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', and 'her'.

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What is the difference between 'she' and 'her'?

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'She' is a subject pronoun used to refer to a female subject, while 'her' is an object pronoun used to refer to a female object.

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What does it mean for a pronoun to be vague?

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A vague pronoun does not clearly refer to a specific noun, making the sentence unclear.

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What is the main idea of a passage?

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

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What is a conclusion in a speech?

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A conclusion is the final part of a speech that summarizes the main points and reinforces the speaker's message.

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What is an example of a vague pronoun?

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In the sentence 'As Joe was talking to Sam, he started to cry,' 'he' is vague because it is unclear whether it refers to Joe or Sam.

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What is a clear pronoun?

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A clear pronoun specifically refers to a known noun, such as in 'The pirates left their gold in a hidden cave,' where 'their' clearly refers to 'the pirates'.

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What is the purpose of exercise according to the passage?

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The purpose of exercise is to increase energy and prepare the body in various ways.

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What is an example of a strong conclusion?

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A strong conclusion is 'Please consider my request as it would greatly benefit our community,' as it clearly states the speaker's appeal.

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What is the role of fight-or-flight hormones during exercise?

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Fight-or-flight hormones are released during exercise to prepare the body for physical activity, increasing energy and alertness.