Unit 2 Summative Check In

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What is subject-verb agreement?

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Subject-verb agreement means that the subject and verb in a sentence must match in number (singular or plural). For example, 'The dog barks' (singular) vs. 'The dogs bark' (plural).

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Identify the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay.

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A thesis statement introduces the main argument or point of the essay, guiding the reader on what to expect.

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints found within a sentence or paragraph that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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How do you use a comma correctly in a sentence?

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Commas are used to separate items in a list, after introductory phrases, or before conjunctions in compound sentences.

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What is a transition word?

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A transition word connects ideas in writing, helping to guide the reader through the text.

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Give an example of a transition word that shows contrast.

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An example of a transition word that shows contrast is 'However'.

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What is the function of a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence states the main idea of a paragraph, summarizing what the paragraph will discuss.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains two independent clauses joined by a conjunction, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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Define domain-specific vocabulary.

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Domain-specific vocabulary refers to words and phrases that are specific to a particular field or subject area.

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What is the role of examples in understanding vocabulary?

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Examples help clarify the meaning of a word by providing context and showing how it is used in sentences.