A BANNER DAY FOR GRAMMAR

RECOGNITION

Michael's English Usage

is honoured and proud to be included

in the university online review

as one of the 

top 50 blogs

for grammar geeks.

I recommend you access the site listed below

to gain further insights into

the correct use of the English language.

Keep the torch burning brightly!

Thank you.

http://www.universityreviewsonline.com/2005/10/50-best-blogs-for-grammar-geeks.html

SHINED/SHONE

Explain the different uses of the words "shined" and "shone".

What is the specific part of speech of each word?

Create sentences for "shined" and "shone" that clearly show the correct use of each word.

TODAY'S WORD

The word for today is "vainglory".

What part of speech is "vainglory"?

What other parts of speech can you list of this word?

Define "vainglory" and use it in a sentence.

What is the root of the word?