Adler Fall 2024 Exam Review Sampler

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Correct punctuation in compound sentences

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A compound sentence is punctuated correctly when it uses a comma before the coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) that connects two independent clauses. Example: 'We went to the beach on Saturday, but it started to rain an hour after we arrived.'

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Usage of 'among' vs 'between'

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'Among' is used when referring to three or more items, while 'between' is used for two items. Example: 'Among the options, I found the Quizlet most helpful.'

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Symbolism of colors in literature

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In literature, colors often symbolize deeper meanings. For example, in 'The Great Gatsby', silver and gold represent wealth, money, and status.

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Correct punctuation in lists

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When listing items, use commas to separate items and a semicolon to separate items that contain commas. Example: 'Recent sites of the Olympic Games include Athens, Greece; Salt Lake City, Utah; and Sydney, Australia.'

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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. Example: 'The lack of funding had a major effect on the program's future.'

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Understanding independent clauses

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence. It contains a subject and a verb. Example: 'It started to rain.'

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Role of coordinating conjunctions

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Coordinating conjunctions (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) connect words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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Identifying sentence fragments

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A sentence fragment is an incomplete sentence that lacks an independent clause. Example: 'Because it was raining.' (This is a fragment.)

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Understanding the use of semicolons

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Semicolons are used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list. Example: 'I have a big test tomorrow; I can't go out tonight.'

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Recognizing run-on sentences

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A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without proper punctuation. Example: 'I love to write papers I would write one every day if I had the time.'