Unit 1 Grammar Review

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What is the purpose of using commas in a sentence?

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Commas are used to separate items in a list, to set off introductory elements, to separate independent clauses, and to clarify meaning.

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Provide an example of a sentence that uses commas correctly in a list.

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My favorite books are The Outsiders, The Giver, and Jade Green.

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When should 'I' be used instead of 'me' in a sentence?

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Use 'I' when it is the subject of the sentence and 'me' when it is the object.

Front

Identify the correct form: 'She gave Roger and (I/me) a ride to school.'

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me

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What is subject-verb agreement?

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Subject-verb agreement means that the subject and verb in a sentence must agree in number (singular or plural).

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Identify a sentence with correct subject-verb agreement.

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One unpleasant result of the flood was that the main roads were closed.

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What is an example of a sentence that uses commas correctly after an introductory phrase?

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Yes, I do have to go to school tomorrow.

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What is the rule for using commas with introductory elements?

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A comma should be used after an introductory phrase or clause to separate it from the main clause.

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Provide an example of a sentence that uses commas correctly to set off a non-essential clause.

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In the new house I just purchased, I found a secret room hidden in the basement.

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What is a non-essential clause?

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A non-essential clause provides additional information but can be removed without changing the meaning of the sentence.