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Howard Community College
David Buck, Assistant Professor of English

EX: John looked into the deserted mine, this was the last time he would be here. EX: The team won the championship, but the taste of victory was not so sweet.

EX: The gentleman who offered the young woman a ride in his pristine automobile. EX: The abandoned puppy seemed to attract attention from the shoppers; therefore, it was certain that it would eventually be adopted.

EX: His grandmother shared the same facial features she possessed a large chin and a broad forehead. EX: Even though Jill was taller (then, than) Bill, she was not able to reach (there, their) kitten who was stuck in (its, it's) favorite tree.

EX:One of the protected forests (is/are) in danger of extinction. Discussion of the primary parts of an effective academic essay.

EX: Neither John nor his parents were willing to admit (his/their) faults. A handy checklist to ensure a well-developed college essay.

EX: A police officer's duty is to protect and serve the public. He is bound to uphold the law. Some helpful hints on approaching, developing, and drafting the research essay.

EX: During her vacation, Susan enjoyed sailing, biking, and skiing. A link to definitions, rules, and procedures of the Modern Language Association's format.

A comprehensive list of Online Writing Labs. Take a few virtual quizzes to test what you know!

EX: John looked into the deserted mine, this was the last time he would be here.	EX: The team won the championship, but the taste of victory was not so sweet.
EX: The gentleman who offered the young woman a ride in his pristine automobile.	EX: The abandoned puppy seemed to attract attention from the shoppers; therefore, it was certain that it would eventually be adopted.
EX: His grandmother shared the same facial features she possessed a large chin and a broad forehead.	EX: Even though Jill was taller (then, than) Bill, she was not able to reach (there, their) kitten who was stuck in (its, it's) favorite tree.
EX:One of the protected forests (is/are) in danger of extinction.	Discussion of the primary parts of an effective academic essay.
EX: Neither John nor his parents were willing to admit (his/their) faults.	A handy checklist to ensure a well-developed college essay.
EX: A police officer's duty is to protect and serve the public. He is bound to uphold the law.	Some helpful hints on approaching, developing, and drafting the research essay.
EX: During her vacation, Susan enjoyed sailing, biking, and skiing.	A link to definitions, rules, and procedures of the Modern Language Association's format.