Week 35 Paragraph Corrections

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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. Examples include 'Wow!', 'Oh no!', and 'Hooray!'

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Why do we use commas with interjections?

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Commas are used after interjections to separate them from the rest of the sentence, indicating a pause. For example, 'Wow, that was amazing!'

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What is the correct spelling of the word 'explained'?

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The correct spelling is 'explained', which is the past tense of 'explain'.

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How do you identify a misspelled word in a sentence?

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Look for words that do not match standard spelling rules or do not appear in the dictionary.

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What is the purpose of commas in a sentence?

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Commas are used to indicate a pause, separate items in a list, or clarify meaning in sentences.

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Where should you place a comma in a sentence?

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Commas should be placed where there is a natural pause or to separate clauses, items in a list, or adjectives.

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What is a number correction in writing?

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A number correction involves changing a number to its correct form, such as correcting 'three hundred' to '300'.

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How do you write numbers in a sentence?

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Numbers can be written in words (e.g., 'three hundred') or numerically (e.g., '300'), depending on the context.

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What is the rule for using commas with adjectives?

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When two or more adjectives describe the same noun, they should be separated by commas if they are of equal rank (e.g., 'It was a long, tiring day.').

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What is the difference between a clause and a phrase?

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A clause contains a subject and a verb, while a phrase does not. For example, 'She runs' is a clause, while 'in the park' is a phrase.