Parts of Speech

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What is a noun?

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A noun is a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea.

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Identify the function of an adverb in a sentence.

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An adverb modifies a verb, an adjective, or another adverb, often indicating manner, time, place, or degree.

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What are adjectives used for?

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Adjectives are used to describe or modify nouns and pronouns.

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Give an example of a preposition.

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Examples of prepositions include 'in', 'on', 'at', 'between', and 'under'.

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What is the role of a verb in a sentence?

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A verb expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being.

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What is the difference between a common noun and a proper noun?

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A common noun is a general name for a person, place, or thing (e.g., 'city'), while a proper noun is a specific name (e.g., 'New York').

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What is a pronoun?

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A pronoun is a word that takes the place of a noun to avoid repetition.

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Identify the function of conjunctions in a sentence.

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Conjunctions connect words, phrases, or clauses, such as 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What is an interjection?

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An interjection is a word or phrase that expresses strong emotion or surprise, often standing alone (e.g., 'Wow!', 'Oh no!').

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How do you identify an adverb in a sentence?

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Adverbs often end in '-ly' and answer questions like how, when, where, or to what extent.