Mastering Language Skills Flashcard

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What is a conjunctive adverb?

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A conjunctive adverb is a word that connects two independent clauses and shows the relationship between them, such as 'however', 'therefore', and 'moreover'.

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Identify the conjunctive adverb in this sentence: 'He was hungry; therefore, he made a sandwich.'

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therefore

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What is a complete simple sentence?

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A complete simple sentence contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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Identify the complete simple sentence from the options: 'While the rain fell.', 'The cat slept on the mat.', 'Sleeping on the mat.', 'Because the cat was tired.'

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The cat slept on the mat.

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What is a comparative adjective?

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A comparative adjective is used to compare two things, often formed by adding '-er' or using 'more' before the adjective.

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Choose the correct comparative form of the adjective: 'This movie is ______ than the one we watched last week.'

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more exciting

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What is a superlative adjective?

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A superlative adjective is used to compare three or more things, often formed by adding '-est' or using 'most' before the adjective.

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Choose the correct superlative form of the adjective: 'This is the ______ cake I have ever tasted.'

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most delicious

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What is the difference between a simple sentence and a compound sentence?

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A simple sentence has one independent clause, while a compound sentence has two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

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Identify the conjunctive adverb in this sentence: 'She was tired; however, she finished her homework.'

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however