Q2 W7 Friday Flashcard

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What is the definition of 'bar' in the context of a restaurant?

Back

A counter where food and drinks are served.

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What does 'transports' mean in the context of a van taking guests to the airport?

Back

To carry from one place to another.

Front

What is the correct way to punctuate a series with commas?

Back

Use commas to separate items in a list, e.g., 'My friends and I rented a movie, popped popcorn, and baked cookies last night.'

Front

How do you correctly punctuate a series of subjects in a sentence?

Back

Use commas before the conjunction in a list, e.g., 'This semester he is taking Spanish, English, Math, and Science at the university.'

Front

What does the metaphor 'music to his ears' mean?

Back

The news was pleasing to Jared.

Front

What is a metaphor?

Back

A figure of speech that describes an object or action in a way that isn't literally true, but helps explain an idea or make a comparison.

Front

What is the purpose of using commas in a sentence?

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To separate items in a list, clarify meaning, and indicate pauses.

Front

What is the meaning of 'punctuate'?

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To use symbols like commas and periods to clarify the meaning of written language.

Front

What is a series in writing?

Back

A list of three or more items or actions.

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What is the role of conjunctions in a series?

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To connect words, phrases, or clauses, often used before the last item in a list.