English 7 grammar

Students of English 7 will need to master advanced grammar and theory in order to apply those skills in academic writing and speaking. Rarely do we challenge ourselves to use more complex language but rather continue to express ourselves in habitual ways. However, this page attempts to remedy just that! The following grammar exercises are structured according to the modules of English 7. Let's begin, shall we?

Grammar references are based on BBC's advanced grammar guide.

Inversions -  improve your formality with dramatic and idiomatic patterns 

Inversions improve drama or formality by swapping the subject-verb order and adding a negative or limiting adverb. For example:


We create inversions using the following pattern:


Furthermore, inversions can be divided based on their uses. We will mainly focus on the following:

A unique situation


A situation where something occurs infrequently.

When expressing a unique situation, the negative or limiting adverbs used are:

A short amount of time or something that almost did not happen


A situation where a short amount of time has passed or almost did not happen.

When expressing that a short amount of time has passed or something almost did not happen, the negative or limiting adverbs used are:

Understanding a situation


A situation where something is going to happen or not.

When expressing that someone understands a situation, the negative or limiting adverbs used are:

Not understanding a situation


A situation that expresses a lack of understanding. 

When expressing that someone does not understand a situation, the negative or limiting adverbs used are:

Advanced linking words (Experiences of The Color Purple)

Elaboration - synonym to “and”; gives more information, provide examples

Basic

Intermediate

Advanced

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Cause and effect - synonym to “because”; tells us why, provide results

Basic

Intermediate

Advanced

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Compare and contrast - synonym to “but”; compare to see if examples are similar or not

Basic

Intermediate

Advanced

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Exercise

A basic example: next - after - later - finally - first - then - and

Making ramen.

(1) __________________, turn on the kettle to boil some water. (2) __________________,  open the package. (3) __________________, put the ramen noodles into a bowl and pour the boiling water onto them. (4) __________________ a few  minutes, add the spices and oils that were included inside the package. (5) __________________, add any toppings to your liking. (6) __________________, enjoy your meal!


An intermediate-advanced example: In conclusion - additionally - eventually - firstly - secondly

Recycling

Recycling by means of a compost is not as difficult as one might think. Regardless of what many think, even the smallest contribution helps. (1) __________________, create a routine where you separate organic waste from non-degradable waste. (2) __________________, you will require a container where you can dispose of your fruit or vegetables. (3) __________________,  the compost might have a slightly pungent smell and (4) __________________ attract flies.  But do not worry! This is your signal to take the compost-bag outside. (5) __________________,  it is simple yet effective. Plus, you will contribute to a more eco-friendly world!

Answer key

Basic example: First, then, next, after, later, finally

Intermediate-advanced example: Firstly, secondly, eventually, additionally, in conclusion