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I am the bibliographic instruction and reference librarian at a public college. Some members of the English department recommend me to their students. I offer assistance in grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraph development. My master`s thesis concerns William Faulkner`s tragic novels. I formerly taught advanced placement English at two schools in the Philadelphia area.

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Subject	Date Asked

proofreading	11/21/2009
Q: 1.Please help me proofread the paragraph below. Third, cell phones are convenient. People can ... A: Oppo: 1.Please help me proofread the paragraph below. Third, cell phones are convenient. People ...
proofreading	11/21/2009
Q: I have some questions about the paragraphs below: 1. The using rate of cell phone is very high in ... A: 1. The using rate of cell phone is very high in Japan. In my view: There are three main reasons why ...
proofreading	11/19/2009
Q: 1. Why are some movies more interesting than others? I think some movies are more interesting than ... A: 1. Why are some movies more interesting than others? I think some movies are more interesting ...
Grammar	11/19/2009
Q: I would be grateful if you could kindly provide me with the correct following option in respect of ... A: He cannot spell properly. He cannot properly spell. *** Although both sentences are acceptable ...
grammar question	11/19/2009
Q: Can you use the word "wealthy" in the following context and if yes, what is the exact definition of ... A: Glen: The word "wealthy" usually means "rich" or "having a lot of money." In this particular ...
error	11/18/2009
Q: One of these sentences contains an error in Fragments, Comma Faults, Fused Sentences (errors that ... A: Sentence B is wrong. "Clint never balanced his checkbook" is one independent clause. The second ...
grammar question	11/18/2009
Q: Can you use the word "wealthy" in the following context and if yes, what is the exact definition of ... A: It's good to hear from you again. Can you use the word "wealthy" in the following context and if ...
Sentences	11/17/2009
Q: I have questions about the paragraphs we discussed earlier: 1. Because humans make countless ... A: I have questions about the paragraphs we discussed earlier: 1. Because humans make countless ...
grammar question	11/17/2009
Q: Which of the following is right, number one or number two? I'm not sure if I should combine the ... A: Although I help several students in China, I believe that this is the first time you have contacted ...
"chocolate" or "chocolates"	11/16/2009
Q: Can you please tell me if it is correct to use the word “chocolates.” I am thinking that ... A: I am thinking that “chocolate” is a noncount noun. If so, the word “chocolates” should not be ...
sentences	11/15/2009
Q: 1. (1.) Ex: You may hear the alarm go off several times during the course of the morning. Can I ... A: 1. (1.) Ex: You may hear the alarm go off several times during the course of the morning. ...
sentences	11/15/2009
Q: 1. Hold on to your seats before the author gives the talk. Hold on to (or onto?) the railing to ... A: 1. Hold on to your seats before the author gives the talk. Hold on to (or onto?) the railing to ...
Follow-up and new questions	11/13/2009
Q: 1. Follow-up Previously, I asked you if I should revise the sentence below: I believe that wars will ... A: 1. Follow-up Previously, I asked you if I should revise the sentence below: I believe that wars ...
proofreading	11/13/2009
Q: The following is the essay we discussed earlier. I have put the revised sentences in brackets. ... A: Will there always be wars? [I believe that wars will still be with us, but eventually world peace ...
proofreading	11/12/2009
Q: I have a few questions about the paragraph below: People hold many mistakes and fears in their ... A: Oppo: I have a few questions about the paragraph below: People hold many mistakes and fears in ...
proofreading	11/11/2009
Q: I have a few questions about the paragraph below: In my opinion, wars are present all of the time. ... A: In my opinion, wars are present all of the time. They are not only used as a weapon in the fight ...
grammar question	11/10/2009
Q: have a grammar question - I work at a law firm and one of our documents has the following phrase: ... A: If the person who told you to correct the text is one of your bosses, I really feel sorry for you. ...
asking questions	11/9/2009
Q: I am still having some confusion in trying to completely understand the process by which questions ... A: I wanted to follow up with the punctuation suggestion that I gave you in the first message. For ...
Sentences	11/6/2009
Q: 1.Do both sentences of each set below have identical meanings? It was said that John was a child ... A: 1.Do both sentences of each set below have identical meanings? It was said that John was a child ...
Punctuation and is it plural?	11/4/2009
Q: The patient states: "The VA still sends me veterans’ mail but I ain’t no veteran." veterans' ... A: Maggie: The implication is that all the mail sent by the VA is for veterans -- plural. The ...
"Is" or "are"	11/4/2009
Q: Came across this quote recently... None of Us is As Smart as All of Us is the usage correct? Isn't ... A: The subject of the sentence is the singular pronoun "none." "None" means "not one," which is ...
conversations	10/30/2009
Q: 1. Do all the conversations below make sense? A: I am sorry. You had (have?) the wrong number. B: ... A: Oppo: conversations1. Do all the conversations below make sense? A: I am sorry. You had (have?) ...
follow-up questions	10/26/2009
Q: 1.Follow-upEx: The new software we installed (will/would) make our department more productive. My ... A: 1.Follow-upEx: The new software we installed (will/would) make our department more productive. ...
follow-up and new questions	10/25/2009
Q: 1.Follow-up Ex: Modal auxiliaries are helping verbs that give specific meaning to the main verb in ... A: 1.Follow-up Ex: Modal auxiliaries are helping verbs that give specific meaning to the main verb ...
auxiliaries	10/25/2009
Q: 1.The company is hiring a public relations firm which will improve their image. The company wants ... A: Oppo: 1.The company is hiring a public relations firm which will improve their image. *** NO, it ...
verbs and prepositions	10/25/2009
Q: Is there a difference between transitive verbs and intransitive verbs in regards to the use of ... A: Rich: I agree with you in principle, but I have problems with the way you have made your ...
auxiliaries	10/24/2009
Q: 1. Ex: Modal auxiliaries are helping verbs that give specific meaning to the main verb in a ... A: Subject: auxiliaries1. Ex: Modal auxiliaries are helping verbs that give specific meaning to the ...
proofreading	10/22/2009
Q: 1. Is there anything you like about studying foreign languages? There are a lot of benefits that I ... A: 1. Is there anything you like about studying foreign languages? There are a lot of benefits that ...
proofreading	10/22/2009
Q: 1. Who is the person you respect the most, why? The person I respect the most is one of my best ... A: Oppo: 1. Who is the person you respect the most, why? The person I respect the most is one of my ...
Use "and" OR "or"	10/21/2009
Q: Which is correct: "Individuals from over 125 different countries or territories visited our site." ... A: You are writing about BOTH countries AND territories, so you must use "and." If you choose "or," ...
proofreading	10/21/2009
Q: 1.Which is more important to you, love or money? Version 1: Love and money are both important to ... A: Oppo:1.Which is more important to you, love or money? Version 1: Love and money are both ...
proofreading	10/20/2009
Q: Please help me proofread the two short essay questions below: 1.Do you read the newspaper every ... A: 1.Do you read the newspaper every day? Do you think it’s important? I do read the newspaper every ...
interrogative sentences	10/19/2009
Q: I am trying to make sure that I understand the correct location of the subject in an interrogative ... A: There are 3 methods that can be used to ask questions: [1] Variation in tone of voice alone [2] ...
follow-up questions	10/19/2009
Q: 1. Follow-up question Previously, I asked you if the two sentences below have identical meanings. I ... A: Here is my follow-upI tried to use the pattern “….find+ it+ adjective to+V” in the above sentence, ...
sentences	10/18/2009
Q: 1.Do both sentences of each set below have identical meanings? You haven’t paid your bills in three ... A: Oppo: This is one of the longest lists of questions you have ever sent me. I am working tonight, ...
follow-up questions	10/16/2009
Q: I have some more questions about the eassy we discussed earlier. Paragraph 1: Drug abuse is more ... A: Oppo: This is really getting long, and you have added additional questions that are not really part ...
land-side vs landside	10/16/2009
Q: In dealing with a levee along a river, I want to differentiate between the sides of the levee. I've ... A: Many years ago, the words were hyphenated: river-side and land-side. I found one example in a book ...
essay	10/15/2009
Q: Please help me proofread the final draft of the essay we discussed earlier. Drug abuse is more ... A: Drug abuse is more common than ever before in our society, especially among the youth. Drugs have a ...
object pronouns	10/15/2009
Q: Would you please tell me if the following is correct or not: In English, object pronouns can be ... A: You are correct in every example. Would you please tell me if the following is correct or not: In ...
Possessive Sentence	10/15/2009
Q: When I am writing a sentence about a presentation that a co-worker and I are giving, how would I ... A: If it is a case of "joint ownership," only the last person named is put in the possessive case. ...
essay	10/14/2009
Q: I have some more questions about the essay that we discussed earlier: Paragraph 3: In addition, ... A: Here are my suggestions: Paragraph 3: In addition, founding an anti-drug organization is ...
essay	10/12/2009
Q: I have some questions about a section of an essay. Please help me proofread it and give me some ... A: Paragraph 1: Using drug [DRUGS] is more common [NOW] than {EVER] before in our society, especially ...
use of the word "yes"	10/12/2009
Q: Would you please help me to understand the use of the word "yes" in the following: "Do you need the ... A: The word "yes" is an adverb. Most dictionaries define its adverbial use as a "function word." As ...
follow-up questions	10/12/2009
Q: 1.In your previous reply, you suggested that the two sentences below have identical meanings. The ... A: These are very complicated questions or issues, but I will do my best to explain the point I made. ...
Grammar	10/11/2009
Q: 1. Do the two sentences ( or conversations) below have identical meanings? Can you help me with my ... A: Oppo: 1. Do the two sentences ( or conversations) below have identical meanings? Can you help me ...
Sentences	10/10/2009
Q: 1. He has a day off tomorrow. He won’t work tomorrow. He will take a day off tomorrow. He will be on ... A: Subject: Sentences1. He has a day off tomorrow. He won’t work tomorrow. He will take a day off ...
Help Quickly	10/8/2009
Q: What is the sentence pattern of, "Huckleberry Finn often gives Tom advice."? A: Eric: I just got your message. This is quick. "Huckleberry Finn often gives Tom advice." ...
Grammar	10/5/2009
Q: 1. What’s the difference between the two sentences in each set below? I thought the train wasn’t ... A: 1. What’s the difference between the two sentences in each set below? I thought the train wasn’t ...
follow-up and new questions	10/4/2009
Q: 1. Follow-up In your previous reply, you mentioned “barbecued beef” and explained what beef barbecue ... A: Oppo: 1. Follow-up In your previous reply, you mentioned “barbecued beef” and explained what beef ...
sentences and conversations	10/4/2009
Q: 1. The sentence pattern: It is…..that…. Do I use the sentence pattern correctly in the two ... A: 1. The sentence pattern: It is…..that…. Do I use the sentence pattern correctly in the two ...
my boyfriend and I are fighting over the diagramming of grammar of a sentence	10/4/2009
Q: This is the sentence: "You are emotionally abusive." I believe that the grammatical breakdown is as ... A: Both you and your boyfriend are right, to a certain extent. Here is the breakdown: You [subject] ...
commas!	10/3/2009
Q: Hope you have time for a quick question. Should a comma follow the word "said" in the following ... A: William: "Look for the white house with the pink roof," Scott said as Jeff was getting up to ...
Grammar	9/30/2009
Q: 1. Ex: Are you seeing anyone special these days? Are you seeing someone special these days? Are ... A: Forgive my lateness in responding. I was away for four days at a conference, and the laptop ...
Grammar	9/28/2009
Q: 1. Ex: She is nice. She is being nice. What’s the difference between the two sentences? Is ... A: Subject: Grammar1. Ex: She is nice. She is being nice. What’s the difference between the two ...
sentences	9/27/2009
Q: 1. I am under the impression that the time phrase “by the end of the month” is often used in future ... A: 1. I am under the impression that the time phrase “by the end of the month” is often used in future ...
infinitive	9/26/2009
Q: My question is about the use of the “infinitive”. My English grammar books tell me that the ... A: Rich: The answer is NO, it cannot. Infinitive are "verbals." "Verbals" are related to verbs, in ...
Subject-Verb agreement	9/26/2009
Q: Could you please explain which of the following sentences are correct and why. The explanation is ... A: Could you please explain which of the following sentences are correct and why. The explanation is ...
sentences	9/25/2009
Q: 1. Do sentences of each below have identical meanings? Old networks of lead water pipes pose ... A: 1. Do sentences of each below have identical meanings? Old networks of lead water pipes pose ...
sentences	9/24/2009
Q: 1. I always feel like relaxing on the couch after a day’s work. I feel like a fool every time when ... A: Subject: sentences1. I always feel like relaxing on the couch after a day’s work. I feel like a ...
grammar	9/24/2009
Q: I was wondering if you could help me find the mistake in this sentence. A:Morning,what can i get ... A: A:Morning,what can i get you? B:I wonder if you would mind giving me a packet of Bensen & Hedges. ...
Grammar	9/21/2009
Q: I would like to write in my paper... The question should not be how an institution can afford a CNS. ... A: Paula: The question should not be how an institution can afford a CNS. The question should be how ...
sentences	9/20/2009
Q: 1. Ex: Mr. Lee comes in on time sometimes. Mr. Lee is never sick and comes in on time sometimes. I ... A: Subject: sentences1. Ex: Mr. Lee comes in on time sometimes. Mr. Lee is never sick and comes in on ...
Conversations	9/18/2009
Q: 1. Do all the conversations below make sense? A: I want to finish these cookies, but I have to ... A: Because your list of questions was so long, I was not able to copy and paste all of them at one ...
meaning of the words "just" and "simply"	9/16/2009
Q: What is the meaning of the words "just" and "simply" in the following sentences? 1."You shouldn't ... A: What is the meaning of the words "just" and "simply" in the following sentences? 1."You shouldn't ...
Grammar	9/16/2009
Q: I am back. Is it correct to say 'How much is 2 plus 2?' or 'How many is 2 plus 2? Please help and ... A: The explanation is this: There is a difference between "count nouns" and "non-count nouns" and ...
Grammar	9/15/2009
Q: I am back. Is it correct to say 'How much is 2 plus 2?' or 'How many is 2 plus 2? Please help and ... A: I am back. Is it correct to say 'How much is 2 plus 2?' or 'How many is 2 plus 2? The "common" or ...
Your "go to" guy	9/14/2009
Q: If you're describing someone as a "go to" guy, what is the correct way of punctuate it? • go-to guy ... A: All of the dictionaries I have consulted that list this phrase [six of them], hyphenate the phrase ...
passives	9/14/2009
Q: Could you tell me why I have to use 'being' in -'he was fined 500 € after being convicted of drunk ... A: I have struggled with your questions most of the day. I will do my best to give brief, but ...
sentences	9/13/2009
Q: 1. Ex: We’ve decided to name the company Macrodick, Inc. I wonder if I can use “denominate” in ... A: Subject: sentences1. Ex: We’ve decided to name the company Macrodick, Inc. I wonder if I can use ...
sentences	9/13/2009
Q: 1.Ex: The two teams’ scores are equal. Can I say, “The two teams’ scores are even.”? If not, I ... A: 1.Ex: The two teams’ scores are equal. Can I say, “The two teams’ scores are even.”? **** Yes, you ...
sentences	9/12/2009
Q: Please help me proofread the sentences blow: 1. How would you deal with the death of one of your ... A: 1. How would you deal with the death of one of your friends? I’d pretend it didn’t happen. I’d try ...
grammatical analysis	9/11/2009
Q: Would you please help me with a grammatical analysis of the following sentence: “How much do the ... A: I sense a "trend" in your questioning. You seem to be focusing on interrogative sentences. ...
Playing card values	9/11/2009
Q: Sorry to bother you with multiple questions in a day, but you always have excellent answers. (No ... A: William: I don't like to sound like a broken record, but the answer to your question is the same as ...
Hyphens	9/11/2009
Q: With novels or short stories, is there an established rule for hyphens with "mid"? I see some ... A: With novels or short stories, is there an established rule for hyphens with "mid"? I see some ...
apostrophe question	9/8/2009
Q: This may seem like a simple question but i just want to verify that i have it correct. I have a ... A: You are very wise in making certain that your new tattoo is correct. Once it's on your back, it's ...
conversations	9/6/2009
Q: 1. Follow-up How do I revise the responses below in order to match the question? A: Why don’t you ... A: 1. Follow-up How do I revise the responses below in order to match the question? A: Why don’t ...
conversations	9/5/2009
Q: 1. A: Why don’t you paint your office a different color? B: (1.) I’ll do it when I am not busy. ... A: Oppo:1. A: Why don’t you paint your office a different color? B: (1.) I’ll do it when I am not ...
object of the infinitive	9/5/2009
Q: I’ve been thinking about the follow-up question I just posted. Maybe I should have asked what the ... A: Rich: I just wrote a very lengthy answer to you. In that answer I tried to indicate that there is ...
sentence analysis	9/5/2009
Q: again, for your help. I hope you will not mind this follow-up question. Would you please verify ... A: Rich: One last go around, and let's see if this works. I guess I just do not know what is meant by ...
sentence analysis	9/4/2009
Q: again, for your help. I hope you will not mind this follow-up question. Would you please verify ... A: Rich: I was out of town all day yesterday, and I had tests done at a hospital this morning. This ...
proofreading	9/4/2009
Q: Please help me proofread my final draft and give me some feedback. Everyone desires to be ... A: I'm including my suggestions -- Everyone desires to be successful in his or her field, but only a ...
proofreading	9/3/2009
Q: 1. Second, social skills are important, too. A person can’t succeed only by himself, rather, he ... A: I just got home from working a 12-hour day, and I leave on a day trip in just 7 hours. I hope my ...
sentence analysis	9/3/2009
Q: Would you please help me make an analysis of the following sentence: “What do you like to do?” I ... A: Your analysis of each word is correct, with one exception: "to do" is an infinitive. Infinitives ...
proofreading	9/2/2009
Q: I have revised part of an essay from a magazine. Please help me proofread it. 1. Everyone wants to ... A: I am offering my suggestions: 1. Everyone wants to be a successful person in his or her field. ...
future perfect? future continuous?	9/2/2009
Q: I really thank you for helping me with a problem I had got. I have another problem here. "By the ... A: As I have said before, you are MUCH BETTER than your grammar book. Once again, IT IS WRONG. Your ...
singular and plural	9/1/2009
Q: I am a Japanese student studying English. I found some sentences I cannot understand and need some ... A: Hello. I am a Japanese student studying English. I found some sentences I cannot understand and ...
questioning or a statement	8/31/2009
Q: My significant other and I have a disagreement about what I said. He made a statement about ordering ... A: Rita: Don't tell your "significant other" that I am sending you this answer, but you are totally ...
conversations	8/30/2009
Q: 1. Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? When will you move to your new apartment? ... A: Oppo:1. Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? When will you move to your new ...
whom	8/30/2009
Q: once again, for your help with my previous question. I hope that you will not mind another ... A: Rich: FOLLOW-UP -- I just thought of another example: "WHOM are you kidding?" [Most people say, ...
conversations	8/30/2009
Q: 1.Should I use “for” or “to” after the phrase “show up”? 20 students are showing up for my class. ... A: My computer is "misbehaving," and this is a very long list of questions. I hope I get them all ...
subject of sentence	8/30/2009
Q: Would you please help me with the following sentence: “Who are you?” I am trying to determine ... A: You should be 100% sure, because you are 100% correct. Because the sentence is interrogatory, the ...
not understand	8/29/2009
Q: She bleached her hair blonde. 1/ She dyed her hair to make it blonde. 2/ She dyed her hair to make ... A: Follow-up to your first question. ***She bleached her hair blonde. 1/ She dyed her hair to make it ...
not understand	8/29/2009
Q: She bleached her hair blonde. 1/ She dyed her hair to make it blonde. 2/ She dyed her hair to make ... A: First, I want to tell you that we have a Vietnamese student at our college. I went to a party for ...
Verb tenses	8/29/2009
Q: I badly need your help because i'm very confused with a sentence that i want to write. Hope you have ... A: "....just like monsters that HAVE BEEN KEPT in the drawer for a long time and HAVE NOW BECOME ...
sentences	8/28/2009
Q: 1. If it weren’t for your help, I wouldn’t able to meet the deadline. If it hadn’t been for your ... A: Subject: sentences1. If it weren’t for your help, I wouldn’t able to meet the deadline. ***This ...
Sentences	8/27/2009
Q: 1. A: Have you ever seen a mudslide? B: Yes. I saw a mudslide near my home during the typhoon. ... A: 1. A: Have you ever seen a mudslide? B: Yes. I saw a mudslide near my home during the typhoon. ...
Punctuations	8/27/2009
Q: Is the below sentence punctuated correctly? I am unsure about the quotes around the "X" and if the ... A: Here is Rule 15c ["Hodges' Harbrace Handbook"]: "The apostrophe and -s are used to make the plural ...
Sentences	8/23/2009
Q: 1. What do we call the machine or cart used by someone sitting inside for moving goods in the ... A: 1. What do we call the machine or cart used by someone sitting inside for moving goods in the ...
General writing and grammar	8/21/2009
Q: Ted! I have got question for you. In the sentence: "We could drive and reach the office in time ... A: In the sentence: "We could drive and reach the office in time thanks to the driving skills of ...
conversations	8/21/2009
Q: 1.Ex: Do you know a shortcut to school? Can I put “the” in front of “school”? What’s the ... A: Subject: conversations1.Ex: Do you know a shortcut to school? Can I put “the” in front of ...
Proper format for AM and PM in sentences	8/20/2009
Q: We're having a heated debate here at the office regarding AM and PM. It's agreed that you can use ... A: Ray: FOLLOW-UP ---- Ray, I took most of my lunch hour yesterday to research this question for you. ...
Punctuating Questions in sentence	8/19/2009
Q: How do I puctuate the following - "Did you go to the grocery?" My sister asked me yesterday. Did ... A: Derek: Here is the correct punctuation: "Did you go to the grocery?" my sister asked me yesterday. ...
Singular or plural	8/19/2009
Q: Ted, Thanks for doing this. Your ratings are amazing. I'm a fellow expert in tax, so I can ... A: John: The verb is determined by the subject [when you have more than one] that is closest to the ...
Regarding correct usage	8/18/2009
Q: I want to ask you that if I write "Trust everything's going on well at your end.",am I using " 's " ... A: You are using it correctly. "Everything's" is the contracted form of "Everything IS." If you ...
re: work	8/17/2009
Q: would you please correct this: I will give a brief testimony and at the conclusion, I shall lead ... A: James: I will give a brief testimony and at the conclusion, I shall lead into a brief message . ...
Sentences	8/16/2009
Q: 1. Ex: This unique and exciting game will have you smiling and dirty in no time. Does the verb ... A: I have been reading about and watching the TV news concerning the terrible typhoon and the loss of ...
To Mourn a Thing or the Loss of a Thing	8/16/2009
Q: A man has lost his fervor. Which is the correct way to express his feelings about his loss: 1)he ... A: "Fervor" is a kind of "passion." It's a very personal feeling. You don't MOURN feelings. You HAVE ...
hello	8/15/2009
Q: I was wondering which one is accurate and if you can explain why: "as the hours closed its doors" ... A: QUICK CORRECTION -- Aaron, I was trying to correct a typographical error, but I hit the SEND button ...
Usage of TO	8/15/2009
Q: In a website I am planning to use: Why use us When use us Grammatically I should add "to" before ... A: Robert: I think you already know the answer, just because you sent me the question. You are ...
Preposition	8/15/2009
Q: Here are the sentences 1/ They traveled mostly IN flat-bottomed boats ON the rivers. But if I used ... A: 1/ They traveled mostly IN flat-bottomed boats ON the rivers. But if I used "ON" and "ACROSS", ...
conjunctive "therefore"	8/15/2009
Q: A student referenced you in a conference a while back, citing your directions regarding semicolon ... A: I am "stunned" that any student would reference me, especially in a conference. Does that make me ...
word choice/punctuation	8/14/2009
Q: Which is correct? Is there a rule for these possibilities in a short story? There was a 10-minute ... A: Here are your two sets of examples: There was a 10-minute recess. There was a 10 minute recess. ...
hyphens	8/14/2009
Q: I don't know whether to place a hyphen between these words, if they are compound words, or need to ... A: You are not the only person who has problems with words or phrase like the ones you have mentioned ...
English grammar	8/13/2009
Q: What is the difference between: I like going to the theatre I'd like to go to the theatre A: What is the difference between: I like going to the theatre *** This sentence means that you have ...
Sentences	8/10/2009
Q: 1. Follow-up question Can you give me some examples where a noun can be after both the present ... A: 1. Follow-up question Can you give me some examples where a noun can be after both the present ...
Punctuation	8/10/2009
Q: Is the below sentence punctuated correctly? That first period troubles me. Thanks for your help. ... A: William: The period belongs INSIDE the single quotation mark. In other countries, some marks of ...
quotes and paragraphs	8/10/2009
Q: Is it acceptable to quote two different speakers in one paragraph if the second speaker is quoted ... A: Tim: The simple answer is "yes." The two sentences you have written are both grammatically and ...
Sentences	8/9/2009
Q: 1. Follow-up Ex: The supervisor talked about slowly changed/changing patterns in consumer habits. ... A: 1. Follow-up Ex: The supervisor talked about slowly changed/changing patterns in consumer habits. ...
Sentences	8/8/2009
Q: 1.Are terms such as “sales report” and ‘sales representative” considered compound nouns? Or “sales” ... A: 1.Are terms such as “sales report” and ‘sales representative” considered compound nouns? Or “sales” ...
punctuations	8/8/2009
Q: Is this sentence punctuated correctly? I am especially concerned about the quotation makes around ... A: I appreciate getting feedback about my answers. One of these days, maybe you'll even consider ...
proofreading	8/7/2009
Q: The following passage is the composition that I’ve discussed with you earlier. Please help me ... A: Here you go, Oppo -- Dear sir: [Capitalize "Sir"] I am interested in applying for the position ...
Sentences	8/6/2009
Q: 1. Ex: According to my qualification for this position, I also expect to earn a reasonable salary ... A: 1. Ex: According to my qualification for this position, I also expect to earn a reasonable ...
Subject Verb agreement anomaly	8/6/2009
Q: If a sentence begins: "It is recommended that the student... Should the next words be "use his ... A: It sounds wrong, because it is wrong. When you use a noun clause ["that the student use his own ...
Sentences	8/6/2009
Q: I have questions about the sentences below: Example: Dear Sir: According to the ... A: Dear Sir: According to the advertisements of Tri-land Trading Company in the net, the ...
wedding	8/5/2009
Q: what is the correct way to write on a wedding invitation " together with our PARENT we would like ... A: There are TWO parents even if they are divorced, so you should use the plural "parents." There are ...
Sentences	8/4/2009
Q: 1. Follow-up question. One reason that our current president is popular with the people is that he ... A: One reason that our current president is popular with the people is that he is clean. Your ...
Sentences	8/4/2009
Q: 1.Do both sentences of each set have identical meanings? He is leaning down to pick up his book. ... A: 1.Do both sentences of each set have identical meanings? He is leaning down to pick up his book. ...
Sentences	8/2/2009
Q: 1.Do the sentences of each group have identical meanings? He traveled to Japan last year. He took ... A: 1.Do the sentences of each group have identical meanings? He traveled to Japan last year. He ...
grammar: since	8/2/2009
Q: a. John always calls me since I be his friend b. John always calls me since I am his friend Which ... A: I did answer your question. Sentence A is wrong, because you are using the verb "be" by itself, and ...
grammar: since	8/2/2009
Q: a. John always calls me since I be his friend b. John always calls me since I am his friend Which ... A: The infinitive of the verb is "to be." But, "be" by itself cannot be used as a verb. Here are the ...
re: mind2	8/2/2009
Q: would you please correct this: Subject: “ It is a mind thing” Up until this point we have learned ... A: Up until this point we have learned about being born again and receiving the gift of the holy ...
Punctuation (Commas)	8/1/2009
Q: Should either of these sentences contain a comma? I don't think so, but someone I respect says yes. ... A: "The air was still humid but felt fresh and clean. She rolled her windows down and enjoyed the cool ...
re: words	8/1/2009
Q: Ted, when it comes to speaking, which one would be correct to use: [let’s or let us] or any other ... A: James: In casual conversations, it is fine to use the contraction, "let's." If you are speaking to ...
Sentences	7/31/2009
Q: 1. Soon after the outbreak of SARS, all the patients in the hospital were quarantined so that they ... A: Oppo: 1. Soon after the outbreak of SARS, all the patients in the hospital were quarantined so that ...
"is" vs "are"	7/28/2009
Q: I would appreciate your opinion on this. The sentence reads: Encloses is our annual contribution ... A: YOU are correct. The verb should be "is." Here is the reason: The full verb is "is enclosed." ...
Sentences	7/27/2009
Q: 1. Conversation A: Do you have self-adhesive envelopes? I need a box of 500. B: Yes, but we only ... A: Oppo:1. Conversation A: Do you have self-adhesive envelopes? I need a box of 500. B: Yes, but ...
grammar question is / are	7/26/2009
Q: I am bit confused. I it possible to say the sentence: There is a few people in the team. or do we ... A: It's unfortunate, for me, that you found my knowledge lacking. If you will check the ratings, I am ...
re: new	7/26/2009
Q: would you please correct this Our new Minister of Music and director, who is talented and gifted ... A: James: Once again, James, I have the feeling that I have let you down. The "volunteer" nomination ...
Sentences	7/24/2009
Q: 1. Do all the conversations below make sense? A: How do you feel about the upcoming job interview? ... A: Oppo: Here are your questions:1. Do all the conversations below make sense? A: How do you feel ...
commas and quotation marks	7/23/2009
Q: Is the comma placed correctly in the following sentence? Thanks! He told her about “Ellen's Spot,” ... A: He told her about “Ellen's Spot,” as the highest overlook on the road was called by the locals. ...
Sentences	7/19/2009
Q: 1. The waiter will seat you in a few minutes. The conference room can seat 200 people. Do both ... A: Subject: Sentences1. The waiter will seat you in a few minutes. The conference room can seat 200 ...
Sentences	7/18/2009
Q: Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? Relaxation (Relaxing) is important because it ... A: My suggestions are written below:Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? Relaxation ...
Word!!!	7/18/2009
Q: London is the capital of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. It ranks as one ... A: London is the capital of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. It ranks as one ...
complements	7/15/2009
Q: Nesbitt, Can you please help me to understand how the word “American” is being used in the ... A: Feel free to call me Ted. The "Mr. Nesbitt" is too formal. “I am an American.” I know it must ...
cater to = cater for ???	7/14/2009
Q: 'cater for sb/sth : to provide the things that a particular person or situation needs or wants ex: ... A: I do not wish to speak ill of any source that provides you with good education. The Longman ...
use of cardinal numbers	7/14/2009
Q: Nesbitt, Can you please tell me how the cardinal number “eight” is being used in the following ... A: FOLLOW UP -- I meant to tell you that I am home on vacation for the rest of this week. I am doing ...
cater to = cater for ???	7/14/2009
Q: 'cater for sb/sth : to provide the things that a particular person or situation needs or wants ex: ... A: Here are the definitions from another online source, http://www.thefreedictionary.com v. ca·tered, ...
Strange	7/14/2009
Q: Am I right to write 1/The voice angle 2/ the angel's voice 3/ the voice of the (an) angel 4/ (I've ... A: The expression, "the voice of an angel," refers to a very sweet sounding voice. Since angels are ...
Book choice	7/13/2009
Q: I am thankful to be answered by you, Ted. Would you kindly help me find which grammar, structure ... A: There are two outstanding grammar books, both of them considered "classics." 1. "Hodges Harbrace ...
Sentences	7/12/2009
Q: 1.We say “budget cut” or “tax cut.” I wonder if I can say “cost cut” as it is shown below: ... A: 1.We say “budget cut” or “tax cut.” I wonder if I can say “cost cut” as it is shown below: ...
present participle	7/11/2009
Q: Nesbitt, My question is about the word "standing" in the following sentence: "The woman is ... A: I read your question when I got home from work last night. I have been asked the question often, ...
proofreading	7/10/2009
Q: I have revised the essay that we discussed earlier. Please help me proofread it and give me some ... A: My suggestions are inserted: What advice would you give your fellow students about preparing for an ...
Grammar	7/9/2009
Q: I have questions about the text below: The second step is to concentrate on the class and study ... A: Here is the remainder of my answer. I'm sorry that I couldn't complete it last night, but I was ...
Grammar	7/8/2009
Q: I have some questions regarding the text below: There are 3 important ways about me to prepare for ... A: My suggestions are inserted in your text, in the usual way. ***** There are 3 important ways about ...
sentence structure	7/4/2009
Q: Nesbitt, Would you please help me to analyze the structure of the following sentence: “How many ... A: “How many bicycles are there?” Your sentence has a construction, although frequently used, that is ...
collective noun	7/3/2009
Q: Nesbitt, I am trying to understand “collective nouns”. In order to test my understanding, would ... A: I have ONE suggestion for you: You should become a volunteer at Allexperts. Your explanations ...
sentence structure	6/18/2009
Q: Nesbitt, I am trying to determine what part of the sentence the word "color" is in the following ... A: Your question poses an interesting problem that is really hard to answer. I formed my opinion and ...
Sentences	6/15/2009
Q: 1. Do both conversations below make sense? A: Will you quit your job next week? B: I don’t know ... A: Subject: Sentences1. Do both conversations below make sense? A: Will you quit your job next week? ...
verbs followed by gerund or infinitive	6/15/2009
Q: Recently I made a lot of research about verbs followed by gerund or infinitive. I know that are ... A: Usually, an infinitive is used after the verb "afford" [or "cannot afford"], but there are some ...
essay	6/12/2009
Q: 1. I have added a few sentences to your revision of my essay. Please help me proofreading again. ... A: When I was a little girl I had a very frightening experience: a car crash that took place yards ...
proofreading	6/11/2009
Q: I have revised a short student composition from an English magazine. Please help me proofread my ... A: I'm putting my suggestions [inserting them] into the text of your SECOND version. The first ...
follow-up questions	6/8/2009
Q: 1. I have a question about a sentence that I mentioned in the previous questions. The sentence: ... A: I will try to sort this out -- The sentence: The teacher said that I should study harder. Your ...
Grammar	6/8/2009
Q: 1.The teacher said, “You should study harder.” The teacher said that I should study harder. The ... A: 1.The teacher said, “You should study harder.” The teacher said that I should study harder. ...
L. G. Alexander makes me confused	6/8/2009
Q: In his grammar book "Longman English Grammar by L. G. Alexander", on page 36, under the heading ... A: I will respond to your other question -- actually, a statement with your Yahoo ID -- tomorrow. I'm ...
A little confused	6/7/2009
Q: 1/ Teacher, please take time to have a look at the 3 sentences below: The thing that we need to do ... A: I will try to choose examples that befit a 22-year-old man. Although I prefer to receive ...
A little confused	6/7/2009
Q: 1/ Teacher, please take time to have a look at the 3 sentences below: The thing that we need to do ... A: What causes the confusion is that, in the English language, there are various ways to say the same ...
Puntuation	6/3/2009
Q: When writing an email - " Hi Anne," is the comma appropriate after Anne's name. A: Even though it is a "casual e-mail," you really should use correct punctuation. If you were writing ...
Sentences	5/29/2009
Q: 1. I have come up with a question to the response in each conversation below. Do all the ... A: Oppo: This has to be the longest list of questions you have sent me. PLEASE try to keep them ...
Sentences	5/24/2009
Q: 1. Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? He sent me a letter a week ago, but the mail ... A: 1. Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? He sent me a letter a week ago, but the ...
Sentences	5/24/2009
Q: 1.I have a question regarding the conversation below: A: Are you waiting for the number four? I ... A: I thought you had disappeared forever. Welcome back! Your questions:1.I have a question regarding ...
grammar	5/23/2009
Q: could u help me with 2 questions? 1/ Huge warehouse stores have been built throughout the country ... A: a/ The doctor examined me and told me I was having the flu. b/ The doctor examined me and told me ...
grammar	5/23/2009
Q: could u help me with 2 questions? 1/ Huge warehouse stores have been built throughout the country ... A: I am very pleased to help you. I greatly admire the hard work that non-English-speaking persons do ...
Using a business name	5/23/2009
Q: In your story, if you use a real business name(for Example: Tiffany and Co.) when you are describing ... A: I am sorry that you have experienced these troubles. I'll do my best to help you. About six or ...
Use of an Apostrophe	5/23/2009
Q: Can you please explain when it is appropriate to use an apostrophe to show possession, and when it ... A: Scott: In most cases, an apostrophe is used to show possession. In most cases, the singular form ...
Using a business name	5/22/2009
Q: In your story, if you use a real business name(for Example: Tiffany and Co.) when you are describing ... A: Joshua: Certainly, you can use their names. [They would be pleased at the free advertising.] This ...
predicate adjective vs adjective	5/19/2009
Q: Nesbitt, I am trying to understand the distinction between a "predicate adjective" and an adjective ... A: You should be a volunteer in grammar at Allexperts! Your reasoning is exactly right. "These coins ...
Commas	5/19/2009
Q: I am always having trouble remembering when commas should be used. Could you tell me where commas ... A: Courtney: In some instances the word "please" is set off by commas: I am asking you, please, to ...
I wonder if you can help me .......	5/18/2009
Q: I wonder if you can help me with these grammar sentences. What's the difference between these two ... A: FOLLOW-UP Dear Antony: When you get an answer from anyone at Allexperts, there SHOULD be an ...
I wonder if you can help me .......	5/18/2009
Q: I wonder if you can help me with these grammar sentences. What's the difference between these two ... A: Here are your two sentences: He seems to be kind. In the above sentence, someone [A] is making a ...
Understood Subject	5/8/2009
Q: Greetings Ted, I would appreciate an answer to this question, that came up in our writing group: ... A: Yes, it is clear to you that the sofa did NOT do the gazing. From a grammatical standpoint, ...
grammar	4/29/2009
Q: Are these correct?: * "A person such as I prefers room temperature." * "Many, including I, prefer ... A: Here are your three sentences: Are these correct?: * "A person such as I prefers room ...
alphabetical listing of company names	4/27/2009
Q: When creating an alphabetical list of company/organization names, should companies with "The" in ... A: Ann: The standard alphabetizing convention is to drop the articles that begin titles -- a, an, and ...
proofreading	4/23/2009
Q: 1. What was the scariest thing that ever happened to you? The thing that scared me the most ... A: 1. What was the scariest thing that ever happened to you? The thing that scared me the most ...
Research Paper (new at online help service)	4/23/2009
Q: Should there be a - between ever and manifesting?(...one notices the ever manifesting ... A: I wanted to send you a "follow up" message, since you related that you were new to Allexperts. If ...
Grammar and conversations	4/19/2009
Q: 1. A: That’s the last time I’m staying at some convention hotel. B: I thought it was very pleasant. ... A: 1. A: That’s the last time I’m staying at some convention hotel. B: I thought it was very ...
sentences and conversations	4/19/2009
Q: 1.A: Is the restaurant far from here? B: (1.) It’s all the way downtown. (2.) It’s all the way ... A: 1.A: Is the restaurant far from here? B: (1.) It’s all the way downtown. (2.) It’s all the ...
conversations	4/18/2009
Q: 1. Are all the B’s responses acceptable in the conversation below? A: Can’t you figure out a ... A: 1. Are all the B’s responses acceptable in the conversation below? A: Can’t you figure out a ...
proofreading and sentences	4/18/2009
Q: The original fourth paragraph: However, drug abuse is a phenomenon of illness. The abusers are ... A: My revised paragraph: Drug abuse is a serious problem that we should never overlook. However, in ...
proofreading	4/17/2009
Q: Ted. I apologize that you felt I was not being fair with you. In fact, I did send the same (number ... A: Ever since I became a part of Allexperts about 10-11 years ago, I have always tried to give very ...
we/us usage	4/17/2009
Q: which is correct and why. one farmer speaking to another says, " The government donated millions to ... A: Robert: I have now sent you two answers, neither of which was evaluated. They remain in my ...
we/us usage	4/17/2009
Q: which is correct and why. one farmer speaking to another says, " The government donated millions to ... A: Robert: It's "to US farmers." It is a prepositional phrase, beginning with the preposition "to." ...
follow-up questions	4/16/2009
Q: 1. Recently illegal drug abuse has become a serious problem around the world. It is terrible that ... A: I am trying to do the best I can for you, but your questions are sometimes confusing to me, and you ...
proofreading and sentences	4/16/2009
Q: I have revised a composition as follow. Please help me with your feedback. Topic: What steps do you ... A: Oppo: I hope you can read this. It's kind of hard to follow: Topic: What steps do you think need ...
Sentences	4/15/2009
Q: 1. Do both conversations below make sense? A: Can you swim? B: You must be kidding me! I am a ... A: 1. Do both conversations below make sense? A: Can you swim? B: You must be kidding me! I am a ...
sentences and conversations	4/13/2009
Q: 1. Do all the conversations below make sense? A: How often do you see a movie? B: I don’t go to the ... A: 1. Do all the conversations below make sense? A: How often do you see a movie? B: I don’t go to ...
sentences and conversations	4/12/2009
Q: 1.A: You were here this morning, weren’t you? B: (1.) Yes, I wwas in my office. (2.) Right. ... A: 1.A: You were here this morning, weren’t you? B: (1.) Yes, I wwas in my office. (2.) Right. ...
follow-up questions	4/10/2009
Q: 1. By the time I arrive at the station, the train will have left. In your previous answer, you said ... A: Oppo: Notice the difference in the constructions of the two sentences: By the time I arrive at the ...
Sentences	4/10/2009
Q: 1. By the time I arrive at the station, the train will have left. Can I use the simple future tense ... A: 1. By the time I arrive at the station, the train will have left. Can I use the simple future tense ...
Using "feel" v. "am" with an adjective such as "hungry" or "tired"	4/9/2009
Q: What is the rule in English regarding using the verb "am" in regards to an adjective that could be a ... A: Shawn: ADDITIONAL COMMENT -- Shawn, I spent a long time responding to your question. However, the ...
follow-up questions	4/5/2009
Q: 1. If you don’t answer any questions right, you still have 10 points. If you miss all the questions, ... A: Subject: follow-up questions1. If you don’t answer any questions right, you still have 10 points. ...
Sentences	4/5/2009
Q: 1. Do all the sentences of each group have identical meanings? The drain grates line up in the ... A: 1. Do all the sentences of each group have identical meanings? The drain grates line up in the ...
that or which?	4/3/2009
Q: I know for usage purposes "who" refers to people; "which" refers to nonliving objects or animals; ... A: Jan: You have done a wonderful job of describing the correct usages of "who," "that," and "which." ...
Sentences	4/2/2009
Q: 1. Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? Ichiro Suzuki, a native of Japan, made his ... A: Oppo: Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? Ichiro Suzuki, a native of Japan, made ...
Sentences	4/2/2009
Q: 1. She is enjoying watching TV. She is enjoying TV. She likes watching TV. She likes to watch ... A: 1. She is enjoying watching TV. She is enjoying TV. ** The first one says that she enjoying the ...
Sentences	3/29/2009
Q: 1. Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? She got off the bus and then went into the ... A: 1. Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? She got off the bus and then went into the ...
Proper word usage	3/25/2009
Q: Is the following sentence grammatically correct? "Six of the teams underwent their TSA Annual ... A: Estelle: The sentence is correct. "Six" is plural, so you must use the plural pronun "their" to ...
Sentences	3/24/2009
Q: 1.Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? The project undertaken by the students is very ... A: Oppo: I am making another presentation during a two-day trip. I won't be back until late Thursday ...
grammar	3/23/2009
Q: What parts of speech are "if" and "possible" in the sentence "Ask your question in a whisper and ... A: Joe: Here is your sentence: What parts of speech are "if" and "possible" in the sentence "Ask ...
Sentences	3/23/2009
Q: Ted. Glad to see you back from your trip. I currently live in Taiwan because my mom is Taiwanese. ... A: 1. Do all the sentences in each group have identical meanings? He suggested a modified plan. He ...
proofreading	3/20/2009
Q: Are you worried about overpopulation? Although overpopulation is not yet a serious problem in my ... A: I am trying to recover from two, 14+ hour days; yesterday's trip included 8 hours of driving and a ...
proofreading	3/19/2009
Q: 1.If you found a one-thousand-dollar bill on the sidewalk, what would you do? Response#1: I’d ... A: 1.If you found a one-thousand-dollar bill on the sidewalk, what would you do? Response#1: I’d ...
proofreading	3/18/2009
Q: 1. How would you deal with the death of one of your friends? I’d be very saddened (or sad) to hear ... A: Subject: proofreading1. How would you deal with the death of one of your friends? I’d be very ...
proofreading	3/18/2009
Q: Please help me proofread the following work. 1. Do you think the social changes in Japan are good ... A: 1. Do you think the social changes in Japan are good or bad? I think social changes can be ...
Grammar	3/16/2009
Q: 1. How do I distinguish “particular” from “special”? (1.) He is a special girl. (Do we say, “He ... A: 1. How do I distinguish “particular” from “special”? (1.) He is a special girl. (Do we say, ...
Sentences	3/15/2009
Q: 1. Is there a vacancy in the (hotel, company, apartment building, parking lot and car)? Does the ... A: Subject: Sentences1. Is there a vacancy in the (hotel, company, apartment building, parking lot and ...
Sentences	3/14/2009
Q: 1. Are the sentences below grammatically correct? A tour guide leads a group of travelers and ... A: 1. Are the sentences below grammatically correct? A tour guide leads a group of travelers and ...
Sentences	3/13/2009
Q: 1. Do both sentences in each set have identical meanings? (Are they grammatically correct?) Some ... A: 1. Do both sentences in each set have identical meanings? (Are they grammatically correct?) ...
essay	3/12/2009
Q: I have some other questions about the rest of the essay that we discussed earlier. The third ... A: I have some other questions about the rest of the essay that we discussed earlier. The third ...
essay	3/12/2009
Q: I have some questions about one essay and its revised version. The first paragraph of the original ... A: I have some questions about one essay and its revised version. The first paragraph of the original ...
Sentences	3/11/2009
Q: 1. Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? The mother is feeding her baby milk. Wolves ... A: 1. Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? The mother is feeding her baby milk. *** ...
conversations	3/8/2009
Q: 1. Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? It’s getting cold here and I am not wearing ... A: 1. Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? It’s getting cold here and I am not ...
Sentences	3/4/2009
Q: 1. Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? I am your trainer. I am here to train you how ... A: I am back for the evening and leave again tomorrow morning for a day or two. Here are your ...
Sentences	3/1/2009
Q: 1.Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? I have just finished downloading the movie and ... A: Remember that I will be traveling and will have no computer access for Monday-Wednesday and also on ...
re: address	3/1/2009
Q: Ted, Is it true, to give an address to an audience,there should be no more than one speaker on ... A: James: It is NOT true. There may be several speakers, depending on the topic and the length of the ...
re: colon	3/1/2009
Q: Ted, I thank, I understand the use of the colon, is to introduce a list and a formal quotation. My ... A: James: Here is a "formal quotation" -- words that are quoted directly from someone else and not ...
follow-up questions	2/27/2009
Q: 1. I don’t have any red pen, so I’ll use the blue one instead. ** It would be much better to ... A: Subject: follow-up questions1. I don’t have any red pen, so I’ll use the blue one instead. ** ...
Sentences	2/26/2009
Q: 1.Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? I don’t have any red pen, so I’ll use the blue ... A: Subject: Sentences1.Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? I don’t have any red pen, ...
grammar	2/23/2009
Q: Whether the below sentence is grammatically correct: "Decrease in number of students' absenteeism ... A: You need to start your sentence with the word "the." Since absenteeism is one thing and tardiness ...
Sentences	2/22/2009
Q: 1. Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? Before I process your request, may I verify ... A: I am having major internet problems. I hope I'm able to answer all your questions, before I once ...
Sentences	2/21/2009
Q: 1. Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? I need a match to light a cigarette. ... A: 1. Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? I need a match to light a cigarette. ...
Sentences	2/20/2009
Q: 1.Follow-up question I examine the machines randomly (at random). I examine the machines ... A: 1.Follow-up question I examine the machines randomly (at random). I examine the machines ...
conversations	2/20/2009
Q: Ted. Glad to see you back at Allexperts. I hope your previous issued has been resolved. Otherwise, I ... A: I rejoined Allexperts about a week ago. I intend to watch their evaluation system, because I am not ...
Comma use with dates	2/18/2009
Q: If I am writing a sentences do I need a comma after the date February 26th or March 3rd? Food for ... A: Sue: I was going to type the entire section from "The Hodges' Harbrace Handbook," but, it's really ...
proper grammer	2/17/2009
Q: I have a question on the correct usage or spelling of the word its'. I have been told that you do ... A: Anthony: I am puzzled by your ratings, and I hope that you do not treat others volunteers as you ...
proper grammer	2/16/2009
Q: I have a question on the correct usage or spelling of the word its'. I have been told that you do ... A: Anthony: There are two ways -- it's = the contraction for the words "it is" -- the apostrophe is ...
question	2/16/2009
Q: Should I include a comma in the following sentence before the word which? Tonight, I went to the ... A: Jason: "Restrictive words, phrases, and clauses" are essential to the meaning of the sentence. ...
Sentences	2/4/2009
Q: 1. A: How long have you been studying English? B: (1.) About two hours. (2.) About ten years. ... A: SPECIAL MESSAGE -- Nearly two weeks ago, I set my status at Allexperts to “on vacation.” I had ...
Sentences	2/2/2009
Q: Ted. I hate to see you leave Allexperts because you are one of the best experts of all time. I guess ... A: Hi, Ted. I hate to see you leave Allexperts because you are one of the best experts of all time. I ...
Sentences	1/31/2009
Q: 1. Do both sentences in each set below have identical meanings? We are having a sale on our ... A: I want to alert you that I plan to leave Allexperts in the near future. My ratings are not being ...
Use of comma before "and" and "or"	1/31/2009
Q: Should I write: 1. "I had a sandwich, coffee, and oragne juice"? 2. Would you like to have a ... A: When you list a series, you should separate the parts of the series with commas. Some people do not ...
apostrophe	1/25/2009
Q: How do I write: Julie's mom's pen OR Julie's moms pen A: The proper way is Julie's mom's pen. You are showing two different examples of possession: (1) the ...
questions	1/23/2009
Q: Thanks for all your help in advance A: Nancy: Here is how Allexperts works. When I send an answer, Allexperts attaches an evaluation ...
Grammar and Writing	1/23/2009
Q: I have 3 question that have me a little confused.Can you please help. Correct example of plural ... A: I commend you for being a concerned and helpful parent. The world needs more people like you. ...
sentences	1/19/2009
Q: 1. Ex: As well as being a source of news and information, watching TV provides us with entertainment ... A: Oppo: Your LAST nomination showed up; the other four have NOT. Thank you.1. Ex: As well as being ...
sentences	1/18/2009
Q: Ted. I hope that you have received my last nomination and things work well there, too. You have been ... A: Ted. I hope that you have received my last nomination and things work well there, too. You have ...
Use of commas in suffixes to names	1/16/2009
Q: Is it correct to use commas after a person's name and before the indication of seniority, for ... A: Yes, there is a grammatical rule. I'm typing the rule from "The College Writer's Reference," 2d ...
Sentences	1/16/2009
Q: Ted. Thanks for your previous message. I think there must've been some kind of misunderstanding. I ... A: Your explanation and apology [I have pasted them in below] are fine, except you did the same thing ...
sentences	1/16/2009
Q: 1.Ex: The candidate kept talking even though there was almost no one left except for some staff ... A: I didn't expect to hear from you again, after my last answer. I thought about writing a follow-up ...
Sentences	1/12/2009
Q: 1.Whatever you do, make sure you do it right. Wherever you go, I’ll find you. However you do ... A: 1.Whatever you do, make sure you do it right. Wherever you go, I’ll find you. However you ...
Modals	1/12/2009
Q: 1. It can rain in the desert sometimes, but you can’t depend on it. Can I say, “It might rain…”? ... A: Oppo:1. It can rain in the desert sometimes, but you can’t depend on it. Can I say, “It might ...
Grammar	1/11/2009
Q: 1. (1.) Someone is knocking at the door. That would be Fred. (2.) When I asked the designer why he ... A: 1. (1.) Someone is knocking at the door. That would be Fred. (2.) When I asked the designer why he ...
Sentences	1/11/2009
Q: 1. 1. He thinks he would have retired by now. He thought he would retire soon. What’s the ... A: 1. 1. He thinks he would have retired by now. He thought he would retire soon. The first ...
Grammar	1/10/2009
Q: 1. Ex: Our ancestors must have been remarkable people to have lived with such hardships. (a.) What ... A: Your questions -- 1. Ex: Our ancestors must have been remarkable people to have lived with such ...
Editing	1/3/2009
Q: Ted, I want to know the exact meaning and how they are different from one another... Even though, ... A: Even though, though, and although are very similar and can often be interchanged with each other. ...
her vs she	12/31/2008
Q: doc: see whether it's ur wife hus: oh, my god! it's (her or she) which one is correct her or she ... A: When you send a question, you really should do your very best job in typing it correctly. My first ...
Possessive of Plural Nouns - Jesus' or Jesus's? guys' or guys's?	12/29/2008
Q: Ted, I see you are no longer accepting questions, but please consider this exception. Thanks in ... A: Bob: I probably shouldn't be venturing into this messy situation, for several reasons: (1) usage ...
sentences	12/28/2008
Q: 1. You can’t make a U turn at this crossroad. You can’t turn around at this crossroad. Do both ... A: Oppo:1. You can’t make a U turn at this crossroad. You can’t turn around at this crossroad. Do ...
grammar	12/27/2008
Q: 1. Do you think I should learn how to drive? Do you think I should learn driving? Do you think ... A: Oppo: 1. Do you think I should learn how to drive? Do you think I should learn driving? Do you ...
essay	12/26/2008
Q: I have five questions about part of the essay below: The second step in my methods for improving ... A: Oppo: I'll try to sort all this out. ***** I have five questions about part of the essay below: ...
essay	12/25/2008
Q: Merry Christmas! I have five questions about part of a composition below: Oh no! It is Sunday ... A: I was not home yesterday -- Christmas Day -- because I spent the entire day visiting my elderly aunt ...
who vs whom	12/23/2008
Q: with whom did you go to cinema? OR who did you go to cinema with? i read that WHO ... A: The correct pronoun is "with whom." It is the object of the preposition "with," and ALL objects ...
Grammar	12/19/2008
Q: 1. How do we distinguish between “convert ...to” and “convert…. into”? 2. Although rather light ... A: Oppo: 1. How do we distinguish between “convert ...to” and “convert…. into”? **** They are very ...
Grammar	12/19/2008
Q: Ted. I have been healing from my back injury for the past few weeks. That's why I don't ask ... A: I'm sorry to hear about your back injury. I hope you are feeling better. I am going to ask you NOT ...
Technically	12/18/2008
Q: How does one use "technically" properly? Is it about a fact not official, or a not well recognized ... A: Andrew: The use of "technically" is NOT for an "unofficial fact," but rather, for a fact not ...
3 quotes	12/13/2008
Q: !! I'm not sure if I asked you about these sentences before. I'm sure I asked somebody about it, but ... A: Luke, I'll do my best: It was at a pub in the city centre, and there was a guy with a fiddle, and ...
Grammar	12/11/2008
Q: Please tell me if " I am done," meaning, 'I have finished a task', is acceptable? ANSWER: Frances: ... A: I wanted to add a couple of comments, and by doing it this way, you will not need to re-evaluate my ...
Grammar	12/10/2008
Q: Please tell me if " I am done," meaning, 'I have finished a task', is acceptable? A: Frances: It certainly is. "I have finished" is acceptable as it is, BUT, those three words "cry ...
grammar quesion!	12/1/2008
Q: For my website as a Professional Organizer, I have a sentence and not sure which is correct: My ... A: Terri: FOLLOW-UP COMMENT: I delayed my week-long trip this morning to send you a second response, ...
grammar quesion!	12/1/2008
Q: For my website as a Professional Organizer, I have a sentence and not sure which is correct: My ... A: Terri: This is one of the most interesting questions I've had in a long time. Here is your ...
Scholarship essay. Any mistakes?	11/28/2008
Q: this is an essay I want to submit for a scholarship. I would be thankful if you could review it and ... A: I want to respond to the ratings you gave me for my answer. I have served as a volunteer at ...
Citation Punctuation	11/28/2008
Q: How would I punctuate the following sentence in MLA format: When asked who he is, Satan ... A: Jenny: Here is an MLA example from a paper presented by Diana Hacker, an expert on style ...
correct way to sign a report	11/22/2008
Q: Which of the follow is correct or are they both acceptable Dr. John Doe, M.D. John Doe, M.D. ... A: ALL the style manuals say that the correct version is John Doe, M. D. Since "M. D." means DOCTOR of ...
Phrase which includes prevalence rate.	11/18/2008
Q: I am aware that writers usually write, "The prevalence rate of depression..." or "The prevalence ... A: Ernie: I see what your issue is, but you are mixing two different things in your two examples. ...
Sentences	11/18/2008
Q: 1. Ex1: Have you ever been to the famous temple on the outskirts of the city? What’s the difference ... A: 1. Ex1: Have you ever been to the famous temple on the outskirts of the city? What’s the ...
Grammar	11/15/2008
Q: 1. When will you move your office? When will you move into your office? What's the difference ... A: I haven't heard from you for a while. I thought you were gone from Allexperts! *****1. When will ...
hyphen	11/12/2008
Q: I'm a bit confused about the use of the hyphen. Should a hyphen be added to the following examples? ... A: Your guess is exactly right. #4 should be hyphenated, because the two adjectives [low and mass] are ...
continuous/simple	11/8/2008
Q: First off I'd like to thank you for the two last answers to my questions. I was unable to rate your ... A: Luke: Yes, there seems to be a problem with Allexperts. The experts for "rabbits" and "coin ...
grammar	11/6/2008
Q: How's life :) Which sounds better? 1. We always look for good translators OR We're always looking ... A: Which sounds better? 1. We always look for good translators OR We're always looking for good ...
grammar2	11/6/2008
Q: 1. Someone is following me. Someone follows me. (I want to say that something has been going on for ... A: FOLLOW-UP -- Luke, I have already resent this message to you once. This is my third attempt. For ...
neologisms in advertising	11/5/2008
Q: I'm Russian and I really need your help! Well, I want to clear it out what I'm looking for - words ... A: You have a difficult project. First, "neologisms" are words that are "newly created," and they ...
grammar "thought to himself"	10/31/2008
Q: When we say something like, "Wow! This water is murky". John thought to himself. The sentence where ... A: Steve: Thoughts, which are not spoken aloud, are still considered to be stated remarks. So, John's ...
been running/have run/been written/was written	10/30/2008
Q: I have some more questions, however :) 1. How long have you been running, Tom? (use it while he is ... A: I have some more questions, however :) 1. How long have you been running, Tom? (use it while he ...
past perfect/what is......	10/30/2008
Q: I'm back :) I have some more questions: 1.We had met each other before 2. I went to Africa in ... A: Luke: Welcome back! **** I have some more questions: 1.We had met each other before 2. I ...
present prefect simple/continuous	10/30/2008
Q: 1. How long have you been working in this bookshop? 2. How long have you worked in this bookshop? 3. ... A: 1. How long have you been working in this bookshop? 2. How long have you worked in this bookshop? ...
short questions	10/30/2008
Q: Good morning Ted! Is it OK to write: 1. Which of these two information says that something has ... A: Luke: Is it OK to write: 1. Which of these two information says that something has been ...
Commas with Appositives	10/29/2008
Q: My grammar book says nonrestrictive appositives need commas around them and gives this example: ... A: Bill: Yes, "the champion" is a nonrestrictive appositive. "James is a great player" is the main ...
Sentences	10/26/2008
Q: 1. Many employees consider this a harsh decision. Many employees consider your decision very ... A: 1. Many employees consider this a harsh decision. Many employees consider your decision very ...
Sentences	10/26/2008
Q: 1. (1.) It is in regard to your decision to make the mill off-limits to smokers. Can “with regard ... A: 1. (1.) It is in regard to your decision to make the mill off-limits to smokers. Can “with ...
Sentences	10/24/2008
Q: 1.Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? Ex1: Scientists now have enough date on El ... A: I am sorry for the delay in responding, but my elderly aunt is in critical condition in the ...
conditionals	10/23/2008
Q: 1. She wouldn't wait that long if she knew he wasn't going to come 2. She wouldn't have waited that ... A: Luke: 1. She wouldn't wait that long if she knew he wasn't going to come 2. She wouldn't have ...
Sentences	10/22/2008
Q: 1. Ex: Rachel is as beautiful as Jean. Are both ‘as”s prepositions? What do they mean? 2 I have ... A: 1. Ex: Rachel is as beautiful as Jean. Are both ‘as”s prepositions? What do they mean? YES, ...
Sentences	10/21/2008
Q: 1. She had her car serviced at the garage last week. What is another word for “serviced” in the ... A: . She had her car serviced at the garage last week. What is another word for “serviced” in the ...
is	10/19/2008
Q: I have a question about the phrase "what is there" from the sentence below. "It may be that we have ... A: Luke: I have a question about the phrase "what is there" from the sentence below. "It may be that ...
Capitalization	10/16/2008
Q: When should metro (metropolitan) be capitalized. We live in Metro Atlanta or metro Atlanta? A: Charles: I have checked two style guides -- the Associated Press and The Chicago Manual of Style. ...
1 sentence	10/16/2008
Q: If Seb didn't come with us to the desert, everyone would be very disappointed. --- does the first ... A: Luke: FOLLOW-UP If I ruled the grammar world, I would forbid the use of both the conditional mood ...
conditionals	10/16/2008
Q: A) I wasn't really surprised that we got lost because I knew that the navigator couldn't map-read. ... A: Luke: There are just two grammar topics that I do not like trying to explain: conditional mood and ...
sentences	10/14/2008
Q: Can you have a look at these sentences and tell me if they are alright? 1. I'm sorry I forgot to ... A: Luke: First, in the last message I sent to you -- about an hour ago -- I was interrupted several ...
reported speech	10/14/2008
Q: Will you check the sentences below for me please? 1. "You lied to me," Dennis told Ann. Dennis ... A: Luke: Will you check the sentences below for me please? 1. "You lied to me," Dennis told Ann. ...
When to use she or her	10/9/2008
Q: Which sentence is correct? The petition stemmed from her and Mr. Smith having an argument. Thanks ... A: Venessa: You should use "her," because it is one of the two objects of the preposition "from." ...
tense/will have	10/5/2008
Q: How's your Sunday going? It was a nice sunny day here in the place where I live, and it was even ... A: How's your Sunday going? It was a nice sunny day here in the place where I live, and it was even ...
RE: WORD	10/4/2008
Q: Ted, I realize that the word retroactive is speaking of past events. [ is this a good use of that ... A: James: You can use "retroactive" to refer to the 1999 plans, but you'll have to revise your ...
tenses/were/had been/have been	10/3/2008
Q: how are you? I have a question about the tenses on the basis of one sentence: A press release ... A: Luke: Here's the problem: THE VERB 'SAYS' The press release is "now" -- it was issued today. ...
tenses/were/had been/have been	10/2/2008
Q: how are you? I have a question about the tenses on the basis of one sentence: A press release ... A: Luke: Your questions -- A press release issued today says [it has to be "SAYS" and the second ...
grammar question	9/25/2008
Q: I know that we should say: I don't know where she IS. OR I don't know where the students are. ---so ... A: Luke: How about these: If I ask a question I say: Where is this? But if I say: Tell me please ...
grammar question	9/25/2008
Q: I know that we should say: I don't know where she IS. OR I don't know where the students are. ---so ... A: Luke: About changing the position of the verb "is" -- yourI know that we should say: I don't know ...
Auxiliaries	9/23/2008
Q: What is an example of a verb phrase that consists of three auxiliary verbs? A: There are thousands. You and I could put them together all night! A verb phrase combines one or ...
Sentences	9/21/2008
Q: 1. Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? Contaminated milk products have contributed ... A: 1. Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? Contaminated milk products have contributed ...
Why such a writing?	9/19/2008
Q: I am sad to hear of your wound. Now I would like to ask you : In your hands and those of your ... A: Walden: Thank you for your message. I am slowly improving, health-wise. Some days are more ...
Sentences	9/17/2008
Q: 1. Should I say, “That’s not my fault.” Or “That’s not my mistake.” in the following conversations? ... A: 1. Should I say, “That’s not my fault.” Or “That’s not my mistake.” in the following ...
follow-up	9/16/2008
Q: It's still a follow-up question to the previous one. You wrote: Really, Luke, if you are asking ... A: Luke: I don't know if I can offer any more suggestions on this subject. In your last message your ...
do you/are you	9/16/2008
Q: Are you learning other languages apart from English? Do you learn other languages apart from ... A: You wrote: "Do you learn" is strange [and incorrect], because the "learning process" should be ...
do you/are you	9/15/2008
Q: Are you learning other languages apart from English? Do you learn other languages apart from ... A: Your questions -- Are you learning other languages apart from English? Do you learn other ...
2 questions	9/14/2008
Q: how have you been? Everything's fine with me, and I hope it's the same with you. 1. I know that ... A: Luke: Here is your follow-upI understand from your answer that it is possible to say: I FEEL GOOD, ...
Colon	7/22/2008
Q: My answer is: No. I'm told by many grammar experts that this is correct. They say the colon means ... A: I am returning to service at Allexperts, although I have not completely recovered from my injuries ...
the/until/	7/15/2008
Q: I've read somewhere that when you refer to the U.S. as simply "America" then you do not have to use ... A: Luke: Here is what you wrote, and I'm going to insert my suggestions: I've read somewhere that ...
grammar/distributive adjectives all/each	7/15/2008
Q: Can you define the usage of "all" and "each" (distributive and nominal adjectives)? Can you define ... A: I was very reluctant to take this question -- I went back on my promise this past week and answered ...
intransitive verb	7/14/2008
Q: My dictionary say the word "run" is intransitive in this sentence but I think it's transitive. Would ... A: Roger: You are SO good! You are exactly correct about "She ran over the last few yards." That is ...
intransitive verb	7/14/2008
Q: My dictionary say the word "run" is intransitive in this sentence but I think it's transitive. Would ... A: Roger: Suggestion #1 -- Go back and read the dictionary passage again. "Run" [past tense "ran"] ...
comma after apostrophe?	7/14/2008
Q: Is it ok to write: ..to ensure each internal installation meets or exceeds our, and our customers’, ... A: Jeff: There is NO reason to set off the words "and our customers'" with commas. The correct ...
sentences	7/11/2008
Q: 1. Japan's economy has been very slow for years, and perhaps it will remain this way in a while ... A: 1. Japan's economy has been very slow for years, and perhaps it will remain this way in a while ...
Direct object	7/6/2008
Q: My grammar book says that "bank" is not a direct object in this sentence: "The bank was robbed." ... A: Roger: Your sentence -- "The bank was robbed." "Bank" is the subject of the verb "was robbed." ...
tenses	7/2/2008
Q: how are you? Has the weather already got better in the place where you live? In Poland it's been ... A: Has the weather already got better in the place where you live? In Poland it's been very hot for ...
Grammar Questions	6/30/2008
Q: I have some more questions: 1. Why does "also" not require commas in the middle of a sentence while ... A: Pat: I WANTED TO ADD THIS FOLLOW-UP MESSAGE: PAT, AS I INDICATED TO YOU, I DECIDED TO HELP YOU BY ...
Adverbs & Other Parts of Speech	6/28/2008
Q: as I said it helps alot to have help when your doing online schooling, as to understand better, ... A: Michelle: I was out of town all day yesterday, so I did not have a chance go answer until now. ...
follow up	6/27/2008
Q: "verb, base form" is the tagged part if speech the word is being used in. However, the only ... A: Keith: This question is getting "clearer." Thanks for the revision. My first question seems to be ...
follow up	6/26/2008
Q: "verb, base form" is the tagged part if speech the word is being used in. However, the only ... A: Keith: **** I WANTED TO ADD A FOLLOW-UP TO THE ANSWER I SENT YOU. DO YOU NEED HELP IN FINDING ...
which word to use . .	6/24/2008
Q: I do not know which is grammically correct. This is the title to my book . "A guide to responsible ... A: You've presented a problem. Given what information with which you have provided me, my choice would ...
another/no/not/wondering	6/22/2008
Q: One more question. 1. "Another" can be used only with singular entities while other can be used ... A: Luke: You have come up with some really "teasers." Hello again. One more question. 1. ...
passages	6/19/2008
Q: Good evening Ted. It's almost 1 a.m. here and I've just reminded myself that I wanted to ask you ... A: I'm reading a book and there are some sentences which are troublesome for me,i.e., I have some ...
grammar/passage	6/17/2008
Q: I have two questions. One is related to grammar and the other to a certain passage from a book. Do ... A: Your questions and my answers -- Do you think that all of those sentences are fine: 1.I don’t ...
grammar	6/10/2008
Q: 1.I know that both of them are correct. I would say that only the first one is OK. We ask "Which" so ... A: Let me see if I can figure this out. Here is your second sentence: 2. Usually one of the most ...
grammar	6/10/2008
Q: 1.I know that both of them are correct. I would say that only the first one is OK. We ask "Which" so ... A: Here's the follow-up to your questions: 1.I know that both of them are correct. I would say that ...
grammar	6/9/2008
Q: how are you? This time I have only grammar questions. 1. a)I'm always trying to do my work as best ... A: Luke -- My answers: 1. a)I'm always trying to do my work as best as possible. b)I always try to do ...
punctuation and capitalization	6/4/2008
Q: I am writing to you as im not very good with written english, and im doing online schooling, im now ... A: Michelle: FOLLOW-UP TO THE ANSWER I JUST SENT: MICHELLE, IF YOU NEED MORE EXPLANATIONS ABOUT WHAT ...
rock/stone/paragraph	6/3/2008
Q: The author of the book about magic wrote: Magic concerning rocks and stones is included in this ... A: I stayed after work -- very busy day, and it was NOT supposed to be -- to talk with a student, "my ...
sentences	5/26/2008
Q: 1. Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? Mt. Rushmore is famous for four carved faces ... A: Subject: sentences1. Are all the sentences below grammatically correct? Mt. Rushmore is famous ...
; or '?	5/18/2008
Q: I am an unpublished writer, currently on the third draft of my first short sci-fi fantasy story. ... A: Glenn: I've adopted a new policy of NOT answering questions from people who have not contacted me ...
Pronoun Usage	5/17/2008
Q: Which pronoun should be used in the following sentences and why? 1. This information is just ... A: Here is the definition of an appositive [from "Hodges' Harbrace Handbook," 14th edition, 2001] -- ...
Pronoun Usage	5/15/2008
Q: Which pronoun should be used in the following sentences and why? 1. This information is just ... A: Both sentences end (almost) with a prepositional phrase -- "of us." The objective of the ...
none/neither/sentence	5/7/2008
Q: I have two questions. 1. My grammar book says that after (Neither of ...) a singular or a plural ... A: Luke: So, I understand that doesn't matter which of them you use (neither or none) you always ...
none/neither/sentence	5/6/2008
Q: I have two questions. 1. My grammar book says that after (Neither of ...) a singular or a plural ... A: Luke: Here they are -- I have two questions. 1. My grammar book says that after (Neither of ...
Numbers-- numerical or written	4/30/2008
Q: I was taught in elementary school that when writing general essays, stories, etc. numbers under ten ... A: Fortunately, some things never change. What you were taught in elementary school still applies. ...
grammar	4/30/2008
Q: Hope everything's fine with you! I'd like to ask you about the word "tutor" Is it OK to write or ... A: One day the weather is like summer and the next day we have the threat of snow! [We didn't get the ...
Sentence grammar question	4/29/2008
Q: Is the following sentence grammatically correct? Hopefully, we made the right choice to stay put. A: The sentence is correct. At first, I was going to recommend that you delete "put," since the ...
Plurals: Proper use of past tense, present	4/26/2008
Q: This sounds so basic, but I was surprised by how bad I actually was at this, in fact, much of 12th ... A: Sam: Here is what you wrote -- This sounds so basic, but I was surprised by how bad I actually ...
hyphenation	4/24/2008
Q: Nesbitt: Yesterday I saw the sentence "This is a widely-used format." Should "widely-used" be ... A: Dawn: You are right. The sentence is wrong. Here is the rule from "Hodges' Harbrace Handbook," ...
identifying parts of speech	4/23/2008
Q: Can you tell me what parts of speech the following words are: to help preserve I think we have the ... A: Cara: This is my FOURTH attempt to answer your question. There must be a big problem at Allexperts ...
has/have	4/22/2008
Q: The following is written on a certificate-- The Task Force of the school district at the ... A: Laurie: YOU are right. The certificate is wrong. Take out the prepositional phrases that have no ...
correct usage	4/21/2008
Q: Ted...thanks for your reply. Perhaps I should have asked the question differently: what is the ... A: Janet: You wrote -- Ted was very willing to spend a lot of time searching for my answer. A score of ...
passage	4/20/2008
Q: How are you? There is a short passage below. I have a few questions regarding it. Information ... A: Let's see if what I write makes any sense. It's late and on "my day of rest," I have worked very ...
Therefore	4/17/2008
Q: I always get confused when punctuating a sentence including the word "therefore." My employer used ... A: Tish: "Therefore" is usually used as a "conjunctive adverb," that is, an adverb that "joins." If ...
Double Negative	4/8/2008
Q: I am wondering if this sentence is a double negative and if it is how to correct it. "She didn't not ... A: Neo: I thought there was a specific term for your example, but, after hours of searching grammar ...
Grammar	4/7/2008
Q: A student asked me what 'I am already being helped ' is grammatically. Is it present perfect ... A: Robin: Put aside the adverb "already," since it is just a modifier. That leaves the verb phrase as ...
HAD	4/6/2008
Q: There’s the sentence: What also happened by this stage, is that the feeling of sickness passed, ... A: Luke: The first sentence below is VERY troublesome. It really needs to be revised. **** What ...
the phrase "went missing"	4/4/2008
Q: I hear the phrase often on television, and see it in print, but every time I do, it sounds so wrong ... A: Instead of surfing the web with Google, I went to the ULTIMATE SOURCE, "The Oxford English ...
comma use	4/3/2008
Q: I work for 6 psychologists as a transcriptionist. The following sentence, with slight variations, ... A: Tish: I don't SEE any punctuation in the sentence, other than the period at the end, so I don't ...
grammar	3/30/2008
Q: How are you? I have two grammar questions to you this time. There's the sentence: 1. When someone ... A: Luke: Here is what you wrote -- with my insertions: a)when there is a phrase ending with "of" ...
grammar	3/30/2008
Q: How are you? I have two grammar questions to you this time. There's the sentence: 1. When someone ... A: First, I found a web site that has "Happy Easter" in about 100+ different languages . . . so I ...
simile or not?	3/29/2008
Q: Would "Let Ethereal Hope shine star-like with chaste Love..." be a simile? A: Similes either use the words "as" or "like" [or they are implied] in making the comparisons. ...
By the time...	3/21/2008
Q: Is it an absolute necessity that one always use a comma after a clause that starts a sentence with ... A: Brad: Your sentence is a little more complicated. In actuality, the sentence begins with an ...
sentences	3/13/2008
Q: 1. They live on the hill. They live up the hill. What's the difference between the two? 2. They ... A: Oppo:1. They live on the hill. They live up the hill. What's the difference between the two? ...
3 questions	3/11/2008
Q: I have three questions this time, but they are not long. 1. Which is correct: 1. As soon as this ... A: Luke: I have had a few coughing seizures, so I'm getting ready for bed. I hope this makes sense -- ...
questions	3/10/2008
Q: It's good to see you again here :) Where is Tom? Could you tell me where Tom is? It's clear that ... A: Luke: I'll do my best to clarify -- Here is a portion of what you just wrote to me: If A asks ...
questions	3/10/2008
Q: It's good to see you again here :) Where is Tom? Could you tell me where Tom is? It's clear that ... A: I have been sick with a bad cold and a strange strain of influenza. I've missed more than a week of ...
relative clauses	2/29/2008
Q: I have asked this question at an English Forum and I've received quite discrepant opinions from ... A: Luke: I'll do my best, but different people have different ways of seeing things . . . and, ...
A Question on Grammar	2/28/2008
Q: You know, there are sentences like "I have no one to talk to." "I need a pen to write with." Is ... A: Sandy: For centuries, the rule was "do not end a sentence with a preposition." We have gradually ...
may/might/can/could	2/25/2008
Q: I'd like to ask you about can/might. There's the sentence: "They can/might be away for the weekend ... A: I'm inserting my responses in your text -- There's the sentence: "They can/might be away for the ...
2 questions	2/20/2008
Q: There is the sentence, actually, it is only a part of it: ...would I be less preferred had I taken ... A: Luke: There is the sentence, actually, it is only a part of it: ..would I be less preferred had ...
Around/Round	2/12/2008
Q: Nesbitt:Here's my1-In British English, when must we use "Round"and not"Around"? e.g.I read"Round the ... A: I hope that I do not mislead you, but I live in the United States, and I am not well educated in ...
Above/Over	2/11/2008
Q: Ted, This's myWhat's the main difference between"above"&"over" when they refer to PLACE ONLY? When ... A: The general rule is this: Above -- on top of something. Over -- beyond something. Here are some ...
Re: salary	2/10/2008
Q: Ted, would you please correct this text? Dear Rev. Bean, Who is responsible for setting up ... A: James: My eyes are failing me. I cannot find "can" or "could" in your text. These two verbs are ...
grammar	2/6/2008
Q: I have some grammar questions this time. 1. What's the difference in meaning between these two ... A: I have some grammar questions this time. ***** AND I HAVE SOME ANSWERS FOR THE PRINCE OF POLAND! ...
him or his	1/9/2008
Q: what can i say in this case: " a friend of his....or....a friend of him" Thanks A: Mimi: You have two ways of saying it: 1. I am a friend of his. 2. I am his friend. "Friend of ...
other/others/the others/another	1/7/2008
Q: I'm trying to use all these words quite automatically without thinking about it, however, I'm ... A: I wish you had sent me some examples, so that I could see if you are using them correctly in YOUR ...
Proper Comma Placement	12/31/2007
Q: Can you tell me whether or not the commas are correctly used in the following sentences? 1. USGS ... A: Here are my answers to your three sentences: 1. USGS cooperator, Dr. Jim Fin, has completed a ...
Syntax.	12/30/2007
Q: is it right or wrong in english language? Thanks. < Taleban' s nightmare. To see one day Allah ... A: Ken: I'm not going to say anything about the "puns," but I hope everyone understands them. [I ...
sentence skills	12/29/2007
Q: Which of the following is a fragment the truth can be unpleasant The rams locked horns and then the ... A: Lori: You've run them all together. I'm going to try to separate them, and I hope I do it right: ...
practical english word usage	12/28/2007
Q: I am new here. I am not very good at Biology or English, and need help on some questions, please ... A: Rather than just give you the correct answers, I like to provide a brief explanation, so that you, ...
Grammar doubt	12/16/2007
Q: Here goes my second question Please help me with the following doubt: Which of the following ... A: So then is the sentence "It is sometimes told that democratic government originated in the ...
Grammar doubt	12/15/2007
Q: Here goes my second question Please help me with the following doubt: Which of the following ... A: You wrote -- My one doubt remains...Ok is the sentence fragment "It is sometimes told that" ...
Grammar doubt	12/15/2007
Q: Here goes my second question Please help me with the following doubt: Which of the following ... A: The correct answer is #2. If you ended at the word "democratic," your sentence would be incomplete. ...
Word Usage	12/15/2007
Q: I am a great fan of your expertise.I have read that you dont accept questions any more,but I would ... A: Here is an excellent resource for you to use: http://www.m-w.com/dictionary There is a search box. ...
capitalization of titles	12/13/2007
Q: How would I capitalize this Marijuana! Is it really that Harmful? My professor said there is ... A: Robert: FOLLOW-UP I just noticed your subject -- "capitalization of titles" Robert, if what you ...
Complete Subject/Predicate	12/4/2007
Q: I have divided the following sentences. The workers in the warehouse // are not working during ... A: Lynda: In the first sentence "in the warehouse" is a prepositional phrase used as an ADJECTIVE, ...
Use of apostrophe	10/30/2007
Q: If I want to say these expense items are applicable to only one individual client, would I say: ... A: Jon: If there is just one client, you would write client's largest monthly expense. The plural ...
grammar	10/30/2007
Q: what does [...] mean in a piece of text. for example, women's absence from ambivalence towards ... A: Anderly: Since you didn't find my response to be very helpful [an 8 is a B-], here is further ...
conditionals	10/26/2007
Q: Nesbitt. Last time I asked you about conditionals. I wrote: Luke: "...even if he hadn't done ... A: Luke: I feel uncomfortable with answers given by other experts. I really don't understand his ...
tense	10/26/2007
Q: Ted. I'd like to ask you about the sentence below: "We all know the example of Muhammad Ali, ... A: Luke: "...even if he hadn't done boxing (or hadn't boxed) he would suffer from the same illness ...
tense	10/25/2007
Q: Ted. I'd like to ask you about the sentence below: "We all know the example of Muhammad Ali, ... A: Here is the writing you sent me: "We all know the example of Muhammad Ali, however, we don't know ...
practical english	10/22/2007
Q: Question Hello, I am new here. I am not very good at Biology or English, and need help on some ... A: Here are my answers, with some reasons given -- the reasons may help you in the future: For ...
letter formatting	10/18/2007
Q: When using letterhead which includes the name and title of the sender, what is the proper formatting ... A: Kathy: If the letterhead contains MORE than one name, i.e., a law firm that lists a number of ...
dice vs die	10/15/2007
Q: I think I may have been using dice and die wrong all these years... I'd like to know more about ... A: According to "The Oxford English Dictionary" -- that's Great Britain, NOT the United States -- "die" ...
use of the ® registered trademark within an article	10/15/2007
Q: Our company writes a quarterly newsletter to our members. In referring to a product with a ... A: Jim: A quick follow-up: I re-checked the manuals for the Associated Press and UPI, since you are ...
Grammar	10/14/2007
Q: Use of "for" and "to" Question- I had one of my esl students say, "It is important for me." I ... A: You are absolutely correct. The sentence you gave is correct, and the reason [that an explanation ...
articles/was to have	10/7/2007
Q: There's the sentence:"Popular arguments to prove the existence of a God or the God" What's the ... A: Luke: First of all, this is not a complete sentence: "Popular arguments to prove the existence of ...
whom or who?	9/23/2007
Q: my question is between who and whom.. in the class i want to ask a general quesiton to my students ... A: The choice of "who" or "whom" depends on how the word is used in the sentence. WHO among them does ...
Punctuation	9/22/2007
Q: I hope you will take the time to explain to me when a comma is needed when I write "but". Often, it ... A: Fritz: Your "unintended example" is a good one, for two reasons. The comma after "obvious" is ...
emigrate/immigrate	9/8/2007
Q: I thought I knew the difference, but now I'm not sure because Word corrected two I thought were ... A: Carol: Here's the rule [from englishplus.com]: Emigrate or Immigrate? The prefix e- (or ex-) ...
use of comma with 'if' statements	9/6/2007
Q: I'm wondering when it's appropriate to use a comma when starting sentences with an 'if' clause. For ... A: Dustin: It's strange that the URL didn't work for you. I just tried it, and it was fine. You can ...
alternate/alternative	9/4/2007
Q: Is there a difference between use of 'alternate' and 'alternative'? I'm in New Zealand. Someone ... A: I just received your evaluation, which was a long time in coming. Being the highest rating ...
Question	8/27/2007
Q: I would really like to know WHY sentence 1 is correct and not sentence 2. Sentence 1: I am bored ... A: Jason: It's a matter of "convention." The preposition "with" indicates a closeness or nearness -- ...
online writing courses	8/22/2007
Q: I hope you can help me with thisI am looking into an online writing program, specifically, Gotham ... A: When I sent you my first answer, I intended to include some additional information, but, it was a ...
help	8/2/2007
Q: Which is correct? Can I speak with Miss Nancy? or Can I speak to Miss Nancy? A: Either is correct. "Speak with" suggests that both you and Miss Nancy will be speaking. "Speak to" ...
Steretyped Messages	8/1/2007
Q: What is meant by stereotyped messages and how can you avoid writing them? A: Cindy: This is not really a grammar question, but I'll give you an answer anyway. "Stereotyped ...
resource list	7/31/2007
Q: You asked me to send you a new message, and that's what I'm doing. Could you send me your resource ... A: Luke: I am pasting in two items: 1. A guide that I prepared for all of the tenses used in ...
tenses	7/31/2007
Q: Ted! Is everything alright with the sentences below? 1. The Foundation may be liquidated after its ... A: Luke: I'm afraid that this response is going to get very confusing and cluttered. I have a large ...
tenses	7/31/2007
Q: Ted! Is everything alright with the sentences below? 1. The Foundation may be liquidated after its ... A: Luke: Your questions, with my responses inserted: 1. The Foundation may be liquidated after its ...
plural	7/30/2007
Q: Can you please tell me what the plural would be for Power of Attorney? A: Shelly: It's "powers of attorney." From the Internet Legal Research Group -- and many other ...
vocabulary	7/28/2007
Q: Can the word "picture" be used to describe a scene inside a glass ball(like the one in Citizen ... A: Yes, it can. There are a lot of glass balls -- especially those used as paperweights -- that have ...
Grammar help	7/27/2007
Q: Please help me proofread the passage below: Japan¡¦s economy has been sluggish for years. It will ... A: Oppo: Here are my suggestions: Japan's economy has been sluggish for years. It will probably ...
statute	7/26/2007
Q: Ted, how are you? 1.The Foundation Council shall be qualified to:approve the resolutions of the ... A: These are going to be somewhat difficult, because I don't understand the meaning that you are trying ...
Confused	7/16/2007
Q: I was hoping you could help me with the following 2 questions. Which of the following is the best ... A: Kristopher:I was hoping you could help me with the following 2 questions. Which of the following is ...
wrong sentences	7/13/2007
Q: Ted! According to my manual these sentences below are wrong. Could you tell me what's wrong with ... A: Here is my response -- According to my manual these sentences below are wrong. Could you tell me ...
Grammer Help.	7/11/2007
Q: .. 'with the rbi now promoting overseas investments, now is the best time to invest' A: Chetan: I need your help. I consistently receive the highest ratings -- 10s -- for my answers. ...
semi-colon	7/9/2007
Q: I am not clear on the protocol of semi-colons in a sentence of multiple commas. I believe we don't ... A: Karen: You CANNOT use a semi-colon, after an introductory prepositional phrase. Here is the ...
'Home at NIght' by James Whitcomb Riley	7/8/2007
Q: Mr. Riley, Yesterday I received your response to my inquiry of June 25, 2007 regarding a poem ... A: Metz: Thank you for acknowledging the receipt of my message. I actually sent the message TWICE, ...
articles	7/7/2007
Q: Ted! I'd like to ask you about the article "the" 1. Mr X was the first president of independent ... A: 1. Mr X was the first president of independent Poland. Can I put "the" before "independent" i.e. ...
filing	7/5/2007
Q: I am looking for a good reference online for filing correctly by the alphabet. Would you happen to ... A: Maureen: This is not really a grammar or writing question, but I work in a library and I know how ...
A specific word.	7/1/2007
Q: I was wondering if you know of a word that is used as a noun to describe someone who thinks whilst ... A: Bett: I'm sure that the word you are thinking of is "peripatetic," which actually became a ...
Punctuation	6/29/2007
Q: Could you help with advice on how best to punctuate the following sentence? If you own a property ... A: First, I question the use of the word "viewing." Do you mean "an interview" or "a consultation"? I ...
Reference	6/27/2007
Q: I used some information from a website for a brochure that I have created. I'd like to reference ... A: Kristy: I could give you the correct citation, EXCEPT for one BIG problem. You have not indicated ...
questions	6/25/2007
Q: Ted! It's somethig that relates to the work in the lawyer's office. There is such a sentence: "He is ... A: I am pasting in your questions and my responses [IN CAPITAL LETTERS].Hello again Mr. Ted! It's ...
law office	6/21/2007
Q: Ted! These are four sentences about the services of one of the lawyer's offices. Could you have a ... A: 1. We are doing our best to convince the debtors to repay the amounts due as soon as possible. ...
Use of comma, question mark	6/21/2007
Q: Here is my sentence: Nancy Dewald's article, “Web-based library instruction: What is good ... A: Kelly: Your example is a problem. First, even though the second comma -- right after the question ...
Usage of the word "ripe"	6/18/2007
Q: I would like to know if the word "ripe" is used correctly in the following sentence: Sacramento is ... A: Pete: I wouldn't use "ripe" in this context. The word has many meanings, such as "ready for ...
better or more	5/25/2007
Q: Would you help me with the expression "what is better " and " what is more"? Please take a look at ... A: K: Both of them can be used, but it depends on what you mean to say. Here is the difference: ...
Grammar word	5/24/2007
Q: What's it called when two words sound the same but mean different? Like weather and whether. A: Mike: They are called "homophones," from "homo," meaning "same," and "phon," meaning "sound." ...
grammar	5/22/2007
Q: The complete sentence is: I wanted to contact you weeks ago but felt it was about time I made an ... A: Imogen: The sentence is strange. I think I know what you are trying to say, but you don't word ...
Suffice vs. Serve	5/16/2007
Q: If memory serves, "Suffice' and "serve" used to be differentiated. One referred to quantity ("the ... A: Steve: Your memory is correct. But, common usage changes. I have consulted several thesauri and ...
grammar	5/13/2007
Q: I just received your wondefully detailed reply to my question on subject verb agreement in grammar, ... A: Jon: You are a SERIOUS student, proven by the fact that you have examined your paper for similar ...
Grammar help	5/13/2007
Q: I would greatly appreciate it if you could check out the grammar of the following sentences, which ... A: Jon: A QUICK "FOLLOW-UP" TO YOUR LAST MESSAGE: I now envision you as (1) Zorba the Greek or (2) ...
'anything'	5/6/2007
Q: Grammar question about 'anything'.? Anything is usually used in questions and negative statements: ... A: Vicky: First, your assumption about the use of "anything" is not correct: Anything is usually used ...
IMing	4/25/2007
Q: such as IM'ing? Would it be IMing, IM'ing, or IM-ing? Thanks A: Scott: Although it's too new to be included in standard dictionaries, like Webster's and Random ...
internet jargon	4/24/2007
Q: We Koreans often like expressing "wallpaper writing", which means writing the same content and ... A: Yangkun: The closest kind of activity of which I am aware is called "spamming." For instance, in ...
Thesis Statement	4/16/2007
Q: I am writing a research essay for my final project. Is the following thesis statement a good one to ... A: It's difficult for me to judge the value of the sentence, since I don't know what you intend to do ...
grammar workbook?	4/13/2007
Q: i'm a freshman in highscool and i want to get better at grammar, so can u recomend me a grammar ... A: Mike: Go to this website: <http://www.dailygrammar.com> The owner of the site has all the grammar ...
Help with understanding a passage	4/12/2007
Q: 'In this clever part/whole relationship, then, the order of the literati (ru), the Chinese state, ... A: You point out that there are THREE and not TWO. I was mislead by the use of the phrase "one to ...
Help with understanding a passage	4/12/2007
Q: 'In this clever part/whole relationship, then, the order of the literati (ru), the Chinese state, ... A: Michael: From a grammatical standpoint -- and I have no way of knowing if your sentence is ...
the/tense	4/3/2007
Q: Ted! There is the sentence: "It was only after some time that he realised he loved her." I'm just ... A: NOW I understand! This poor grammar is supposed to be excused, because of "poetic license." I ...
the/tense	4/3/2007
Q: Ted! There is the sentence: "It was only after some time that he realised he loved her." I'm just ... A: The PAST PERFECT TENSE is used ONLY when two events have occurred in the PAST. They are over; they ...
Clarification of verb to be and nominitive	3/25/2007
Q: De Sir I am not sure if I have my terms right at all. Does the nominitive always follow the verb ... A: You not only have the terminology right, but your sentence is correct. The use of the nominative ...
grammar	3/14/2007
Q: this is the sentence: You probably are enjoying the days of extended sunlight. Basically just want ... A: Cari: I hestitated about trying to answer your question, since it appeared to be a "Dear Abby" kind ...
Is there any word that combines nephew and niece into a general term?	3/5/2007
Q: Those sites you gave me were really interesting like great-sibling(that was really good logic ... A: Jeff: "The Oxford English Dictionary" does NOT recognize it, but the OED is noted for its slowness ...
Is there any word that combines nephew and niece into a general term?	3/4/2007
Q: I'm sorry to hear that someone wouldn't have the decency to even say thank you after asking a ... A: Jeff: I am always surprised at some of the very interesting questions I get, questions that I would ...
grammar	3/2/2007
Q: The company should ask their employees to take temperature before the start of the work. The ... A: Oppo: I WAS NOTIFIED THAT YOU HAVE NEVER READ THE ANSWER I SENT TO THIS QUESTION, SO I AM SENDING ...
hyphen?	2/6/2007
Q: Mr. Nesbitt: Would "well prepared" take a hyphen in "The team was well prepared"? Is "well ... A: Scott: Here is the rule [18f-1] from "Hodges' Harbrace Handbook," one of the best grammar books ...
writing question	1/27/2007
Q: I'm dealing with translation sometimes. Could you have a look at these sentences and check if they ... A: K. -- It is always good to hear from you. 1. "The alarm rang out, there was a flight of huge ...
writing/grammar	1/22/2007
Q: Could you have a look at these sentences please and check if they are grammatically correct? 1. "It ... A: K. -- The first sentence needs to have two verbs that are in the same tense and the same form. ...
Usage question re committee name	1/14/2007
Q: I am Director of Communications with the Canadian Professional Golfers’ Association. Our association ... A: Tim: It's your association's anniversary, so you can call it what you want. The two words are ...
Please help me!	1/9/2007
Q: How would you paraphrase this? "If men were angels, no government would be necessary. if angels ... A: Sara: Here is the meaning: Mankind is inherently NOT good. If men were good, we would need no one ...
previous question	12/10/2006
Q: The "Mr. Franklins staff" question and the "Mrs. Knows smoking" question are the only 2 remaining. I ... A: Christal: Both of the two examples are missing apostrophes to show ownership/possession: Mr. ...
previous question	12/9/2006
Q: I would gladly post feedback but my husband accidentally deleted the e-mail so I had to come to the ... A: After you deliver a short sermon to your husband -- "Thou Shalt Not Delete My E-Mails" -- you can ...
possessive-noun issues	12/7/2006
Q: I am doing a grammar quiz for a college course, and have run into some problems. We are encouraged ... A: [Don't forget to complete the evaluation form for me, which is enclosed with this answer. I ...
plurals related to percents	12/3/2006
Q: which is correct regarding percents" the singular usage... " 98% percent of the population DOES ... A: I just read your evaluation and I am disheartened. I gave you the correct answer -- absolutely ...
THE v. the	11/17/2006
Q: Hey Ted! Thought I'd test this thing out. Here's one that has the dept. stumped downstairs: I know ... A: Jeremy: Answer would have come sooner, but there are too many desperate students AND a library ...
trademark symbols	11/7/2006
Q: I am writing a sentence that ends with the TM symbol in superscript. Should the punctuation for the ... A: Kathy: I know that it looks strange, but the superscripted number or letter is ALWAYS follwed by ...
grammer	10/18/2006
Q: . my question are these..... 1 hanna is [less] taller than andy.. 2 A: Although you have listed two questions, I can find just #1. There are several ways to express this ...
english for careers	10/10/2006
Q: If it was your choice which sentence would you prefer as a correct sentence? 1. These kinds of ... A: My e-mail account has been unavailable since yesterday, so I'm trying to answer your question in a ...
use of an apostrophe	9/29/2006
Q: when you are using "its", do you use the apostrophe for BOTH the possessive and the contraction? I ... A: June: Here is the rule to remember: When you are using "its" to show possession, make sure that ...
English composition	9/28/2006
Q: Would you please tell me if adventurous or adventuresome would be appropriate in the following ... A: Sandy: If your intention is to suggest that you were planning to "take risks" on that night, then ...
hadn't we or shouldn't we??	9/27/2006
Q: which of the two answers provided would be more suitable to complete this sentence and why if ... A: Ethan: I hope your example is NOT an exercise for homework, because the main problem is the ...
if-then clauses and semicolons	9/20/2006
Q: Is there any instance where we could use ';' after the if clause but before the 'then' clause? ... A: FOLLOW UP TO YOUR QUESTION. IT TOOK ME SEVERAL HOURS TO SEND THIS ANSWER TO YOU, BECAUSE ALLEXPERTS ...
Sarah is a friend of Paul's	9/11/2006
Q: Is "Sarah is a friend of Paul's" correct? If so why is the " 's " needed. It sounds right and it is ... A: Tom: Here are the evauations and comment you gave me: Tom 8 9 10 8 NO Very quick and useful reply, ...
Continuing Essay Help	9/5/2006
Q: To answer your question asking whether I attend a "regular," I do, but the school is divided into ... A: Jon: NEW MESSAGE This is going to be very difficult to read, because of the "box" that Allexperts ...
Grammar	9/4/2006
Q: Is the following grammatically correct? Achebe utilizes literary devices to illustrate how Okonkwo’s ... A: Jon: I checked out the IBO sites and saw many in Florida. If I understand the description, your ...
Grammar	9/3/2006
Q: Is the following grammatically correct? Achebe utilizes literary devices to illustrate how Okonkwo’s ... A: Jon: If the material you have quoted is, indeed, a direct quotation from Achebe, then what you have ...
I have a question about the...	5/24/2006
Q: I have a question about the following terms: (1) body guide. (2) arm link. What do they both ... A: Steve: This is not a grammar question. The two phrases you have given have nothing to do with ...
1. What's the difference between...	5/17/2006
Q: 1. What's the difference between "deserted island" or "desert island"? 2. what's the difference ... A: Albert: A "deserted island" is one on which people might once have lived, but they have now gone. ...
Thanks for your reply. I have...	5/10/2006
Q: I have one follow-up question as below: I find this sentence in my grammar book: It's too late to ... A: Steve: The starting out and the concert appear to be happening at the same time -- or, at least, ...
I have a question about the...	5/9/2006
Q: I have a question about the usage of the phrase "by the time". By the time you get home, I'll ... A: Steve: The first sentence doesn't make any sense. Think about it -- I am saying that I WILL finish ...
Thanks for your reply. Here...	5/8/2006
Q: Here is another follow-upIn your previous reply, you states: If someone said to you, "He COULD meet ... A: Maggie: I wish that you had a good grammar teacher who would sit down with you and explain the ...
I have a question about the...	5/7/2006
Q: I have a question about the set of sentences below: He can meet us there. He could meet us there. ... A: Maggie -- He CAN meet us there. It's not in the future tense, which would be "He WILL meet us ...
I have a question about the...	5/7/2006
Q: I have a question about the sentence below: The business and traffic have increased in the area ... A: Steve: The "the" is unnecessary because it is the first word in your sentence, AND it is not always ...
Ex:Store managers receive...	5/7/2006
Q: Ex:Store managers receive the cash as a monthly bonus for the good job they have done. Can I ... A: Peter: I like your idea of leaving out the "the." It is not necessary, and one less superfluous ...
I need help with my writing	5/6/2006
Q: Every time I write an essay for school, my paragraphs always end up at least 3/4 a page (skipping ... A: Jay: Yes, you've asked a lot of questions, but you seem eager to improve your writing style. If ...
1. We have twenty crew members...	5/5/2006
Q: 1. We have twenty crew members on the ship. We have one hundred staff members in our company. ... A: Frank: Of the first four sentences, the only one I find peculiar, because of the wording, is the ...
How do you distinguish the...	5/4/2006
Q: How do you distinguish the adjective "overweight" from "chubby", "fat", "obese" and "stocky"? A: Maggie: This is not really a grammar question. You need to consult an expert in the field of ...
RE: APA FORMATTING	11/6/2005
Q: Ted, do you have any material on APA Formatting that could send me or could you direct me to a Web ... A: James: The APA format is so technical, there is a manual -- usually available in the reference ...
english reading	11/5/2005
Q: How to read "you'd like " A: I'm not sure that I understand your question. "You'd" is the contraction for the two words "you" ...
Thanks for your reply and...	10/16/2005
Q: The bus should have been here by eight o'clock. In this case, does it mean the bus actually didn't ... A: Andrew: Here is the basic part of your message: The bus should have been here by eight o'clock. ...
I have a question about your...	10/15/2005
Q: I have a question about your previous reply a while ago. The question is about the sentence stated ... A: Andrew: I don't remember this question. You say that I wrote, "In other words,it didn't actually ...
1. The teacher is giving the...	10/10/2005
Q: 1. The teacher is giving the students some instructions before the test begins. Passengers ... A: Martin: The first sentence is correct. [Although I would prefer a comma after "instructions." ...
RE: TIME MANAGEMENT	10/4/2005
Q: Ted, would you please correct this: I believe Setting time management schedule can be a rewarding ... A: James: Here's my version: I believe that setting a time management schedule can be rewarding. ...
RE: RUN-ON SENTENCE	9/9/2005
Q: Ted, some time I make things more difficult than what they actual are. For example, a run-on ... A: Yes, James, you are absolutely correct. The problem usually occurs when you reach the end of a ...
It's the Nearest Theater from (to) our School	9/5/2005
Q: I am an editor for children's English textbooks in Taiwan. The title of one unit is "It's the ... A: Jeff: YOU are correct! "Near" and "close" are synonyms. You would say, "Taiwan is CLOSE TO ...
1.We haven't eaten at that...	7/24/2005
Q: 1.We haven't eaten at that restaurant in a few months. We haven't easten at that restaurant for a ... A: Tim: Both versions you gave are acceptable, and they mean the same thing. It's really your choice, ...
1. How do we distinguish "give...	7/24/2005
Q: 1. How do we distinguish "give over" and "give out"? Can you give me some examples? 2.What's the ... A: Ken: GIVE OVER means to cede something or to turn it over to someone else. The Mexican government ...
RE: DIDN'T RECEIVE MESSAGE	7/23/2005
Q: You are correct, I didn't receive your message. What was your message? A: James: There is an ongoing problem at Allexperts. Several weeks ago, I sent you an answer to a ...
English	7/17/2005
Q: I hope I'm fiding you in the best of health. I was wondering if you know how to do in-text-citation ... A: Jeff: I don't want to mislead you, but you have not told me what style manual you are required to ...
RE: DIDN'T RATE YOUR RETURNED ANSWER	7/2/2005
Q: I am sorry for not rating your returned answer a few days ago. I have had computer problem, but it ... A: That's OK, James. Only about 10% of the people I help bother to write back to rate or express ...
grammar	6/29/2005
Q: Which statement is correct? "What DO an Engineer, Educator and Business Exective have in common?" ... A: Liz: You've got three subjects in the sentence: engineer, educator, and business executive. If ...
Hello, Ted. I have two questions...	6/24/2005
Q: Ted. I have two questions today. As far as I know, "suffer from" is used with most kinds of ... A: I have been in student presentations all day, so I just came across your two messages, one to my ...
I have a question about the...	6/17/2005
Q: I have a question about the following sentence: I don't know where Klien may be or what he might be ... A: Martin: I wish I knew where you are from and what background you have in the English language. Do ...
Wondering about "The"	6/16/2005
Q: I work for the University of Auckland which apparently is officially now named "The University of ... A: I see why you are confused, and I also understand the situation. The USUAL title/name of an ...
I've learned how to use the...	6/8/2005
Q: I've learned how to use the phrase "how about you"? I am going to get some coffee. How about you? ... A: Martin: I have the feeling that you are VERY perceptive! The fact that you are having some ...
correct word usage	5/12/2005
Q: I am a brand manager for a company in South Africa. Just a quick grammerWith the sentence below, ... A: I just reviewed your rating of my response. I answered your question with 30 minutes of receiving ...
1. He is cooperating. Is "cooperating"...	5/5/2005
Q: 1. He is cooperating. Is "cooperating" used as an adjective here? Or can it be used as a "to be" ... A: Peter: 1. The word "cooperating" is the participial form of the verb "cooperate." It is the ...
Grammar Questions.	5/4/2005
Q: I was both sad and disappointed the other day when I found that you were not on the list. Each time ... A: I went to England for three weeks. I was invited to attend a conference at Oxford University, and I ...
Shouldn't "afford" be followed...	4/16/2005
Q: Shouldn't "afford" be followed by infintives mostly? Should I say "I can't afford signing the ... A: James: Yes, it usually IS followed by infinitives, but that doesn't mean it HAS to be. Either way ...
I have a question about relative...	4/16/2005
Q: I have a question about relative pronouns as below: Limiting the number of full-time employees ... A: Tom: The correct relative pronoun to use is "whom," because it is the OBJECT of the preposition ...
1. what is the posessive adjective...	4/10/2005
Q: 1. what is the posessive adjective of "it"? "its" or "it's"? Why do we use "its" rather than "it's" ... A: Kevin: The possessive pronoun is "its." "It's" is the contraction of the two words, IT and IS [or ...
RE: WEEDS	4/9/2005
Q: Please correct this: I have white looking weeds growing with my grass. What are they and how can I ... A: James: You need three marks of punctuation. Other than that, it's fine: I have white-looking ...
1. Do we say"make airplane...	4/8/2005
Q: 1. Do we say"make airplane reservations" or "book flights"? Or either way? Do we say "book hotel ... A: Brian: Let's take them one at a time. 1. (A) Either way is fine. They mean the same thing. (B) ...
What is the function of "-" in a sentence?	4/5/2005
Q: I often find people use "-" as if it's a semi-colon(?) in a sentence. For example, please read the ... A: Four days ago, I sent you a long message. It took me more than an hour to write it. You have not ...
apostrophe	3/6/2005
Q: is the word masters thesis, or master's thesis or Master's thesis? A: Wendy: You really have a choice, because different style manuals offer different suggestions. In ...
What's the difference between...	3/2/2005
Q: What's the difference between "in the northern part of" and "in the north of"? Which one should be ... A: Brian: There is really NO difference, except for the additional words, and many people prefer fewer ...
The context.	2/28/2005
Q: I can never thank you enough! Here is the context abouth myPeople who know Tamkang College have ... A: Here is what I cannot understand: the distinction between (a. the b.x ) college and (a. the b.x ) ...
Several Questions.	2/27/2005
Q: Happy New Year! My questions are as follows: 1. a. They simply can not understand why in a ... A: Walden: I hope I can sort out your questions: 1. a. They simply can not understand why in a ...
Two Questions.	2/21/2005
Q: Happy New Year! May I ask two questions? 1. I will buy a copy of (a. The Reader's Digest. ... A: 1. The official title of the magazine is "The Reader's Digest." 2. A. Use are, because you are ...
Which sentence is correct?	2/12/2005
Q: A co-worker has asked me which of the following sentences are correct: I was made to feel welcome. I ... A: Julie: Your choice is correct, although many people use the past participle, when they should not. ...
quote	2/7/2005
Q: so sorry some people are very rude but i have a quote we heard and can not find someone who may ... A: I don't think this quotation can be attributed to anyone in particular -- because so many comedians ...
a rose for emily	2/4/2005
Q: I just read A Rose For Emily by William Faulkner and had to answer a question about it which I have ... A: You are an EXCELLENT reader! Everyone just assumes that she killed Homer Barron. After all, she ...
Alphabetical Order	1/6/2005
Q: Which answer illustrates correct alphabetical order?* 1 Maier, Mason, MacAnally, McDougal 2 ... A: What a GREAT question for a librarian, who remembers the OLD days when cards had to be manually ...
Ex: Of the three monkeys,...	1/5/2005
Q: Ex: Of the three monkeys, one is covering his eyes, another is hiding his ears, and the other (has) ... A: Steven: The sentence is grammatically correct, but it is terrible, STYLISTICALLY. The problem is ...
English grammar	12/24/2004
Q: Nesbitt, A friend of mine wrote to me recently about a meeting with his local MP; he said: 'He'd ... A: "He'd had" or "He had had" is the THIRD person [YOU is the second person] and it is PAST PERFECT ...
word usage	12/19/2004
Q: There is a relatively new word used on radio and television news programs. The word is ... A: "Problem" is a noun. "Problematic" is an adjective, as is its "cousin" "problematical," a rarely ...
1. Do you prefer playing golf...	12/17/2004
Q: 1. Do you prefer playing golf or tennis? Which of the followings is correct? 1) I like both. (2) I ... A: Kevin: In the first group of sentences, all of them are acceptable except for #2. You cannot say ...
Our (most promising) employee...	12/12/2004
Q: Our (most promising) employee seems more cooperative( now she) was when she was younger. Is "most ... A: Chris: "Most" is the superlative ADVERB -- not an adjective. "Promising" is an adjective, but it ...
Would or Could?	12/12/2004
Q: I've taken English 101 but am still not sure when to use the terms "would" or "could". Which of the ... A: Mike: COULD and WOULD are first cousins to CAN and MAY. Everyone has problems choosing the correct ...
I have a question about the...	12/7/2004
Q: I have a question about the following sentence: Igor Sikorski was the first person (to develop) a ... A: George: You have not used "developing" in your sentence! You CAN use the participial form of a ...
I have two questions as follow: a.A:Do...	11/28/2004
Q: I have two questions as follow: a.A:Do you drink coffee often? B:I don't drink much coffee. Does ... A: Peter: About your sentences -- a.A:Do you drink coffee often? B:I don't drink much coffee. Both ...
I have two questions as below: 1.The...	11/26/2004
Q: I have two questions as below: 1.The beans are cooking in the pot Why do we use active voice ... A: Martin: I just clicked the wrong button, so you will be getting a "rejection notice" from me. ...
I have a question about the...	11/21/2004
Q: I have a question about the placements of the words "yet" and "still" in a sentence. We have not ... A: David: "Yet" and "still" [and one you didn't mention -- "already"] are adverbs that can usually be ...
I went to the gas station...	11/20/2004
Q: I went to the gas station to fill the tank. I went to the gas station to get some gas. I went ... A: Kerby: The first two are acceptable, and the second two are definitely NOT. If you use the first ...
I have some questions about...	11/14/2004
Q: I have some questions about conditional sentences: If you come before the meeting, we'll have time ... A: Sorry, Tony, but I hit the wrong button. Since ALL of the sentences are conditional, you seem to be ...
The usage of gerund.	11/8/2004
Q: How are you? Now I have the questions of gerund. See the following examples: 1.There should be no ... A: Walden: I am curious about something. After all the questions I have answered for you over the ...
I have questions about some...	11/7/2004
Q: I have questions about some adverbs of frequency. The boss treats everbody to lunch ( ). The ... A: Eric: Where are you getting these questions and answers? I think that the source is very poor! 1. ...
punctuation	11/6/2004
Q: Nesbitt, I am confused about elipses. Are they separated from the previous word and following word ... A: Dorothy: There is a problem with your question. As soon as you mentioned your professor, I ...
I feel "effective" and "efficient"...	10/31/2004
Q: I feel "effective" and "efficient" are very similar in meaning. Why do we must say "cost-effective" ... A: Steven: The term that is most widely used and accepted is "cost-effective," but "cost-efficient" is ...
The usage of article.	10/30/2004
Q: How are you? You are alwlays in my mind because of your detailed reply each time. I think the ... A: Many times the decision of using the article "the" is the choice for the writer to make. It is a ...
I have a question about the...	10/29/2004
Q: I have a question about the sentence below: A brouchure is attached which provides general ... A: Steven: You're very astute. There is a problem with the sentence. It needs to be revised. The ...
I have a question about a...	10/27/2004
Q: I have a question about a sentnece in an article:...In my family there is only my mother, my father ... A: Chris: Either way you write it, the sentences are correct. Here is the very subtle difference: I ...
How to make sentences out of words	10/24/2004
Q: how do i make a sentence out of paternalism A: Here are three: "Paternalism" comes from the Latin "pater," meaning to act like a father, or to ...
1.Virtually everyone's sales...	10/22/2004
Q: 1.Virtually everyone's sales figures are up this month. What does "virtually" mean here? 2.What ... A: Josh: I thought I sent you a list of online dictionaries, that also include thesauri [list of ...
Are you seeing someone special? What...	10/21/2004
Q: Are you seeing someone special? What do people mean when they ask a question as the above sentence? ... A: Brian: Are you seeing someone special? This means, "Are you dating ONE particular person?" OR "Do ...
I have two questions as follow: ...	10/20/2004
Q: I have two questions as follow: The little boy is bothering his mother. The little boy is ... A: Josh: In the first group, all of the sentences mean the same thing, and all are correct. ...
1.If we say someone is the...	10/17/2004
Q: 1.If we say someone is the master of a ceremony, what does that mean? He is the host of that ... A: Josh: These are not grammar questions. "Master of ceremony" -- from an online dictionary: "Master ...
I have two questions as follow: 1.The...	10/3/2004
Q: I have two questions as follow: 1.The usage of figure out Can you figure out this math problem? ... A: Josh: "Figure out" was accepted into our language as a transitive verb in 1833. Prior to that ...
Writting and Grammer	9/30/2004
Q: Could you tell me please that. WHICH OF THESE IS A RUN-ON SENTENCE. 1.I went home and ate and ate. ... A: A person commits the mistake of writing a run-on sentence, when he or she joins two complete ...
grammar	9/26/2004
Q: I would like to know is it a good sentence? "I'm wondering if you answer my question because I know ... A: I'm not sure if I understand your question. If you mean to write, "I'm wondering if you will answer ...
usage...	9/24/2004
Q: "Hi, I have a question about the usage. "Turn it off" is grammatical. Why is "Turn off it" ... A: First, you should acknowledge receiving my first answer by completing the evaluation form that was ...
usage...	9/23/2004
Q: "Hi, I have a question about the usage. "Turn it off" is grammatical. Why is "Turn off it" ... A: Kim: It's not a question of grammar, but it is one of common usage. In our language, we are ...
What does "resteless" really mean?	9/21/2004
Q: How are you? You have been of much help to me. Thank you very much! Now I read of a passage: ... A: What Pearl Buck means by this statement is that Americans -- whether they have been in this country ...
A passage	9/11/2004
Q: How are you? Now I read of a passage: I wish I could find out what other people have found in ... A: Walden: What Pearl Buck meant is that the customs of China -- the life and ways of the people -- ...
I am trying to create sentences...	9/3/2004
Q: I am trying to create sentences using the superlative: (1)Of all the skyscrapers in East Asia, The ... A: I did not get a response from the last answer I sent you. I hope you got it. I will be on vacation ...
I sometimes have trouble telling...	9/2/2004
Q: I sometimes have trouble telling the differences between "lie" and "lay". First, I am not certain ... A: Regina: Your grammar book should have a clear explanation of the difference. Or, you can get many ...
We say that it is NOT UNUSUAL...	9/1/2004
Q: We say that it is NOT UNUSUAL to see such things in my country, and it is okay to be "double ... A: Regina: "Not unusual" is NOT a double negative. It may sound like it is, but it really isn't. ...
I met some kids whom I soon...	8/29/2004
Q: I met some kids whom I soon found out had stolen a car. Should it be who and why or why not. thanks ... A: It should be "who," because you need a pronoun in the "nominative case" to serve as the subject of ...
How long have you lived in...	8/27/2004
Q: How long have you lived in the united states? How long were you living in the united states? How ... A: Regina: Did you get the answer I sent you yesterday? How long have you lived in the United States? ...
A question.	8/27/2004
Q: How are you? I read of a sentence: One summer, along about 1904, my father rented a camp on a lake ... A: "Along about 1904" is a colloquial expression. The author is not certain exactly what year it was, ...
board and aboard	8/26/2004
Q: I am always confused with "aboard" and "board". I hear people say: She is boarding the plane, but do ... A: Regina: Your questions and my answers: I am always confused with "aboard" and "board". "Board" ...
I am confused about whether...	8/23/2004
Q: I am confused about whether "instruction" should be pluralized sometimes. Can we say, "the teacher ... A: Regina: I have not received any response from the answer I sent you yesterday, so I don't know if ...
I wonder if the word "download"...	8/22/2004
Q: I wonder if the word "download" can serve as a noun becuase I usually use it as a verb. For example, ... A: Regina: You will get another message from me. I clicked the wrong button. The infinitive form of ...
Thanks Ted, I have follow-up...	8/20/2004
Q: I have follow-up questions. If "when is your flight due?" refers to your arrival time, how do I ask ... A: Regina: Your question #1 -- If "when is your flight due?" refers to your arrival time, how do I ...
If I ask someone "when is...	8/19/2004
Q: If I ask someone "when is your flight due?",do I refer to the departure time or the arrival time? ... A: I'll try to get this through to you anyway. "When is your flight due?" = This means "When is your ...
"on duty" and "off duty"	8/16/2004
Q: "on duty" and "off duty" Can both phrases be used to refer to any kind of job, even jobs in the ... A: Regina: Both phrases can be used in ANY kind of work. Examples: Having worked for twelve hours, ...
usage	8/15/2004
Q: Can you please explain the difference in usage of the words, dormant and doldrums?Thank you so much. A: I thought I had given you a good web site for looking up these words. Here it is: ...
usage	8/13/2004
Q: Can you explain to me when I should use beset vs. beleaguered?(what's the difference in usage) You ... A: Essentially, there is NO difference between the two words. They are synonyms. Incidentally, both ...
english	8/11/2004
Q: Do you think you could make one exception and answer my question? What's the difference in usage of ... A: You might want to check for this information at many dictionaries that are available online. For ...
back end opeartions	7/28/2004
Q: What does "back end operations" mean in the following sentence? I look forward to your reply. ... A: The term "back end operations" is fairly new, although the jobs performed by people in "back end" ...
usage of "perspective"	7/27/2004
Q: I have a question about using "perspective". I used to use the following phrase: From the ... A: You will get another message from me, saying that I can't help you. I'm sorry, but I hit the wrong ...
"megs"...gulls' cries?	7/22/2004
Q: In a crossword, the clue is "gulls' cries"...I believe I have the "cross" words all correct, which ... A: Jeanne: I would really have to see the puzzle, but I believe the correct answer is "mews." The ...
subject/verb agreement	7/18/2004
Q: Do these sound right?? 1. There is a OR ("has been a ")reduction in student mobility rates and a ... A: In the first sentence, you need "has been" as your verb. That is the past perfect tense of the ...
using which or that	7/11/2004
Q: Do I use which or that in the sentence. I am confused. 1. The school's phone number, address, and ... A: Bailey: Your question involves a very complicated grammmatical issue, concerning the difference ...
Dear Ted, How are you! I...	7/9/2004
Q: How are you! I have read a sentence: While we belive in our minds in the practicability of any ... A: First, I think your sentence should have the word "plan," instead of the word "plane." "Plane" does ...
150 Word Essay	7/6/2004
Q: Nesbitt, I am applying for a scholarship and I would really appreciate it if you would proofread ... A: A -- I am wondering if you received my answer, and, if so, did the revised sentence work for you? ...
150 Word Essay	7/5/2004
Q: Nesbitt, I am applying for a scholarship and I would really appreciate it if you would proofread ... A: I see no problem with the basic content of your essay. If you are restricted to 150 words, you ...
chronological order	7/5/2004
Q: Does "chronological order" mean when the information are listed in the order from new to old? Or the ... A: Clara: "Chronological order" means that you begin with the very earliest and then progress to the ...
grammar	6/26/2004
Q: Is this correct? The software company is also driven to follow certain governmental standards in ... A: I think it would be improved with a minor change: The software company is also driven to follow ...
using semicolonns and commas	6/24/2004
Q: I am not sure of what I should use in this sentence. (; then,) or (, and then) I have a hard ... A: Terri: Either way is acceptable, but you should choose which one -- according to the emphasis you ...
Grammar	6/24/2004
Q: Ted, how did your moving go? Did you settle everthing there yet? Hope everything went well over ... A: Ken: You can reach me through my personal address, rather than through Allexperts -- unless, of ...
using "that"	6/23/2004
Q: I am taking a chance asking you a question. I saw your name appear on the list of who to ask, and I ... A: Terri: The SECOND sentence is correct. The first one is really poor. The word "that" in your two ...
Grammar	6/9/2004
Q: Ted, how have you been this past week? Did you get everything packed up yet? hope everything went ... A: The packing is about 1/2 done. There have been innumerable problems to deal with. I'm afraid that ...
Grammar	6/2/2004
Q: there. I think there are 12 hours of time difference between us (13 hours during winter). And I ... A: Ken: I also checked and the time difference [until October] is 12 hours. The best time for me is ...
Grammar	6/1/2004
Q: Ted, did you start getting busy moving? I have a few questions for you. Are you available to do some ... A: Ken: I am having all kinds of problems, so I could use a 1/2 hour to 1 hour break occasionally. We ...
an expression	6/1/2004
Q: Would you mind explaining what "my man-moksha" in the following context means? "be jovial- be ... A: The punctuation of your text is not very good. Actually, "Moksha!" should appear alone and not part ...
sheer/text	6/1/2004
Q: Would mind explaining what the capitalized words mean in "the SHEER importance of this TEST" means ... A: Carlie: In this sense, the word "sheer" means "unqualified." That means it is extremely important. ...
Grammar	5/30/2004
Q: Ted. First of all, thank you for all your hard work on the questions I asked. Meanwhile, I want to ... A: Ken: Transcripts of discussions on both Yahoo and MSN can be saved. Each system is slightly ...
Grammar	5/27/2004
Q: 1.Ex:She doesn't have the nerve to talk back. Is the above sentence the same as I say "she doesn't ... A: Ken: Two things up front -- I have been trying to answer this set of questions for several hours, ...
Grammar	5/25/2004
Q: 1.Ex: Is there a "matching" carry-on bag? What do we mean by "matching" in the above sentence? ... A: Ken: Here are your questions and my responses: 1.Ex: Is there a "matching" carry-on bag? What do ...
Grammar	5/24/2004
Q: there, thank you for your nice message from the previous reply. In response to your questions, I ... A: Ken: Your English is remarkable. You don't want to see or hear my Mandarin! Your questions: ...
Grammar	5/20/2004
Q: 1. How do we differentiate the phrases "step in" and "step into"? Does¡¨ step in" can sometimes ... A: Ken: I'm going to try some cutting and pasting. I hope it works. 1. How do we differentiate the ...
Grammar	5/20/2004
Q: Ted, thanks for your nice answers. I am currently an English tutor teaching TOEIC in Taiwan. I ... A: Ken: You're very welcome, but YOU have earned my compliments. I think that you are doing very ...
Grammar	5/19/2004
Q: 1. Ex:Alright, I'll stand in line to get lift tickets. What does "lift tickets" mean in the above ... A: 1. "Lift tickets" are purchased at ski resorts. The "lift" refers to the device -- sometimes a ...
Grammar	5/14/2004
Q: 1. Which one is correct? "I am applying to colleges/college/a college at this moment. 2. Ex:Over ... A: Ken: 1. If you are applying to just ONE college, you should use, "I am applying to a college at ...
Grammar	5/13/2004
Q: Still, I have some further questions regarding this grammar rule. (1) In the reply below, you ... A: Ken: I have a feeling that you may become a "regular" questioner. If so, please send new questions ...
Grammar	5/13/2004
Q: Ex: (Due to, As a result of, On account of, Because of) his hard work, he succeeded. Can we convert ... A: Ken: Due to his hard work, he succeeded. [I just typed this sentence to serve as my framework for ...
More Stupid than Stupider?	5/12/2004
Q: A friend made a post on a message board saying that someone was "Stupider" than someone else... and ... A: Eric: Ther are many words in the dictionary that I would avoid. "Stupider" is one of them. Just ...
Grammar	5/11/2004
Q: 1. Ex: you can expect package to be delivered to you in "the near future." Can we say "in the ... A: Ken: 1. Here is the correct wording: You can expect the package to be delivered to you in the ...
There is/There are	1/29/2004
Q: Which is correct? 1. There is a cat and a dog. 2. There are a cat and a dog. A: Paul: Because of the current "internet virus" problems, I have no idea when you sent your question, ...
usage	1/17/2004
Q: Happy New Year! I read of two sentences: A year begins at spring. A day begins at moring. Are ... A: Yes, both sentences are correct. A year begins at spring. -- In this sentence, the writer is ...

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