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What is the difference between 'its' and 'it's'?

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'Its' is a possessive pronoun meaning belonging to it, while 'it's' is a contraction for 'it is' or 'it has'.

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When should you use a comma in a list?

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Use commas to separate items in a list, and place a comma before the conjunction (and, or) in a list of three or more items.

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What does it mean for a sentence to be grammatically correct?

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A grammatically correct sentence follows the rules of syntax, punctuation, and word usage.

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What is a common error when using the word 'too'?

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'Too' means excessively or also, and should not be confused with 'to', which is a preposition.

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What is the purpose of a possessive noun?

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A possessive noun shows ownership or belonging, often formed by adding an apostrophe and 's'.

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What is the correct way to write a title in a sentence?

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Capitalize the main words in a title, and use italics or quotation marks depending on the type of work.

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What is the function of a conjunction in a sentence?

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A conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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What is the rule for capitalizing proper nouns?

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Proper nouns, which name specific people, places, or organizations, should always be capitalized.

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What is the difference between 'there', 'their', and 'they're'?

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'There' refers to a place, 'their' is a possessive pronoun, and 'they're' is a contraction for 'they are'.

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without proper punctuation or conjunction.