English Ch. 5 Cumulative Review

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What is a proper noun?

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A proper noun is a specific name for a person, place, or thing, and it is always capitalized. Example: 'Blackstone Lake'.

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What is a noun in a series?

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A noun in a series is when three or more nouns are listed together in a sentence, usually separated by commas. Example: 'nuts, seeds, and fruits'.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is made up of two independent clauses joined by a conjunction. Example: 'I wanted to go outside, but it was raining.'

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What is a simple subject?

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The simple subject is the main noun in a sentence that tells who or what the sentence is about. Example: In 'The dog barks', 'dog' is the simple subject.

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What is a verb?

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A verb is a word that describes an action or a state of being. Example: 'run', 'is', 'jump'.

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What is the purpose of commas in a series?

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Commas are used to separate items in a list to make the sentence clearer. Example: 'I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.'

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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 is a general name and is not capitalized. Example: 'city' (common) vs. 'New York' (proper).

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences. Common conjunctions include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What is a sentence fragment?

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A sentence fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought. Example: 'When we went to the park.' (This is not a complete sentence).

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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. Example: 'She likes to read.'