http://learnenglish.byexamples.com The grammar of English Language is being broken down to make learning simple and straight forward. Wed, 08 Apr 2009 03:40:53 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en These are the 5 stages of effective studying. They can serve as a guideline to ease your studying and hopefully make it more structured.  Always remember that studying is a life-long process so learn to have fun while you study. 1 Preparation Stage Read the chapter at a fast pace to familiar ... http://learnenglish.byexamples.com/tips-for-effective-studying/ My niece introduced me to this site ~Free Rice~ and from what I gather it is a site where you can learn from the following topics and can trigger donors to donate rice to feed the hungry. Indirectly you are also contributing to charity while learning. There are a few ... http://learnenglish.byexamples.com/free-rice/ The final 2 (7th & 8th headings) on Conjunctions are Purpose & Consequence:- 7.  Purpose The conjunctions for heading of Purpose are: in order that, lest, so that, that Examples: He studied hard in order that he may have a better future. Watch the path, lest you trip and fall. I have it written down so ... http://learnenglish.byexamples.com/conjunctions-purpose-consequence/ The next two (the 5th and 6th headings) under Conjunctions are: Condition and Manner or Degree: 5.  Condition The conjunctions under the heading Condition are: except that, if, unless Examples: Except that she is very new and inexperience, her attitude towards the job is good. I will inform you of the outcome if I ... http://learnenglish.byexamples.com/conjunctions-condition-manner-or-degree/ The 3rd and 4th headings on Conjunctions are Cause or Reason and Concession:- 3.   Cause or Reason Conjunctions under the heading of Cause or Reason are: as, because, lest, since Examples: As it was raining heavily I did not go for my morning walk. The television was tuned loud because my mother is a bit ... http://learnenglish.byexamples.com/conjunctions-cause-or-reason-concession/ Conjunctions can also be placed under 8 different headings.  Lets look at the first 2 headings; Time and Place 1.  Time Conjunctions used to indicate time are: after, before, since, until, till, when, whenever, while, now that, as Examples: After Mary opened the door she switched on the light. The boy paused before he crossed ... http://learnenglish.byexamples.com/conjunctions-time-place/ What are Conjunctions? Conjunctions are words used to link words, phrases and clauses to make them into a more meaningful sentence.  For examples:- Abdul is singing while taking a shower. Are buses and taxis considered public transportation? I can meet you before you leave. There are 3 categories of conjunction:- Coordinating Conjunctions ~~ and, but, ... http://learnenglish.byexamples.com/conjunctions/ Meaning of English words Used to mean only.... "Memory" was something you lost with age            "An Application" was for employment                     "A program" was a TV show            ... http://learnenglish.byexamples.com/meaning-of-english-words/ Here is a list of common verbs with choices of suitable adverbs compiled as examples:- Study Hard Verbs Adverbs acted quickly, suddenly, warily answered correctly, immediately, tartly ate greedily, hungrily, quickly, slowly bled freely, profusely, slightly bowed humbly, respectfully, stiffly caressed fondly, gently, lovingly charged bravely, desperately, furiously chuckled artfully, gleefully, happily crept quietly, silently, ... http://learnenglish.byexamples.com/list-of-common-verbs-with-suitable-adverbs/ COMPARISON OF ADVERBS Adverbs are compared in the same way as Adjectives. As most adverbs are two-syllable words they generally form the Comparative and Superlative by adding “more” and “most” to the Positive. Indulge in things you most truly love Positive Comparative Superlative bitterly more bitterly most bitterly bravely more bravely most bravely briefly more briefly most briefly carefully more carefully most carefully clearly more clearly most ... http://learnenglish.byexamples.com/comparison-of-adverbs/