GED Language Arts and Grammar Foundations Flashcard

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What is correct punctuation for time in a sentence?

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The correct punctuation for time in a sentence is to write it without a comma before 'sharp'. Example: 'The meeting will start at 10:00 AM sharp.'

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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 agree in number. For example, 'The data is conclusive' (singular) vs. 'The data are conclusive' (plural).

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Identify the part of speech: 'believe' in 'They could not believe what they were seeing.'

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'Believe' is a verb.

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How do you correctly use commas in a list?

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In a list, commas are used to separate items. Example: 'Before we leave, don't forget to check the doors, windows, and turn off the lights.'

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Identify the part of speech: 'faster' in 'He runs faster than anyone else on the team.'

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'Faster' is an adverb.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (e.g., and, but, or). Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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What is the function of an adverb in a sentence?

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An adverb modifies a verb, an adjective, or another adverb, often indicating manner, place, time, or degree. Example: 'She sings beautifully.'

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What is the difference between 'affect' and 'effect'?

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'Affect' is a verb meaning to influence something, while 'effect' is a noun meaning the result of a change.

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without proper punctuation or conjunctions. Example: 'I love to read I have many books.'

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement presents the main argument or claim of an essay, guiding the direction of the writing.