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grammar basics
summary
this lesson covers essential grammar basics crucial for the act english section, focusing on sentence structure and the subject-verb-object (svo) order.
- understanding what constitutes a sentence is fundamental; it requires both a subject and a verb.
- gerunds (verbs ending in 'ing') do not act as verbs without a helping verb, affecting sentence validity.
- the insertion of words like 'that' can transform a potential sentence into a noun phrase, thus not a complete sentence.
- english follows a subject-verb-object (svo) order, which is pivotal for constructing clear and concise sentences.
- choosing the clearest sentence structure, typically svo, is essential for conveying ideas effectively on the act.
chapters
00:00
understanding sentence structure
00:55
the role of gerunds and helping verbs
03:29
mastering svo for clarity
