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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences or coordinates words in the same clause.

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Provide an example of a conjunction used in a sentence.

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In the sentence 'The boy dropped a crumb and the dog ate it!', 'and' is the conjunction connecting two clauses.

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What is the function of the article 'the' in a sentence?

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The article 'the' is a definite article used to refer to a specific noun that is known to the reader.

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How does the use of 'the' change the meaning of a sentence?

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Using 'the' specifies a particular noun, making it clear which one is being referred to, as opposed to using 'a' or 'an' which refers to any one of a group.

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What is the difference between 'to' and 'for' in prepositional phrases?

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'To' indicates direction or destination, while 'for' indicates purpose or benefit.

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In what context would you use 'to' in a sentence?

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'To' is used to indicate movement towards a place, person, or thing, as in 'I brought cookies to the party.'

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What is the role of articles in English grammar?

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Articles define a noun as specific or unspecific, with 'the' being definite and 'a/an' being indefinite.

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What is an example of an indefinite article?

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'A' and 'an' are indefinite articles used to refer to non-specific nouns.

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How do conjunctions affect sentence structure?

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Conjunctions allow for the combination of clauses and phrases, creating more complex and varied sentence structures.

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What is the importance of using the correct preposition in a sentence?

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Using the correct preposition is crucial for conveying the intended meaning and ensuring grammatical accuracy.