Sat Grammer

10 essential SAT grammar and writing rules

What You'll Learn

Master SAT grammar and writing with 10 flashcards covering comma splices, semicolons, subject-verb agreement, modifiers, parallel structure, and common punctuation errors. Perfect for SAT prep.

Key Topics

  • Comma splices, semicolons, and colon usage rules
  • Subject-verb agreement and pronoun clarity (its vs. it's)
  • Dangling modifiers and parallel structure principles
  • Transition words, redundancy elimination, and punctuation mastery

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Question

What is a comma splice?

Answer

Two independent clauses joined incorrectly by just a comma.

Question

When should you use a semicolon?

Answer

To connect two independent clauses without a conjunction.

Question

What's the difference between 'its' and 'it's'?

Answer

'Its' is possessive; 'it's' is a contraction of 'it is' or 'it has'.

Question

What is subject-verb agreement?

Answer

The subject and verb must agree in number (singular/plural).

Question

Define a dangling modifier.

Answer

A descriptive phrase not clearly or logically related to the word it modifies.

Question

When do you use a colon?

Answer

After a complete sentence to introduce a list, explanation, or example.

Question

What is redundancy in writing?

Answer

Using unnecessary repetition or words that say the same thing.

Question

What's a transition word for contrast?

Answer

However, although, on the other hand.

Question

What punctuation often follows a transition word?

Answer

A comma (e.g., 'However, she left early.')

Question

What is parallel structure?

Answer

Using the same pattern of words to show equal importance (e.g., 'running, jumping, and swimming').