Midterm Review

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What is a pronoun?

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A pronoun is a word that takes the place of a noun to avoid repetition, such as 'he', 'she', 'it', 'they', etc.

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What is a vague pronoun error?

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A vague pronoun error occurs when a pronoun does not clearly refer to a specific noun, leading to confusion about what or whom it represents.

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When should you use 'I' instead of 'me'?

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Use 'I' when the pronoun is the subject of the sentence, and 'me' when it is the object.

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What is body language?

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Body language is a form of non-verbal communication that includes gestures, facial expressions, and posture.

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What is the central idea of a paragraph?

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The central idea is the main point or message that the author wants to convey in a text.

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What is the purpose of a conclusion paragraph?

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The conclusion paragraph summarizes the main points and reinforces the overall message of the text.

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What is an example of a personal pronoun?

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Examples of personal pronouns include 'I', 'you', 'he', 'she', 'it', 'we', and 'they'.

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What does it mean to remove a sentence from a paragraph?

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Removing a sentence means eliminating it from the text because it does not support the main idea or is irrelevant.

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What is the difference between 'he' and 'him'?

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'He' is a subject pronoun used when the person is doing the action, while 'him' is an object pronoun used when the person is receiving the action.

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What is an example of body language?

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An example of body language is crossing your arms, which can indicate defensiveness or discomfort.