Category: narrative essay
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What is a Noun?
A noun is a word that names a person, place, thing or idea. An example of a noun is the following: “The cat is sleeping.” The word cat in this sentence describes an animal, which is a thing, and makes it a noun. So go forth and use your nouns to improve your essays! New…
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What is a Verb?
I thought about this today, that I should briefly define and give examples for the various parts of speech. I thought it fit to begin with verbs. I hope all essay writers will use this note in their CXC prep/ CSEC prep. So here we go. Part of Speech: Verb Meaning: A verb is a…
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Grammar Rule of the Week
In the similar spirit of the Word of the Week and the Idiom of the Week, we have the Grammar Rule of the Week. I hope that all essay writers can use this in their CXC prep/ CSEC prep. The Grammar Rule of the Week is found below. A singular subject takes a singular verb.…
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Idiom of the Week – Burning the Candle at Both Ends
Similar to the Word of the Week, here we have the Idiom of the week. An idiom is a common phrase of expression that has figurative meaning different from the literal meaning of the individual words. Idiom: Burning the candle at both ends Meaning: To overwork yourself by staying up late and waking up early…
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Word of the Week – Eloquent
I’ve decided to implement a word of the week. This is a chosen work that one can use in their essays to flavor their writing. I hope students can use this in their CXC prep / CSEC Prep. Word of the Day: Eloquent (adjective) Meaning: Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing. Example: Her eloquent…
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Another Great Resource For Persons Seeking to Improve their English
Another great option is BBC English. Now persons in the Caribbean may speak their country’s English dialect, but rest assured, CXC prep/ CSEC prep for any English essay writing should follow the Queen’s English – English from England. It would be wise to check out resources from this English based website. BBC English provides free…
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A Fun Way to Improve Your English
Here is an app that can be used to improve your English – Duolingo. One may not think about using it to improve one’s native tongue, but it is available to increase one’s English language knowledge. Below is a blurb touting the benefits of Duolingo. I hope all users can integrate it into their CXC…
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A Useful Website for Essay Writers
Another website that aspiring essay writers can use to improve their craft is one called https://hemingwayapp.com. This tool helps users to simplify and clarify their writing by highlighting complex sentences, passive voice and readability issues. I hope that all readers can use this resource for their CXC prep/ CSEC prep. New essays added daily! Subscribe!
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How to use Grammarly in Essay Writing
This post is dedicated to Grammarly, this modern tool that can help students with essay writing. Below is a short note showing five ways that Grammarly can help in writing. I hope students can use this tool in their CXC prep/ CSEC prep. The note is found below. Grammarly is an AI-powered writing assistant that…
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Ten Academic Phrases to Use to Sound Smarter in Your Essays
Below I have compiled a list of essay phrases that one can use to give that air of brilliance in an essay. I hope that students use this note in their CXC prep/ CSEC prep. The list is attached below. Example: It is widely acknowledged that climate change poses significant threats to global ecosystems. Example:…