Transcript Chapters 24 and 25

Chapters 24 and 25
Keys to Understanding the
Chapters
Consistent Tense
Whenever possible, use the same verb tense within a
sentence or paragraph. Avoid shifting from one tense
to another.
For example:
Last week, I went to the
mall. When I walked into
the shoe store, I see my
friend, Frankie.
The event occurred in
the past, and two of the
verbs (went and
walked) are past tense
verbs. The verb see is
in the present. It
should be changed to
saw.
Always review your verbs
Check to make sure that
your verb tense is
consistent, that your
subjects and verbs agree,
and that you have used
the proper form of the
verb.
Sometimes, it makes sense to shift
the verb tense.
This year I am trying to save money because last
year I spent too much.
The verb “am trying” is a present
tense verb. Spent is a past tense
verb. This is okay because it
makes sense within the context
of your sentence.
Using Consistent Person
The word “person” refers to first,
second, and third person.
First person is I.
Second is you.
Third is he, she, or they.
Use pronouns consistently
Some students believe that your
homework is not important.
In this sentence, your
refers to students. It is
incorrect. The pronoun
should be their.
It is important for a doctor to
continuing studying in their
field.
In this sentence, their
refers to a doctor. It is
incorrect. It should be
his or her.