7th Grade Q2 Grammar Practice

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What is the purpose of a colon in a sentence?

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A colon is used to introduce a list, a quote, or an explanation.

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When should you use a semicolon?

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A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list.

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What is the rule for using commas in a series?

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Use commas to separate three or more items in a list.

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How do you punctuate a sentence that includes a quote?

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Use a comma before the quote if it is introduced by a phrase like 'he said' or 'she asked'.

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What is the difference between a comma and a semicolon?

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A comma separates elements within a sentence, while a semicolon connects closely related independent clauses.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it has a subject and a verb.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence and usually begins with a subordinating conjunction.

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When should you use a comma before 'and' in a list?

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Use a comma before 'and' in a list of three or more items (Oxford comma) for clarity.

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What is the function of parentheses in writing?

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Parentheses are used to include additional information or clarifications that are not essential to the main point.

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What is the correct way to punctuate this sentence: 'I have apples oranges and bananas'?

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I have apples, oranges, and bananas.