition word exercise, revise a paragraph adding the appropriate transition word or phrase.

Every paragraph should have a relationship to the previous paragraph. Using key phrases or words from a previous paragraph at the start of the next one can make a natural transition. Transitional words or phrases allow the reader to understand not only the connection between different paragraphs, but also the connection between a particular paragraph and the main point (i.e. the thesis) of your writing.

Transition words prevent our writing from sounding stilted or choppy. They sew our paragraphs together, making our writing flow better, connecting one idea to the next.

It's important to make sure transitional words fall naturally into your composition. Review the sentences below to see how the transition words make the writing flow better. Transition words cue the reader to relationships between your ideas, especially for a change of ideas. Some examples of transition words you can use include:
▪ First
▪ In addition
▪ In contrast
▪ Next
▪ Then
▪ However
▪ Obviously
▪ Therefore
▪ Consequently
▪ In conclusion

Make sure to vary the transition words that you use. Using “however” throughout your essay will sound repetitive and confuse the reader. Therefore, take the time to think about which transitions will work best to help you move through your ideas, and help your readers understand the point that you want to make in your writing.

At the beginning of each supporting paragraph, start with a topic sentence. This is a way to introduce the ideas that you’re going to discuss in that paragraph. You can elevate your topic sentence by using a transition word or phrase to show that you’re switching to a new idea.

The organization of your paper can also help boost the paragraph transitions. As you think about the supporting ideas in your body paragraphs, determine which order you should present them in. Consider how the ideas in each paragraph can build off each other. Is there a logical order that you could use? Try rearranging the ideas to find the right order for your ideas.

Along with organizing your essay, you can improve paragraph transitions by discussing the relationship between ideas. For example, at the end of your first supporting paragraph, you could discuss how that idea leads into the next body paragraph. Help your readers understand why you ordered the ideas the way that you did. How does your first body paragraph relate to the second paragraph? Don’t make your reader guess what you’re thinking; state your ideas, and let the reader know how those ideas relate.

In conclusion, it’s important to use paragraph transitions to help lead your reader through your ideas. By using transition words, topic sentences, organization, and relationships, you can improve paragraph transitions and keep your reader following your thought process from start to finish.

Transitional devices are words or short phrases that can help link paragraphs to one another. Some of the devices listed below can be used with more than one effect, and some are better suited for informal writing than academic essays. Always keep in mind your intended audience when choosing a transitional word or phrase.

Below are examples of the many different types of transitional expressions:
▪ To signal an addition:  and, again, besides, equally important, finally, furthermore, lastly, moreover, in addition, first (second, third, etc.)
▪ To signal a comparison: whereas, yet, on the other hand, however, nevertheless, on the contrary, by comparison, although, meanwhile, in contrast
▪ To signal an exception: yet, still, however, in spite of, despite, of course, once in a while
▪ To signal time or a sequence: immediately, thereafter, finally, later, previously, formerly, first (second, third, etc.), next, and so forth, consequently, subsequently, thus, hence, therefore
▪ To signal repetition: in brief, as has been noted, in essence, in other words, namely, that is, that is to say
▪ To signal emphasis: obviously, in fact, indeed, without a doubt, undeniably, without reservation
▪ To signal an example: for example, for instance, in another case, on this occasion, in this situation, to demonstrate, to illustrate
▪ To signal a conclusion: in brief, to conclude, in conclusion, hence, therefore, accordingly, thus, as a result, consequently
▪ To signal cause or effect: accordingly, as a result, because, consequently, otherwise, therefore, thus.

In this article, I will explain to you about Narrative text. I hope this article will help you in any your assignments about Narrative itself. So, let's check this out!

NARRATIVE TEXT

🍀What will be explained :
     1) What is Narrative Text?
     2) Chronological Order?
     3) Transitional Signals used in Narrative Paragraph?

✨ Definition of Narrative Text itself is a story with complication or problematic events and it tries to find the resolutions to solve the problems. An important part of narrative text is the narrative mode, the set of methods used to communicate the narrative through a process narration.

✨ The Purpose of Narrative Text is to amuse or to entertain the reader with a story.

✨ Generic Structures of Narrative Text :
1) Orientation
Sets the scene: where and when the story happened and introduces the participants of the story: who and what is involved in the story.

2) Complication
Tells the beginning of the problems which leads to the crisis (climax) of the main participants.

3) Resolution
The problem (the crisis) is resolved, either in a happy ending or in a sad (tragic) ending

4) Re-orientation
This is a closing remark to the story and it is optional. It consists  of  a  moral  lesson,  advice  or  teaching  from  the writer

Narrative is that kind of discourse which answers the question “what happened?”. It is concerned with times, actions, and events in motion (Warriner, 1986 : 461). Narrative paragraph tells a story by relating a series of events in time order. Narrative includes all writing that provides an account of an event or a series of events (Eschholz and Rosa, 1993 : 55).

Narrative is also a type of writing in which the details or the ideas in a sequence of events or steps of the process are arranged on the basic time. The details are arranged in chronological order and transitional words or phrases expressing time, such as : soon, immediately, afterwards, as soon as, are commonly used, etc. The use of these devices gives the readers a clear picture of the sequence of events.

Narrative paragraph is used when we want to recount an event or an experience or to tell a miniature story. We relate the events in straight chronological order. It can be stated that a narrative paragraph is one of four basic types of prose, which tells a story by relating a series of events in chronological order. To narrate is to tell a story, to tell what happened.

To make a good narrative paragraph, first we need to including all the significant events, second we don't need to bring up un-significance points, third it follows a logical time sequence, fourth it doesn't drag on, its pace is brisk and last thing it has a point that can be drawn from the story.

Many writers prefer to narrate a sequence chronologically; that is as it actually occurred, starting at the beginning and stopping at the end. Others choose to recognize time in flashback. Here, the end of the story might be told first with the beginning and middle added on make the ending understandable. And there are other ways we can recognize time. We can build to a climax by crowding more incidents into shorter and shorter period of time.

Transitions of words, phrases or sentences are all important in narrative. We are familiar with such ordering expressions as first, second, third, finally, later, next, last, etc. We can use them to direct by her traffic in our stories. When we use flashback, we need words and phrases like: earlier all at once and so on.

A good narrative paragraph at least has four essential features.

First : context, we make clear when the action happened and where it happened and to whom.
Second : point of view, we establish and maintain a consistent relationship to the action.
Third : selection of details, we should carefully choose what to include, focusing on those actions and details that are most important to the story.
Fourth : organization of the events of the narrative in an appropriate sequence, often a strict chronologically with a clear beginning, middle, and the end.

          In this discussion, we will learn about pre-writing strategies. To learn pre-writing strategies in paragraph writing that will be learn in the next unit, but now we need to learn about concept to unity and coherence of a paragraph.

🌀 The Unity
      Do you know what unity is? Unity means that the ideas of the supporting sentences are all clearly connected to the main idea expressed in the topic sentence. In the other word, all the details are relevant to the one controlling idea. Unity in a paragraph intends to explain. The paragraph as a whole should focus on that idea. The best way to keep our paragraph unified is to be sure of what we intended to do. One way to make our intention clear is to begin with a topic sentence. By beginning paragraph with a topic sentence we immediately signal to our readers the main idea that we will develop in that paragraph. On the other hand we can't include any information that doesn't directly support the topic sentence.

🌀 The Coherence
      Literally, the word coherence means “sticking together”. A paragraph is coherent when the sentences are woven together in such a way that our readers can move easily from one sentence to the next one and read the paragraph as an integrated whole. A paragraph coheres—holds together—when the sentences are arranged in a clear, logical order and when the sentences are related like links in a chain. A coherence paragraph contains sentences that are logically arranged and flow smoothly. The connections between sentences are made in three ways, called cohesive elements such as: repetition of keywords, use a reference word, use of a transition word.

          A good paragraph should have unity and coherence. Unity means that the ideas of the supporting sentences are all clearly connected to the main idea expressed in the topic sentence. The best way to keep our paragraph unified is to be sure of what we intended to do. One way to make our intention clear is to begin with a topic sentence. Coherence means sticking together. A paragraph is coherent when the sentences are woven together in such a way that our readers can move easily from one sentence to the next and read the paragraph as an integrated whole. A paragraph coheres—holds together–when they sentences are arranged in a clear, logical order, and when the sentences are related like links in a chain. A coherent paragraph contains sentences that are logically arranged and flow smoothly.

Today's Topic : Paragraph Structure

»» Definition of Paragraph
          Paragraph is a series of closely related sentence discusses one single idea. These sentences adequately develop the central or controlling idea of the paragraph. The central or controlling idea, usually stated in a topic sentence, is necessarily related to the purpose of the whole composition.

The purposes of paragraph are to give information, to explain something, to tell a story and to convince someone that our idea is right.

»» Structures of a Paragraph
          A paragraph has a least three major structural parts : a topic sentence, supporting sentence and a concluding sentence.

📍Topic Sentence
          A topic sentence is a clear statement that gives the main idea. When we want to write a good topic sentence, we need to pay attention to these two hints; first, get the readers attention and second, avoid unnecessary word.

A topic sentence ia a sentence that states the main idea of the paragraph. It should be carefully worded to express a limited main idea. It helps us focus our idea and helps the readers understand the main idea quickly.

A topic sentence doesn't always have to come at the beginning of the paragraph, it can come at the middle or at the end. It is the most important sentence in the paragraph. Usually, it consists of a complete sentence that contains a subject, verb, and usually a complement and express a complete thought.

📍Supporting Sentence
          Supporting sentence is a sentence that gives more information about the topic sentence. They develop the topic sentence and also called development sentences. All the sentences must be related to the topic sentence and explain the topic sentence by giving reasons, illustration, example, fact, statistics and quotation.

There are at least two kinds of the supporting sentence; first, a major support sentence that develop the controlling idea of the paragraph by telling the readers something new or different about the idea and it directly supports the controlling idea by making the idea easy to understood. Second, a minor support sentence that develop the controlling idea. It directly supports it's major support sentence by making it more easily understood.

📍Concluding Sentence
          A conclusion is a judgement based on the evidence and must be logical. The last sentence of a paragraph is concluding sentence. It doesn't add new information to the paragraph, it repeats the main idea or idea using slightly different word. It signals the end of the paragraph and summarizes the importance point briefly.

          There are some steps for building the paragraph. First, selecting the topic. Second, writing a general statement (topic sentence) about the topic. Third jotting down possible details about the topic. Fourth, developing those details into supporting sentence. Fifth, reading the whole paragraph and make whatever changes we fell will improve our writing.

»» Types of Paragraph
          There are some kinds of paragraph. I will tell some of those kinds,
🔖Narrative Paragraph, is one of four basic types of prose which tells a story by relating a series of events in chronological order, to narrative is to tell a story, to tell what happened.
🔖Descriptive Paragraph, is type of writing in which the ideas are arranged on the basic of space or location, such as in the description of a person, a landscape, a building and so on.
🔖Expository Paragraph, is a paragraph that presents a certain amount of information about a subject. In expository paragraph, the writer provides information about a particular subject.
🔖Persuasive Paragraph, is a special type of paragraph that gives reasons. It is also called argumentation, it usually contains a signal of its purpose in the topic sentence. It may also contain word such as, should or ought to, or word that express judgement about a thing or idea. To persuade is to convince someone that a particular opinion or point of view is the right one.

Adjective Clauses
—an adjective clause is a clause that describes a word or a group of words in another clause. Adjective clauses are often part of a complex sentence.

Adjective clauses use that, who, whom, and which to begin the clause :

She's the person who gave me the idea.
or
She's the person that gave me the idea.

In both sentences, the person is described by...

she gave me the idea.

...but use that or who in place of "she."

A complex sentence has at least one main clause and one or more subordinate clauses. The subordinate clause may be a noun clause, an adjective clause (relative clause) or an adverb clause. The adjective clause is used to modify a noun. A noun is a word that names a person, place, thing, or idea. Examples: man, city, book, and courage.

Example :
I met a man who is kind to everybody.
I met a man = an independent clause or a main clause.
who is kind to everbody = a dependent clause = adjective clause.

Adjective clause that require commas are called “non-essential” or “non-restrictive“ or “non-identifying“.

Example :
My brother, who lives in Birmingham, is an engineer.
        This sentence means :
        - My brother is an engineer. He lives in Birmingham.
        - I  only have  one brother.

—Relative Pronouns : who, whom, which, whose. Use for persons :
1. As subject, relative pronouns : who, that.
Example :
I thanked the woman.
She helped me.
= a) I thanked the woman who helped me.
= b) I thanked the woman that helped me.

 In (a): I thanked the woman = an independent clause.
           who helped me = an adjective clause (a dependent clause)
The adjective clause modifies the noun “woman“.

In (a) : who is the subject of the adjective clause.
In (b) : that is the subject of the adjective clause.
(a) and (b) have the same meaning.

who = used for people.
which = used for things.
that = used for both people and things.

—As object, relative pronouns : whom, who, that.
Example :
 A). The man was Mr. Jones.
       I saw him.
= a) The man whom I saw was Mr. Jones.
= b) The man who I saw was Mr. Jones.
= c) The man that I saw was Mr. Jones.

‘WHO “ is usually used instead of WHOM, especially in speaking. WHOM is generally used only in very formal English. Whereas WHO is used in informal English.
WHO (WHOM ) = used for people. “Whom “ is possible instead of who ( for people ) when it is the object of the verb in the relative clause.

Example :
1. The man whom I wanted to see was away on holiday. (I wanted to see him).
You can also use whom with a preposition (to/from/with whom, etc). But, we don’t often use “whom“ In spoken English, we normally prefer who or that (or you can leave them out).

—As  possessive, relative pronoun : whose
Whose and who’s have the same pronounciation, but NOT the same meaning.
Example :
Mr. Hasan went to Australia.
Mr. Hasan’s house is on Jln. Majapahit.
Mr. Hasan whose house is on Jln. Majapahit went to Australia.

I know the man.
His bicycle was stolen.
= I know the man whose bicycle was stolen.

Whose is used to show possession. It carries the same meaning as other possessive pronouns used as adjectives : his, her, its, their, her, our, your, and my. Like possessive adjectives above, whose is connected to a noun. Both whose and the noun it is connected to are placed at the beginning of the adjective clause. Whose can not be omitted. Whose usually modifies “people“, but it may also be used to modify “things“.

—As subject, relative pronoun : which.
Example :
The book is on the table. The book describes prehistoric animals.
= The book, which describes the pre-historic animals, is on the table.

—As Object, relative pronoun : which.
Example :
Tono is reading the book.
The book has a red cover.
= The book, which Tono is reading, has a red cover.

But, in spoken English, we often keep the preposition after the verb in the relative clause. When we do this, we normally use “WHICH.

Example :
Yesterday we visited the City Museum, which I’d never been to before.

—As possessive, relative pronoun : whose (for animals ) ; of which ( for things ).
Example :
The cat was dead.
Its furs are black.
= The cat, whose furs are black, was dead.

WHERE  is used in ajective clause to modify a place ( city, country, room,house,etc).
If WHERE  is used, a preposition is not included in the adjecive clause. If WHERE is not used, the preposition must be included.

Example : The building where he lives is very old.

WHEN is used in an adjective clause to modify a noun of time (year, day, time, century, etc). The use of a preposition in an adjective clause that modifies a noun of time is somewhat different from that in other adjective clause. A preposition is used preceding WHICH  ( like part b). Otherwise, the preposition is omitted.

Example : I’ll never forget the day that I met you.

WHY replaces for which used for reasons.
Example : The reasons for which he came is not very convincing.
    = The reason why he came is not very convincing.

How to find an adjective clause:

1) A dependent clause in a sentence will always contain both a subject and a verb. Make sure that when you find something you think is a clause that it does have a subject and a verb.

2) An adjective clause will begin with a relative pronoun or a relative adverb. Does the clause that you found begin with one of those?

3) Finally, does the clause answer the same types of questions that an adjective answers? Does it tell you which one, what kind, or how many? Does it give you more information about a noun or pronoun that comes before it? If so, then you have found an adjective clause.

• Don't use commas if your clause is essential; i.e., it is required to identify its noun. (This is called a restrictive clause.)
• Do use commas if your clause is just additional information. (This is called a non-restrictive clause.)

Which and that are interchangeable, provided we're talking about which without a comma.

When which starts a restrictive clause (i.e., a clause not offset with commas), you can replace it with that. In fact, Americans will insist you use that instead of which for a restrictive clause. For many, even British, that sounds more natural with a restrictive clause. And, this is something we can use. If all this talk of restrictive and non-restrictive clauses is confusing, try replacing your which with that. If your sentence still sounds good, you almost certainly want which without a comma. This trick works because that can only be used with a restrictive clause, and – whether you consciously know it or not – some language-processing area of your brain does.

The "that substitution" trick also works with who, but be aware that some of your readers might not like that used for people.

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Most people are comfortable with the idea of a noun, but they may not feel so confident when it comes to the noun clause. A noun clause is a group of words acting together as a noun. These clauses are always dependent clauses. That is, they do not form a complete sentence.

The best way to familiarize yourself with these types of clauses is to take a look at some sample sentences containing noun clauses at work.

noun clause is a dependent (or subordinate clause) that works as a noun. It can be the subject of a sentence, an object, or a complement. Like all nouns, the purpose of a noun clause is to name a person, place, thing, or idea. Sometimes when we want to name something, a single word won’t do – sometimes we need a group of words to name something. That is why we use noun clauses.

Here is a sentence with two more noun clauses:

I do not know what the future holds, but I know who holds the future. – Oprah Winfrey

The two noun clauses are: “what the future holds” and “who holds the future”. In both cases, the clauses are doing what nouns can do – acting as direct objects.

You must unlearn what you have learned.

So, what must Luke unlearn? “…what you have learned.” This clause is a noun clause. It is a direct object in this sentence.

Noun clauses are used to name something when a single word isn't enough. Again, they're always going to be dependent clauses and these clauses can't stand alone. If a dependent clause stands alone, it forms a sentence fragment, not a full sentence. While an independent clause can act as a sentence by itself, a dependent clause cannot.

One of the easiest ways to spot a noun clause is to look for these words:
How
That
What
Whatever
When
Where
Whether
Which
Whichever
Who
Whoever
Whom
Whomever
Why

Beyond these keywords, you can also spot a noun clause based on its function within the sentence. Let's take a look at some of the most prominent roles of noun clauses.

Subject of a Verb
A noun clause can act as the subject of a verb. For example:

What Alicia said made her friends cry.
What Megan wrote surprised her family.
How the boy behaved was not very polite.
When there's a verb in the sentence, you must find the subject.

In the first sentence, we can ask, "What made her friends cry?" The answer is "what Alicia said." Therefore, "what Alicia said" is the subject of the verb "made."

In the second sentence, we can ask, "What surprised her family?" The answer is "what Megan wrote."

In the third sentence, we can ask, "What was not very polite?" The answer is "how the boy behaved."

Object of a Verb
In the same vein, noun clauses can also act as the direct object of a verb:

She didn't realize that the directions were wrong.

He didn't know why the stove wasn't working.

They now understand that you should not cheat on a test. Once again, you can use the method of questioning to demonstrate how the noun clause is being used.

In the first sentence, we can ask, "What didn't she realize?" and the answer is "that the directions were wrong." Therefore, "that the directions were wrong" is the object of the verb.

In the second sentence, we can ask, "What didn't he know?" and the answer is "why the stove wasn't working."

In the third sentence, we can ask, "What do they understand?" and the answer is "that you should not cheat on a test."

Subject Complement
A noun clause can also serve as a subject complement. A subject complement will always modify, describe, or complete the subject of a clause.

Carlie's problem was that she didn't practice enough.

Harry's crowning achievement at school was when he became class president.

Darla's excuse for being late was that she forgot to set her alarm.

Do you see what questions these noun clauses answer and how they relate to the subject?

What was Carlie's problem? She didn't practice enough.

What was Harry's crowning achievement? It was when he became class president.

What was Darla's excuse for being late? It was that she forgot to set her alarm.

Without these clauses, the sentences would not be complete thoughts.

Object of a Preposition
Noun clauses also act as objects of a preposition. In the examples below, you'll see the prepositions "of" and "for" in action.

Harry is not the best provider of what Margie needs.

Josephine is not responsible for what Alex decided to do.

Allie is the owner of that blue car parked outside. Again, the best way to understand this concept is by asking the appropriate questions.

In the first sentence, we can ask, "Harry is not the best provider of what?" The answer is "what Margie needs."

In the second sentence, we can ask, "Josephine is not responsible for what?" The answer is "what Alex decided to do."

In the third sentence, we can ask, "Allie is the owner of what?" The answer is "that blue car parked outside."

Each of these sentences could be complete before the addition of the prepositions. However, the prepositions are introduced to provide further detail and the noun clauses act as the objects of these prepositions.

Adjective Complement
Last but not least, a noun clause can also function as an adjective complement, modifying a verb, adjective, or adverb.

Jerry knows why Elaine went to the store.

They're perfectly happy where they live now.

Geoffrey runs so quickly that he can outrun his dog.

The adjective complement is providing more information about the verb, adjective or adverb that precedes it.

In the first sentence, we can ask, "What does Jerry know?" In this case, "know" is the verb being modified. The thing that he knows is "why Elaine went to the store."
In the second sentence.

For example :

I like what I see.
(Like all clauses, a noun clause has a subject and a verb. In this example, the subject of the clause is "I" and the verb is "see.")

I know that patience has its limits.
(In this example, the subject of the clause is "patience" and the verb is "has.")

Definition of "Clause"

A clause has a subject and a verb and functions as one part of speech.
(It follows therefore that a noun clause functions as a noun in a sentence.)

Remember, because a noun clause is a clause, you should be able to find both a subject and a verb. Let’s do a quick review of these two important terms.

1) subject is what the clause or sentence is about. The subject is often (but not always) the thing performing the action of the verb.

Example 1

What Peter loves most about reading mysteries is how the authors leave clues for careful readers.
In this example, the first clause is about Peter, and the second clause is about authors.

2) verb is an action word, or a state-of-being word.

Example 1

Morning time is when I feel most energetic.
In this example, ‘feel’ is the action word in the sentence.

Noun clauses always begin with certain words.
The most common of these words are words that we also use to form questions:

Who
What
Why
Where
When
We can also begin noun clauses with pronouns:

Which
That
Whoever
Whatever
Wherever
Whenever
However, it is essential to understand that just because you see one of these words does not mean that the word is automatically beginning a noun clause. When identifying the type of a given clause, be careful that you look at its function, not just the words. A clause beginning with the same words as a noun clause may have a different function.

Example 1

Where I come from is not important.
The town where I come from is famous for its pizza.
In example (a) we have a noun clause. The function of the clause is to name the subject of the sentence. On the other hand, in example (b) we have an adjective clause. The function here is to describe ‘the town’.

pro·noun
/ˈprōˌnoun/
a word that can function by itself as a noun phrase and that refers either to the participants in the discourse (e.g., I, you) or to someone or something mentioned elsewhere in the discourse (e.g., she, it, this) — From Oxford. 

A pronoun is a word that is used instead of a noun or noun phrase. Pronouns refer to either a noun that has already been mentioned or to a noun that does not need to be named specifically.

The most common pronouns are the personal pronouns, which refer to the person or people speaking or writing (first person), the person or people being spoken to (second person), or other people or things (third person). Like nouns, personal pronouns can function as either the subject of a verb or the object of a verb or preposition: "She likes him, but he loves her." Most of the personal pronouns have different subject and object forms.

A pronoun can act as a subject, direct object, indirect object, object of the preposition, and more and takes the place of any person, place, animal or thing. Without pronouns, we’d constantly have to repeat nouns, and that would make our speech and writing repetitive, not to mention cumbersome.

Types of Pronouns
Pronouns can be divided into numerous categories including:

1) Indefinite pronouns – those referring to one or more unspecified objects, beings, or places, such as someone, anybody, nothing. Notice in the examples below that there is no set position for where an indefinite pronoun will appear in a sentence.

Indefinite pronoun examples:
1. Anyone
2. Somebody
3. Whichever
4. Whoever
5. Other
6. Something
7. Nobody

Examples:

Would anyone like a coffee?
Take whatever you like. Jamie took one cookie and Ben took the other.
Whoever owns this is in big trouble! I want someone to move this now.

Indefinite pronouns can also be used to create sentences that are almost abstract. Examples could include: this, all, such and something.

All was not lost.
Such is life.
Something tells me this  won’t end well.

2) Personal pronouns – those associated with a certain person, thing, or group; all except you have distinct forms that indicate singular or plural number. Personal pronouns are always specific and are often used to replace a proper noun (someone’s name) or a collective group of people or things. Personal pronouns have two main groups, one referring to the subject of the sentence and one to the object.

The first is used to replace the subject of the sentence: I, you, he, she, it, we, you and they. Notice that you is repeated as you can be singular, addressing one person, or plural, addressing a group of people.

Jack and David are friends. They play basketball together.
I have more money than him
We will be late if you don’t hurry up.

The second group of pronouns replaces the object of the sentence: me, you, him, her, it, us, you, them. Consider the sentence again:

We will be late if you don’t hurry up.

In the above example, we is the subject of the sentence, but you is the object. Other examples of pronouns replacing the object:

Peter sang the song to me.
Missing the train will cause us to be late.
She packed them tightly in the suitcase.

3) Reflexive pronouns – those preceded by the adverb, adjective, pronoun, or noun to which they refer, and ending in –self or –selves. Reflexive pronouns are used to refer back to the subject or clause of a sentence. The list of reflexive pronouns includes: Myself, yourself, himself, herself, itself, ourselves, yourselves, themselves.

Count yourselves
Annie only had herself to blame.
Peter and Paul had baked themselves cakes.

4) Demonstrative pronouns – those used to point to something specific within a sentence. There are only four demonstrative pronouns – this, that, these, those – but the usage can be a bit tricky at times. This and that are singular, whereas these and those are plural. As you may have noticed, there can be some crossover with indefinite pronouns when using this and that.

I prefer this.
These are beautiful, but those belong to Danny.
Did you see that?

While it can be confusing, this, that, these and those can sometimes be used as demonstrative adjectives. The difference between the two is that a demonstrative pronoun replaces the noun and a demonstrative adjective qualifies the noun.

I prefer this photo. These flowers are beautiful, but those vases belong to Danny. Did you see that rainbow?

It should be clear that this, that, these and those in the example above are not pronouns because they are being used to qualify the noun, but not replace it. A good trick for remembering the difference is that a demonstrative pronoun would still make sense if the word one or ones followed it in the sentence.

I prefer this (one). These (ones) are beautiful. Did you see that (one)? Those (ones) belong to Danny.

5) Possessive pronouns – those designating possession or ownership. Examples include: mine, its, hers, his, yours, ours, theirs, whose. Consider the example:

This cat is mine.
Mine is indicating possession, that the cat belongs to me. 

Incidentally, this in the sentence is not a pronoun but demonstrative adjective as it qualifies the noun cat. You will find that possessive pronouns often follow phrases that contain demonstrative adjectives.

Are these bananas yours?
This money is ours.
Is the fault theirs or yours?

6) Relative pronouns – those which refer to nouns mentioned previously, acting to introduce an adjective (relative) clause. They will usually appear after a noun to help clarify the sentence or give extra information. Examples include: who, which, that, whom, whose.
Consider the following sentence:
The man who stole the car went to jail. The relative pronoun who acts to refer back to the noun man. It acts to open a clause by identifying the man as not just any man, but the one who stole the car.

The table, which sits in the hallway, is used for correspondence.
The car that crashed into the wall was blue.
This is the woman, whose key you found.

7) Interrogative pronouns – those which introduce a question. Examples include: who, whom, whose, what, which. We can usually identify an interrogative pronoun by the fact that they often appear at the beginning of a question.

Who will come to the party?
Which do you prefer?
What do you need?
Whose clothes are on the floor?
Whom did you tell?

Whom and who are often confused, and even native speakers will use them incorrectly. Who will replace the subject of a sentence, whereas whom will replace the direct or indirect object. A good tip for deciding which to use is that you can replace who in the sentence with a personal pronoun and it will still make sense.

Who will come to the party? I will come to the party.

The same system would not work for Whom did you tell? I did you tell.

8) Reciprocal pronouns – those expressing mutual actions or relationship; i.e. one another. There are just two reciprocal pronouns in English: one another and each other. They are mainly used to stop unnecessary repetition in a sentence, but also to reinforce the idea that collective and reciprocal actions are happening to more than one person or thing.

John and Mary gave each other gifts.
Using each other allows us the sentence to be more efficient than: John gave Mary a gift and Mary gave a gift to John.

The countries worked with one another on national security.
In this example, one another works to suggest that the action of working is being reciprocated back and forth by more than one country.

The boxers punched each other
The couple love one another  deeply

9) Intensive pronouns – those ending in –self or –selves and that serve to emphasize their antecedents. These are almost identical to reflexive pronouns, but rather than just referring back to the subject of the sentence they work to reinforce the action. In many cases, the sentence would still make sense without the intensive pronoun.

I will do it myself.
We made this pie ourselves.
A nation speaks for itself  through elections.

Notice how the intensive pronoun is working to emphasize the statement. The sentence would still technically be correct without the intensive pronoun, but it adds some important context to its meaning.

Pronoun Rules
- Subject pronouns may be used to begin sentences. For example: We did a great job.
- Subject pronouns may also be used to rename the subject. For example: It was she who decided we should go to Hawaii.
- Indefinite pronouns don’t have antecedents. They are capable of standing on their own. For example: No one likes the sound of fingernails on a chalkboard.
- Object pronouns are used as direct objects, indirect objects, and objects of prepositions. These include: you, me, him, her, us, them, and it. For example: David talked to her about the mistake.
- Possessive pronouns show ownership. They do not need apostrophes. For example: The cat washed its.



NOTE
• In informal English, most people tend to follow to be verbs with object pronouns like me, her, them. Many English scholars tolerate this distinction between formal and casual English.

Example: It could have been them.

Technically correct: It could have been they.

Example: It is just me at the door.

Technically correct: It is just I at the door.

• Do not combine a subject pronoun and an object pronoun in phrases like her and I or he and me. Whenever and or or links an object pronoun (her, me) and a subject pronoun (he, I), one of those pronouns will always be wrong.

Incorrect: Her and I went home.

Correct: She and I went home. (She went and I went.)

          Compound sentence is a sentence that at least have two simple sentences joined by a comma and a coordinating conjunction. A compound sentence consists two or more independent clauses and each one of them have their own subject and verb so that they can stand alone.

For example :
He dropped his ball, and it rolled into a hole in front of him. 

As you can see there, both of those underlined clauses are independent: they could be written as simple sentences. The joining word “and” is called coordinating conjunction. 

When do we use that conjunction? Well, you can see the explanation below.

- and, we can use this conjunction to join sentences that are alike.
For example : Anna's sister is having a dinner, and everyone is invited.

- but, we can use this conjunction to join sentences that are opposite or show contrast.
For example : Adi was happy, but Dea was sad.

- so, we can use this conjunction when the second sentence express the result of something described in the first sentence.
For example : Mila doesn't plan any party, so she'll stay at her bed all night long.

- or, we can use this conjunction to join sentences that give choice or alternatives.
For example : Hanif can choose a big card, or a small card.

- yet, we can use this conjunction if the second part of the sentence says something unexpected or surprising.
For example : I was scared, yet I was also curious about that haunted house.

- for, we can use this conjunction to introduce a reason or cause.
For example : It's not easy to join that club, for you who don't know anything about painting.

- nor, we can use this conjunction to join two negative sentences. Use question word order after nor. Place helping verbs.
For example :
He didn't talk, nor did he move.
The film isn't very long, nor is it difficult to understand.

Use a comma before a coordinating conjunction in compound sentence. Don't use a comma to join two words or two phrases in a simple sentence.

Another way to make a compound sentence is to combine the independent clauses with a semicolon (;). So, what's semicolon?Let's check the example below.

The weather was sunny; it was a hot afternoon.

When do we use a semicolon? Use semicolon sparingly in making compound sentence, and only if the following two conditions:
1) the thoughts of the two independent clauses are closely related.
2) a period could be substituted for semicolon to make two sentences.