Review of Objectives (12/4/24)

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What is a participial phrase?

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A participial phrase is a group of words that includes a participle and any modifiers or complements. It functions as an adjective in a sentence.

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Identify the participial phrase in the sentence: 'Placing her money on the counter, the little girl smiled at the clerk.'

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Placing her money on the counter.

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What is internal conflict in literature?

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Internal conflict refers to a psychological or emotional struggle within a character.

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What is external conflict in literature?

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External conflict is a struggle between a character and an outside force, such as another character or society.

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What is the correct capitalization of 'linkolnshire, england, dr. george clayton tennyson'?

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Lincolnshire, England, Dr. George Clayton Tennyson.

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What literary element allows the reader to see the story from multiple points of view?

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3rd person omniscient point of view.

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Where should a comma be placed in the sentence: 'Eve waiting patiently asked her mother to play checkers.'?

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After 'Eve' and before 'asked'.

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What is the definition of a comma splice?

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A comma splice is the incorrect use of a comma to join two independent clauses without a coordinating conjunction.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

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A thesis statement presents the main argument or claim of the essay and guides the direction of the writing.

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What is imagery in literature?

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Imagery is the use of descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates mental images for the reader.