Monday, November 28, 2016

Student Examples of Sentence Composing #51 Colons


Expert Sentence #51:
I gave her happy memories: a ride on a merry-go-round, a kitten to play with, a special toy.

JChapps' Sentence:
Obi-wan gave Luke Jedi instruction:  training with the lightsaber, philosophy on the ways of the Force, expert piloting skills.

Elisabeth’s Sentence:
I told them the harsh details: the war-ravaged village, the terrified children to comfort, the choking fog.

Alexander’s Sentence:
I gave my brother presents: a Marvel action figure, a Marvel comic book, a set of Pokemon cards.

Kylie’s Sentence:
I gave him the best day ever: a surprise-like birthday party, a huge birthday cake with twenty candles to blow out, a ton of balloons.

Ashley’s Sentence:
I offered her many gifts: a ride on a bike, a puppy to run with, a new friend.

Jack’s Sentence:
I gave him many gifts: a brand new Xbox, a GoPro to ski with, a little dog.

Hunter’s Sentence:
I received from his treasure chest: a golden coin, a special pearl to talk to, a creative bracelet.

Joe’s Sentence:
He gave her a lot of items: a gumball machine, a hot tub,  a Wi-Fi router.

Noah’s sentence:
I have practiced many professions: a school bus driver, a hit man, a tour guide.

Tom’s Sentence:
The coach gave the player directions: bunt for a base hit, steal second and third base, score the game-winning run on a ball put in play.

Marisa’s Sentence:
They gave him everything: a walk to the dog park, a chicken flavored bone for him to devour, a comfy bed for him to snooze on.

Alex’s Sentence:  
She gave him a delicious feast: a piece of turkey, a bowl of stuffing, a table filled with food.

Jaida’s Sentence:
I threw her an amazing birthday party: a delicious cake, a lot of balloons, a room filled with presents.

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