Do's and Don'ts

Start with a clear subject: Ensure the sentence starts with a clear noun or pronoun.
Example: *The dog* barks.
Use an appropriate verb: Choose a verb that correctly represents the action or state.
Example: She *reads* a book.
Include an object if required: Add an object to complete the thought when the verb is transitive.
Example: He plays *football*.
Keep the word order correct: Always maintain the SVO sequence.
Example: The teacher explains *the lesson*.
Ensure subject-verb agreement: Match the verb with the subject's number (singular/plural).
Example: The girl *is* running.
Use simple punctuation: End sentences with proper punctuation.
Example: He drinks water.

Don't omit the subject: Every sentence must have a subject.
Incorrect: Reads a book.
Correct: *She reads* a book.
Don't skip the verb: Sentences need a verb to show action or state.
Incorrect: The boy *football*.
Correct: The boy *plays football*.
Don't misuse object placement: Avoid placing the object before the verb.
Incorrect: The cake eats *the boy*.
Correct: The boy eats *the cake*.
Don't use incorrect tenses: Ensure the verb tense matches the subject and context.
Incorrect: She eat *an apple*.
Correct: She *eats an apple*.
Don't overcomplicate sentences: Avoid adding unnecessary words that confuse the SVO structure.
Incorrect: The teacher, who is very knowledgeable, explains the lesson about mathematics which is hard.
Correct: The teacher explains the lesson.
Don't ignore agreement rules: Match singular/plural subjects and verbs.
Incorrect: They *is* going to the park.
Correct: They *are* going to the park.

Day 8 - Simple sentence structures (Subject + Verb + Object)