Sentence Types 1-6 Review

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What is an Adverb Opener?

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An Adverb Opener is a sentence structure that begins with an adverb, which modifies the verb in the sentence. Example: 'Clearly, I have little choice in the matter.'

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What is an Adverbial Clause Opener?

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An Adverbial Clause Opener is a sentence structure that starts with a dependent clause that functions as an adverb, providing context such as time, reason, or condition. Example: 'After the bell rang, all of the children scurried to their classes.'

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What is an Adjective Phrase Opener?

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An Adjective Phrase Opener is a sentence structure that begins with an adjective phrase, which describes a noun in the sentence. Example: 'Bothered by his lack of effort, his coach didn't let him play.'

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What is a Prep Phrase Opener?

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A Prep Phrase Opener is a sentence structure that starts with a prepositional phrase, which provides additional information about the noun or verb. Example: 'During the windstorm, the power went out at my house.'

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What is a Compound Sentence?

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A Compound Sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so). Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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Identify the function of an adverb in a sentence.

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An adverb modifies verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, providing information about how, when, where, or to what extent an action is performed.

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What is the purpose of using an Adverb Opener in writing?

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Using an Adverb Opener can add variety to sentence structure, enhance the flow of writing, and provide context for the action.

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How does an Adverbial Clause differ from an Adverb?

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An Adverbial Clause is a group of words that includes a subject and a verb and functions as an adverb, while an adverb is a single word that modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb.

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What role does a prepositional phrase play in a sentence?

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A prepositional phrase provides additional information about a noun or verb, often indicating location, time, or direction.

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Explain the significance of sentence variety in writing.

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Sentence variety keeps writing engaging and helps convey ideas more effectively by preventing monotony and enhancing readability.