6th Grade Grammar Revising and Editing Flashcard

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What is a conjunction?

Back

A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences or coordinates words in the same clause. Examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

Front

Provide an example of a sentence using a conjunction correctly.

Back

She wanted to go to the movie, but she had too much homework.

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CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

Front

What is an interjection?

Back

An interjection is a word or phrase that expresses strong emotion or surprise. Examples include 'Wow!', 'Oh no!', and 'Hooray!'.

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CCSS.L.5.1A

Front

Provide an example of a sentence using an interjection correctly.

Back

Wow, I can't believe you did that!

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CCSS.L.5.1A

Front

What is the purpose of a comma in a list?

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A comma is used to separate items in a list to clarify the meaning and improve readability.

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CCSS.L.1.2C

CCSS.L.5.2A

CCSS.L.7.2A

Front

Provide an example of a sentence using commas in a list correctly.

Back

I need to buy apples, bananas, and oranges.

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CCSS.L.1.2C

CCSS.L.5.2A

CCSS.L.7.2A

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What is punctuation?

Back

Punctuation refers to the marks used in writing that help clarify meaning and separate linguistic units. Examples include periods, commas, question marks, and exclamation points.

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CCSS.L.1.2B

CCSS.L.4.3B

CCSS.L.K.2B

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Provide an example of a correctly punctuated sentence.

Back

My best friend Sarah loves to go hiking.

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CCSS.L.1.2B

CCSS.L.4.3B

CCSS.L.K.2B

Front

What is the Oxford comma?

Back

The Oxford comma is the final comma in a list of items, placed before 'and' or 'or'. It is used to avoid ambiguity.

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CCSS.L.1.2C

CCSS.L.5.2A

CCSS.L.7.2A

Front

Provide an example of a sentence using the Oxford comma correctly.

Back

I need to buy apples, bananas, and oranges.

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CCSS.L.1.2C

CCSS.L.5.2A

CCSS.L.7.2A