Writing

Exercises to show improved vocabulary and style.

Creating more descriptive writing.

How to use parentheses ( ).

The parts that make up sentences.

How to use a colon :

How to use a comma ,

How to use dashes - -

How to use a semi-colon ;

How to use a slash /

Putting a clause inside a sentence to give more information.

Putting a conditional ('if') phrase at the start of a sentence.

It is possible to start a sentence with a list. However, this should only be done occasionally. …

Placing a preposition at the start of a sentence.

Putting a sub-clause in front of the main clause.

It is possible to start a sentence with a verb.(note: the verb is often in the present continuous …

Putting spoken words at the start of a sentence.

The simplest sentence pattern in English, and how to vary it.

Using the passive form.

Stating a point, although admitting it is not as strong as the main point.

Stating what the opposite side or idea is.

If X is true, we can therefore take Y to be true.

Pointing to the key point among what could be several examples.

Phrases to state a point is generally true.

How to give examples to prove a point.

Adding personal opinion into the argument.

Ways to link ideas.

What many people believe, which may or may not be true.

Linking to an argument made earlier in the writing.

Writing a point again to make it easier to understand.

Adding a second point to support the first point.

If point A happens or is true, then point B must happen or is true.

Making a second point or example similar to the last one, therefore strengthening the idea.

Making a statement that the reader probably already knows but is important.

Using words that start with the same sound.

Describing one thing in order to help a person understand a different thing.

Repeating words or phrases at the start of clauses.

Repeating vowel sounds in a sentence.

Reversing the parts of a sentence to make a memorable phrase.

Repeating consonant sounds in a sentence.

Repeating words at the end of sentences to emphasise a point.

Using a substitute word or phrase to avoid saying an offensive word.

Using many qualities of one object to help describe a different object.

Using exaggeration to make a point.

The various forms of irony.

Philosophical sayings that combine simple words with deep meaning.

Using the qualities of one object to help describe another object.

Words that sound like sounds.

Using two opposite words to create an unusual description.

Adding sentences to help support a paragraph's main idea.

Using a sentence that tells a reader what a paragraph will be about.

The common school essay with introduction, main points, and conclusion.

Building an essay that argues for or against a point.

Essays between 200 and 800 words, as seen in IELTS and school exams.

Essays used at a university level.

Writing to a business to ask more about services and prices.

Emails for a job application.