Many Western intellectuals of the eighteenth century highly valued Latin and logic. Attempts to codify a prescribed English grammar often attempted to use the rules of Latin and of mathematical logic. Here are a few examples of grammar rules and where they came from: Double Negatives 1. Don’t use a …
What’s the deal with the Oxford Comma? When do I use a semicolon? Is there ever a reason to use a dash? We’ve taken a look at some of the most confusing punctuation topics in order to help you make sense of them. Read below for your guide to all …
As you may know, there are multiple ideas about what constitutes grammar. In general, it refers to the rules that govern how a language is used. John McIntyre, writing about language for The Baltimore Sun, once categorized rules for the usage of English as follows: The Rules 1. Unnoticed rules. …
