diff --git a/Resources - Grammar/How To Use An Apostrophe.md b/Resources - Grammar/How To Use An Apostrophe.md index 1256ac3..5d94b8b 100644 --- a/Resources - Grammar/How To Use An Apostrophe.md +++ b/Resources - Grammar/How To Use An Apostrophe.md @@ -2,7 +2,7 @@ **Is it plural?** *Plural means more than one.* -For example: I saw two **kittens** riding a goat. **Goats** are great for transportation. +For Example: I saw two **kittens** riding a goat. **Goats** are great for transportation. ***Don't*** use an apostrophe. @@ -15,3 +15,15 @@ Two exceptions: - **90's fashion was a bit awkward. Just say no to hammer pants.** Then do this: - **I attended college in the late '90s and early 2000s.** + +**Is it indicating possession?** +*Possession means to own something.* +*For Example:* **Bob's hat was made out of jelly beans.** + +Use an apostrophe. + +But watch out: Is it plural and possessive? For Example: +> The **soldiers'** rifles were no match for Bob's amazing lightning pants. + +Then put the apostrophe after the "s." +Unless it's a word that's already plural, such as "children," then you'd write "children's." \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/Show don't tell.md b/Show don't tell.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..44aadd8 --- /dev/null +++ b/Show don't tell.md @@ -0,0 +1,73 @@ +*Source: [show, don't tell – @lyralit on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/lyralit/687605346469068800/show-dont-tell-anticipation-bouncing-legs)* + +**show, don't tell:** + +_Anticipation_ +- Bouncing legs +- Darting eyes +- Breathing deeply +- Useless / mindless tasks +- Eyes on the clock +- Checking and re-checking + +_Frustration_ +- Grumbling +- Heavy footsteps +- Hot flush +- Narrowed eyes +- Pointing fingers +- Pacing / stomping + +_Sadness_ +- Eyes filling up with tears +- Blinking quickly +- Hiccuped breaths +- Face turned away +- Red / burning cheeks +- Short sentences with gulps + +_Happiness_ +- Smiling / cheeks hurting +- Animated +- Chest hurts from laughing +- Rapid movements +- Eye contact +- Quick speaking + +_Boredom_ +- Complaining +- Sighing +- Grumbling +- Pacing +- Leg bouncing +- Picking at nails + +_Fear_ +- Quick heartbeat +- Shaking / clammy hands +- Pinching self +- Tuck away +- Closing eyes +- Clenched hands + +_Disappointment_ +- No eye contact +- Hard swallow +- Clenched hands +- Tears, occasionally +- _Mhm-hmm_ + +_Tiredness_ +- Spacing out +- Eyes closing +- Nodding head absently +- Long sighs +- No eye contact +- Grim smile + +_Confidence_ +- Prolonged eye contact +- Appreciates instead of apologizing +- Active listening +- Shoulders back +- Micro reactions \ No newline at end of file