12/13/24 DLR Flashcard

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What is an infinitive?

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An infinitive is the base form of a verb, often preceded by 'to', such as 'to learn' or 'to write'. It can function as a noun, adjective, or adverb in a sentence.

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Identify the structure of a passive voice sentence.

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In passive voice, the subject receives the action of the verb. The structure typically follows: 'Subject + form of 'to be' + past participle + (by agent)'. For example, 'The cake was eaten by the children.'

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How do you convert an active voice sentence to passive voice?

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To convert an active voice sentence to passive voice, identify the object of the active sentence, make it the subject of the passive sentence, and use the appropriate form of 'to be' with the past participle of the verb.

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What does 'melancholy' mean?

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Melancholy means a deep, persistent sadness or gloom. It is often associated with reflective or pensive moods.

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What does 'frigid' mean?

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Frigid means extremely cold in temperature. It is often used to describe weather conditions.

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What is the difference between active and passive voice?

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In active voice, the subject performs the action (e.g., 'The children eat the cake'). In passive voice, the subject receives the action (e.g., 'The cake was eaten by the children').

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Provide an example of a sentence using an infinitive.

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An example of a sentence using an infinitive is: 'She wants to travel the world.'

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What is a context clue?

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A context clue is a word or phrase in a sentence that helps to clarify the meaning of another word in the same sentence.

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How can you determine the meaning of an unfamiliar word using context clues?

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To determine the meaning of an unfamiliar word using context clues, look for descriptive words, synonyms, antonyms, or examples in the surrounding text that provide hints about the word's meaning.

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What is the past participle of the verb 'to eat'?

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The past participle of the verb 'to eat' is 'eaten'.