Unit 2 Grammar Flashcard Review

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What is the correct possessive form of 'parrot'?

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The correct possessive form is 'parrot's', indicating that something belongs to the parrot.

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What is the correct form of 'their' when indicating possession?

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'Their' is the correct form to indicate possession for multiple people.

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What does the word 'lead' mean in the context of guiding someone?

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In this context, 'lead' means to go ahead of someone to show them the way.

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What is a homophone?

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A homophone is a word that sounds the same as another word but has a different meaning and often a different spelling.

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What is the correct contraction for 'it is'?

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The correct contraction is 'it's'.

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What does the word 'wind' refer to in a meteorological context?

Back

In this context, 'wind' refers to moving air.

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What is the difference between 'its' and 'it's'?

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'Its' is a possessive form, while 'it's' is a contraction for 'it is'.

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What is the purpose of using possessive nouns?

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Possessive nouns show ownership or belonging.

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How do you identify a homophone in a sentence?

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You identify a homophone by looking for words that sound the same but have different meanings or spellings.

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What is the role of context in understanding the meaning of a word?

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Context helps determine the specific meaning of a word based on how it is used in a sentence.