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The Writing Centre handouts include explanations and examples for a range of grammar, punctuation, and writing topics. We welcome handout suggestions. Send us a message at writing@mun.ca. 

Punctuation Mechanics

Hyphens and Dashes

Colon and Semi-Colon

Comma

Types of Brackets

Grammar

Subject-Verb Agreement

Sentence Types

Sentence Fragments

Run-on Sentences

Comma Splice Sentences

Parallel Sentences

Choppy Sentences

Articles

Affixes

Gerunds and Infinitives

The Writing Process

Paraphrasing

What is an Abstract

The Introduction Paragraph

The Conclusion Paragraph

Paragraph Development

Confusing Transitions

Note-taking versus Note-making

Shorthand

Brainstorming Strategies

Introduction to Outlines

Improving your Style

Anaphoric Reference

Conciseness

Commonly Confused Words Part 1

Commonly Confused Words Part 2

Commonly Confused Words Part 3

Discipline Specific Resources

Writing a Folklore Paper

Poetry Analysis

Figurative Devices

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