thanks dimsumexpress, what is the fault with each of these passages? a) With powerful wings , he flew like a lion to the rescue of his friend. This sentence contains a misconceived metahoric construction, "like a lion.." but

These sentences seem to have something in common. That is, they are of either metaphoric and simili construction that were incorrectly phrased, or worded. A lot of polishing is needed. what is the fault with each of these passages? a)

While I've perused these boards in the past, this is the first time I've actually made a post. Thus, I'm not entirely certain if a lengthy, multi-question post like this is appropriate, but I hope that it's acceptable. I recently

Dear friends, let me make some additional remarks: 1. The woman seemed to have been crying is a result of an interesting transformation which is called raising . In the original sentence, the entire post-predicate to- clause is the implied

The sentence, "Here he comes" accords with the basic (SVO) grammar rule, with "here" being an adverb. However, why what grammar rule is the sentence, "Here comes Mom" (VSO) an often-used construction), allowed?

Greetings, Agatha, I really need some help with finite subordinate clauses. I have understood that they appear in three different categories : adjectival, adverbial and nominal clauses. But can someone please give good example on how to

Hello everyone, Would anyone mind having a read through my answers below to see if i'm on the right tracks? I'm looking at the meaning/function and form of the sentence/underlined words! With many thanks!! Fiona is very

Hello Which of the following two sentences would you consider correct? I went with my friends to the zoo. I went to the zoo with my friends. Or are both constructions grammatically OK? Thanks a lot!

Thanks for your help. I think I will leave avoid using eitheir "because" or "that" to avoid wordiness. Mon Mar. 5, 2007 | Tell a Friend | Subscribe | Books Resources: Newest Writing Tip |

"The sentences were to be served consecutively with each other." Someone has suggested that "consecutively" should be "consecutive". Their position ... a predicate adjective with "were to be (served)" acting