Unit 01 Week 1

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What is a predicate in a sentence?

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A predicate is the part of a sentence that tells what the subject does or is. It includes the verb and any objects or modifiers.

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What is the correct verb to complete the sentence: 'Yesterday, the student _________ down in his desk.'?

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The correct verb is 'sat'.

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What is a sentence fragment?

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A sentence fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought. It is missing a subject or a verb.

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What constitutes a complete sentence?

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A complete sentence must have a subject and a predicate and express a complete thought.

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What does the term 'unique' mean?

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Unique means being the only one of its kind; unusual.

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What is the subject of a sentence?

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The subject of a sentence is the person, place, thing, or idea that is doing or being something.

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What is the difference between a complete sentence and a fragment?

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A complete sentence expresses a complete thought and has both a subject and a predicate, while a fragment does not.

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What role does a verb play in a sentence?

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A verb expresses action or a state of being in a sentence.

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Can a sentence start with a conjunction?

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Yes, a sentence can start with a conjunction, but it is often considered informal or stylistically unique.

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What is an example of a compound sentence?

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An example of a compound sentence is: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'