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    rather short‚ only two stanzas. The first stanza is only changed by one word‚ though its meaning is significant. The second stanza however changes completely‚ from light and spring like to dark and wintery. There is also significant change in punctuation and additional dashes in the second piece. This is a classic characteristic of Emily Dickinson writing and since she never explained it to anyone before her death we can only take a guess as to what it really means. In the 1859 version she writes

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    In general‚ the punctuation is striking‚ as it appears to be meant as a set of instructions for the reader to read each line with a certain underlying subtext. This implies the poem should not just be read silently ‚ and instead be recited aloud. Thus‚ the speaker’s emotions become even more tangible. The punctuation primarily increases emphasis in the repeated phrases. Despite being complete‚ the first clause ends

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    A Modest Proposal

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    effective sentences should supersede analysis‚ 5. Effective punctuation as reflected in professional writing should be taught rather than the “correct” punctuation as prescribed in handbooks‚ 6. Questions of usage should

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    comeuppance”) shows her disdain towards the e-mails from sanctimonious readers who sought pleasure from discrediting her own grammar. Casagrande mocks the pretentious people who use grammar as a way to feel superior‚ including Truss for being a‚ “punctuation vigilante” (34). Overall‚ her argument seems to go against Truss’ call for action. While Truss wants sticklers to not tolerate the seeming deterioration

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    BULAW5914 Commercial Law Summer‚ 2012 Purpose This is a significant task that requires forward planning and adequate time for research‚ reading and reflecting. You should begin researching early to gather information and establish a plan as soon as possible. The purposes of the assignment are to enable you to: • develop your independent research skills; • enhance your understanding of law as a dynamic process; • learn how to independently research a particular aspect

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    Run on Sentences

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    Run on Sentences Run on sentences are sentences that contain too many ideas without proper punctuation. Not all long sentences are run on sentences. It is perfectly acceptable to join several related ideas in one compound sentence. However‚ if you don ’t follow punctuation rules‚ a sentence can become a run on. A simple explanation of run ons and some examples of run on sentences should help to make this point clear. Components of A Sentence Each sentence has 3 necessary components 1. A subject:

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    Writing and Close Reading

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    Close reading NB: a close reading is not a description from beginning to end: it is a view on a narrative that sees it as a whole‚ and has a critical opinion on it. Basics The process of close reading is twofold: first‚ read the text; second‚ interpret your reading. Interpretation is a kind of inductive reasoning: you should move from the observation of particular facts and details to a reading based on those details. A close reading does not mean a close description - the reading element

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    CAT - Measuring the pH of common household substances 1. Predict the pH value of substances & estimate the pH value by using the universal indicator. 2. Use the indicator to identify acidic‚ basic‚ and neutral substances found in any home 3. Classify household items as acids and bases 4. Collect organise and analyse results in tables and graphs (if necessary) 5. Analyse results and explain the reason the substances have the pH obtained. Aim – To use a universal

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    About the principle of technical communication focus on chapter two have 6 important principles: use good grammar‚ write concisely‚ use the active voice‚ use positive statements‚ avoid long sentences and use standard punctuation. However‚ using good grammar and standard punctuation are

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    Ellen’s and her own confusion about their lives. It allows the reader to gain a better comprehension of Gibbons’ own still mixed feelings about her past. The lack of correct punctuation shows the unimportance of the formal punctuation to both the author and the true meaning of the novel. 	Punctuation is not the only bizarre element of Gibbons’ style‚ the page setup that she uses to convey her story is completely genuine. The setup is a form of a series of flashbacks from her

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