8th Grade Semester Test

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What is a compound-complex sentence?

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A compound-complex sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause.

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True or False: A compound-complex sentence joins either two compound sentences or a simple sentence and a compound sentence.

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False

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence consists of one independent clause, which has a subject and a verb, and expresses a complete thought.

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What is the correct placement of a title in MLA format?

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The title should be placed at the top center of the page.

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What does the word 'gruesome' mean?

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Gruesome means causing repulsion or horror; grisly.

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What are articles in grammar?

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Articles are words that modify nouns and include 'the', 'a', and 'an'.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that has at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence is a sentence that contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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What is the function of an adjective?

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An adjective modifies a noun by providing more information about it.

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What is the function of an adverb?

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An adverb modifies a verb, an adjective, or another adverb, often indicating manner, time, place, or degree.