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English
Grammar, writing, reading and literature — the skills for clear thinking and strong communication.
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English on LearnViz HighSchoolEdu has 60 interactive topics. Each one has a plain-English explanation, a live animation you can control, key ideas to remember and a quick quiz. Strong reading and writing are needed in every subject, job and exam.
Grammar and Language
1NounsA noun names a person, place, thing or idea.2PronounsPronouns replace nouns to avoid repetition.3VerbsVerbs express actions or states of being.4Verb TensesTenses show when an action happens.5Subject–Verb AgreementA verb must match its subject in number.6Adjectives and AdverbsAdjectives describe nouns; adverbs describe verbs, adjectives or other adverbs.7PrepositionsPrepositions show relationships of place, time or direction.8Conjunctions and Sentence TypesConjunctions join words and clauses.9Clauses and PhrasesA clause has a subject and verb; a phrase does not.10Punctuation: Commas and PeriodsCommas separate parts of a sentence; periods end it.11Apostrophes and Quotation MarksApostrophes show possession or contraction; quotes show speech.12Colons, Semicolons and DashesThese marks link and separate ideas in powerful ways.13Capitalisation and SpellingCapitalise names, sentence starts and titles; learn spelling patterns.14Active and Passive VoiceIn active voice the subject acts; in passive voice it receives the action.15Vocabulary and Word RootsPrefixes, roots and suffixes unlock new words.16Synonyms, Antonyms and Context CluesContext helps you work out unfamiliar words.17Idioms, Similes and MetaphorsFigurative language says one thing and means another.18Etymology: Where Words Come FromEnglish borrows words from Latin, Greek, French and many languages.19Register, Tone and AudienceChoose formal or informal language to suit your audience.20Common Grammar MistakesSpot and fix errors like run-ons, dangling modifiers and pronoun confusion.Writing
21The Writing ProcessGreat writing is planned, drafted, revised and edited.22Paragraph StructureA strong paragraph has a topic sentence, support and a closing thought.23Thesis StatementsA thesis states your main argument in one or two sentences.24Essay StructureAn essay has an introduction, body paragraphs and a conclusion.25Narrative WritingNarratives tell a story using plot, characters and setting.26Descriptive WritingDescriptive writing paints pictures using the five senses.27Persuasive WritingPersuasion convinces readers using reasons, evidence and appeals.28Expository and Informative WritingExpository writing explains facts or ideas clearly.29Compare and Contrast EssaysShow how two things are alike and different.30Research and Citing SourcesCredible sources and citations support claims and avoid plagiarism.31Revising and EditingRevising improves ideas; editing fixes language.32Creative Writing and PoetryCreative writing explores imagination through stories and poems.33Business and Email WritingClear, polite messages get results.34Note-Taking and SummarisingSummaries capture the main ideas in your own words.Literature and Reading
35Elements of a StoryPlot, character, setting, conflict and theme shape stories.36Point of ViewNarrators can speak in first, second or third person.37CharacterisationAuthors reveal character through actions, speech and thoughts.38Theme and SymbolismThemes are big ideas; symbols stand for them.39Setting and MoodSetting is time and place; mood is the feeling it creates.40Figurative Language in LiteratureAuthors use metaphor, personification, hyperbole and irony to deepen meaning.41Poetry: Rhyme, Rhythm and FormPoems use sound and structure to shape meaning.42ShakespeareShakespeare wrote tragedies, comedies and histories that still thrill audiences.43The NovelNovels are long fiction that explore characters and society.44Short StoriesShort stories deliver a complete story in few pages.45Drama and PlaysPlays are written to be performed.46Non-fiction and BiographyNon-fiction presents real facts, people and events.47Myths, Legends and FolktalesTraditional tales pass down values and explain the world.48Reading StrategiesPredict, question, visualise, infer and summarise to read deeply.49Media LiteracyEvaluate sources, bias and persuasive techniques in media.50Public Speaking and PresentationsClear structure, eye contact and practice make a speech effective.51Debate and DiscussionRespectful debate tests ideas with evidence.52Active ListeningListening means paying attention and responding thoughtfully.53Speed and ComprehensionSkimming and scanning help you find information fast.54Studying Texts for ExamsPlan answers, use quotations and analyse language, structure and context.55Language Change and DialectsEnglish varies by place, time and group and keeps changing.More Language and Rhetoric
56Parallel StructureParallel structure uses the same grammatical form for items in a series.57Homophones and Confused WordsWords that sound alike can have very different meanings.58Rhetorical DevicesWriters and speakers persuade with devices like repetition, rhetorical questions and the rule of three.59Satire and IronySatire uses humour and exaggeration to criticise society.60Dangling and Misplaced ModifiersA modifier must sit next to the word it describes.No topics match.
Frequently asked questions
What topics are in English?
There are 60 topics, including Nouns, Pronouns, Verbs, Verb Tenses, Subject–Verb Agreement, and more.
Who is English on LearnViz for?
High school students who want to understand english visually, teachers who want a quick classroom demonstration, and parents helping with homework.
Do I have to study the topics in order?
No. The list follows the order of the course, but every topic has its own page, so you can start wherever you need help.
How do I track my progress?
Open a topic and press “Mark as learned”. This subject page then shows how many topics you have completed. Progress is saved in your own browser.
How is English used in real life?
Strong reading and writing are needed in every subject, job and exam.