Grammar

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What is the correct usage of 'are' in a sentence?

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The correct usage is: 'The iPads are in the cupboard.'

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What is the difference between 'lose' and 'loose'?

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'Lose' means to misplace something or not win, while 'loose' means not tight or free.

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How do you correctly use 'it's' in a sentence?

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'It's' is a contraction for 'it is' or 'it has'. Example: 'It's really hard.'

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What does 'too much' imply in a sentence?

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'Too much' indicates an excessive amount. Example: 'That's too much.'

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What is the difference between 'desert' and 'dessert'?

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'Desert' refers to a dry, barren area, while 'dessert' is a sweet course served at the end of a meal.

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What is a common mistake with '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 correct form of 'there', 'their', and 'they're'?

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'There' indicates a place, 'their' is possessive, and 'they're' is a contraction for 'they are'.

Front

What is the rule for subject-verb agreement?

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The subject and verb must agree in number; singular subjects take singular verbs, and plural subjects take plural verbs.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

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What is the purpose of a semicolon?

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A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses.