English Ch. 5 Cumulative Review

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What is a noun?

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A noun is a word that names a person, place, thing, or idea.

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What is a series of nouns?

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A series of nouns is a list of three or more nouns that are related, usually separated by commas.

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How do you write a series of nouns correctly?

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When writing a series of nouns, use commas to separate them, and place 'and' before the last noun.

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What is an abbreviation?

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An abbreviation is a shortened form of a word or phrase.

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How do you write abbreviations correctly?

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Abbreviations should be written with capital letters and without periods.

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What is a proper noun?

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A proper noun is the specific name of a person, place, or organization, and it is always capitalized.

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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 conjunction.

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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What is the purpose of commas in a sentence?

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Commas are used to separate items in a list, to set off introductory elements, and to separate clauses.

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What is the correct way to write 'Madison, WI'?

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The correct way to write it is 'Madison, WI' with both letters capitalized.