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Grammar Guide

Essential Grammar Rules for Academic Writing

Master the fundamentals of academic grammar to enhance your writing quality and clarity. This comprehensive guide covers key grammar rules and common mistakes to avoid.

Sentence Structure

  • Subject-Verb Agreement

    Ensure subjects and verbs match in number (singular/plural)

  • Parallel Structure

    Maintain consistent grammatical form in lists and series

  • Active vs. Passive Voice

    Choose appropriate voice for academic context

Punctuation

  • Comma Usage

    Rules for separating clauses and items in lists

  • Semicolons and Colons

    Proper use in academic writing

  • Quotation Marks

    Guidelines for direct quotes and citations

Common Mistakes

  • Run-on Sentences

    Combining independent clauses without proper punctuation

  • Dangling Modifiers

    Modifiers that don't clearly relate to what they modify

  • Pronoun Agreement

    Incorrect pronoun usage with antecedents

Tips for Improvement

  • Read Aloud

    Helps identify awkward phrasing and errors

  • Use Grammar Tools

    Leverage technology for initial checks

  • Peer Review

    Get feedback from others