Basic Concepts
Grammar Fundamentals
Understanding Grammar
Grammar is the set of rules that govern how words are combined to form sentences. Knowing grammar helps you communicate clearly and avoid misunderstandings.
Parts of Speech
There are eight main parts of speech:
- Nouns (person, place, thing)
- Pronouns (he, she, it)
- Verbs (run, jump, think)
- Adjectives (happy, blue, tall)
- Adverbs (quickly, very, well)
- Prepositions (in, on, at)
- Conjunctions (and, but, or)
- Interjections (wow, ouch)
Subject-Verb Agreement
The subject and verb in a sentence must agree in number:
- She runs every morning.
- They run every morning.
Why Grammar Matters
Good grammar makes your writing and speaking easier to understand. It also helps you score higher on the HSPT!
Tips for Mastery
- Read your sentences out loud to check for errors.
- Practice identifying the parts of speech in sentences.
Examples
The dog barks loudly.
She and her friends are going to the park.
In a Nutshell
Grammar is the foundation for clear and correct communication.