Week 7 Vocabulary

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What is a proper noun?

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A proper noun is a specific name for a particular person, place, or organization, and it must always be capitalized.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is the introductory sentence of a body paragraph that introduces the main idea of that paragraph.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that has two or more main clauses linked by a conjunction or a semicolon.

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Give an example of a topic sentence.

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Cats are the best pets because of their low maintenance.

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What is the formula for creating a clause?

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The formula for creating a clause is subject + verb.

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What is a main clause?

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A main clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that links single words or groups of words.

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What is the difference between a proper noun and a common noun?

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A proper noun names a specific person, place, or thing and is capitalized, while a common noun refers to general items and is not capitalized.

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What is an example of a compound sentence?

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I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.

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What is a conclusion sentence?

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A conclusion sentence summarizes the main points of a paragraph or essay and provides closure.