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Module 5: Grammar Essentials & Sentence Structure

This module covers essential grammar principles that enhance sentence construction, focusing on specific aspects such as subject-verb agreement, direct and indirect speech, and the role of determiners and articles. The importance of well-structured sentences is emphasized, showcasing how grammatical accuracy facilitates effective communication and comprehension. Additionally, the module details types of clauses and sentence structures that aid in forming coherent sentences.

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  • 5

    Grammar Essentials & Sentence Structure

    This section covers essential grammar rules such as subject-verb agreement, direct and indirect speech, and the use of determiners and articles to form clear sentences.

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  • 1

    Harmony In Sentences: Subject-Verb Agreement, Direct-Indirect Speech, And Determiners

    This section covers essential rules for constructing clear and correct sentences, focusing on subject-verb agreement, the distinction between direct and indirect speech, and the use of determiners.

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  • 1.1

    Subject-Verb Agreement (Concord): Making Them Match!

    This section explains the rules of subject-verb agreement in English grammar, emphasizing the necessity for singular subjects to pair with singular verbs and plural subjects with plural verbs.

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  • 1.2

    Direct And Indirect Speech (Reported Speech): Reporting What Was Said

    This section covers the rules and differences between direct and indirect speech, explaining how to accurately report what others have said.

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  • 1.3

    Determiners & Articles: The Noun Introducers

    Determiners and articles introduce nouns, providing essential information about specificity and quantity.

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  • 2

    The Architecture Of Sentences: Phrases, Clauses, And Sentence Types

    This section delves into the essential components of sentences, specifically focusing on phrases, clauses, and the various types of sentences they form.

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  • 2.1

    Distinguishing Between Phrases And Clauses

    This section explains the fundamental differences between phrases and clauses and their roles in sentence structure.

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  • 2.2

    Types Of Clauses: The Pillars Of Sentences

    This section introduces the two main types of clauses—main (independent) clauses and subordinate (dependent) clauses—that form the foundational structure of sentences.

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  • 2.3

    Introduction To Sentence Types: Building With Clauses

    This section explores the types of sentences formed through phrases and clauses, specifically focusing on simple, compound, and complex sentences.

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What we have learnt

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  • Determiners and articles pl...

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