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Grammar Tip: Double Negatives

A double negative incorporates two negative words in the same sentence and expresses a single negative idea. In the following sentences, the double negative words are bolded: “Richard didn’t write nothing” and “She never argued with nobody.” ….. [Read More]

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Book Review: The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie

Based on Sherman Alexie’s autobiographical experiences and accompanied by Ellen Forney’s moving drawings, The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian tells the narrative of an adolescent Native American boy, Junior, also known as Arnold, who strives to break away from the life he is fated to live, and to forge for himself a new destiny and a self-identity. In this coming-of-age novel, Alexie equips his protagonist, Junior, with rich and descriptive language, and a unique narrative voice that blends dark humor with irony. Throughout this first-person narrative, Junior must balance between two worlds.. [Read More]

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Redesigned SAT: Addressing Basic Flaws

In the spring of 2016, the newly redesigned SAT exam was administered to students for the first time. The SAT, owned and published by the College Board, a not-for-profit organization that develops and administers standardized tests, has undergone several changes. [Read More]

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Bite Size Grammar Tip: Subject Verb Agreement

A singular subject involves one noun/pronoun such as an object or a person. For example, “a chocolate cake” or “a tired student.” A plural subject involves more than one noun/pronoun such as an object or a person. For example, “some sharpened pencils” or “the tired college students.” A singular subject must agree with a singular verb and similarly, a plural subject must agree with a plural verb. [Read More]

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College Spotlight – San Diego State University

San Diego State University, founded in 1897, is a public research institution. It is ranked among the nation’s top national universities, according to U.S. News. The university offers bachelor’s degrees in 94 areas, master’s degrees in 78 areas, and doctoral degrees in 22 areas. Receiving $120.6 million in research funding in 2015, SDSU focuses its research on real-world challenges with student access to cutting-edge technology. [Read More]

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