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Degree Complement
Comparative degree Adj + -er + than + PP Adj + -er + than + clause more + adj + than + AdvG less + adj + than + clause more + adj. + than + -ing clause
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Conjunctive Adverbs and Transitional Words/Phrases
Adverb are often used to connect main clauses. Since they function as coordinating conjunctions when used in this way, they are called adverbial conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs . Additionally, certain adverbial phrases, called transitional phrases , can also be used to join main clauses Example : Lightning hitting the ground is common ; however, most lightning stays in the clouds. Note : The conjunctive adverbs however is preceded by a semicolon and followed by a comma. The conjunctive adverb joins the two main clauses together. Common Conjunctive Adverbs accordingly hence moreover also henceforth nevertheless anyhow ...
Participial Phrases (Non Finite)
A. Participle Phrase Modifying Noun or Pronoun ---> Adjective/relative clause reduction-->verbals as adjective Position : After the noun being modified : a. noun as subject The man talking to the teacher is very intelligent. b. noun as object of verb Anna knows the girl talking to the teacher. c. noun as a complement of verb The person to see is that man talking to the teacher This is a good government, supported by all the people d. noun as object of preposition Anna is interested in the man talking to the teacher At the beginning of the sentence (modifying the subject) Supported by most people , the new President felt confident about the future At the end of the sentence (modifying the subject) The new President felt confident about future, knowing that he had the support of all the people B. Participle Phrase Modifying as Part of the Object of a Verb After verbs of perception (feel, hear, see...
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