PSAT Writing

PSAT Writing teaches students to master grammar, punctuation, and effective writing skills needed for the PSAT and beyond.

Grammar FoundationsPunctuation PowerSentence Structure and Style
Advanced Grammar: Parallelism and ModifiersClarity and ConcisenessCombining Sentences and Avoiding Run-Ons
Writing for School AssignmentsProfessional CommunicationWriting on Social Media
Process of EliminationPacing YourselfReading the Whole Sentence
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Basic Concepts

Grammar Foundations

Why Grammar Matters

Grammar is the backbone of clear communication. It helps your writing make sense and ensures your ideas are understood.

Common Grammar Rules

  • Subject-Verb Agreement: The subject and verb must match in number. Singular subjects take singular verbs; plural subjects take plural verbs.
  • Pronoun Usage: Pronouns must agree with their antecedents in number and gender.
  • Verb Tense Consistency: Keep your verb tenses consistent unless the timeline changes.

How Grammar Impacts You

Mastery of grammar will not only help you ace the PSAT, but it also boosts your confidence in everyday writing, from emails to essays.

Quick Recap

  • Match subjects and verbs.
  • Use pronouns correctly.
  • Keep verb tenses consistent.

Examples

  • She runs every morning. (Correct: singular subject with singular verb)

  • They were excited for the trip. (Correct: plural subject with plural verb)

In a Nutshell

Grammar provides the structure for clear, effective sentences.

Key Terms

Subject-Verb Agreement
A grammatical rule that subjects and verbs must match in number (singular or plural).
Pronoun
A word that replaces a noun in a sentence.
Antecedent
The noun that a pronoun refers to.
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