Second Nine Weeks: EXAM

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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 imagery in literature?

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Imagery is an author's use of language that appeals to the five senses, helping readers to visualize scenes and experiences.

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Which word should be capitalized in the phrase 'photograph of the Grand canyon'?

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Canyon should be capitalized as it is a proper noun.

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What does it mean if a sentence is grammatically incorrect?

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A grammatically incorrect sentence does not follow the rules of grammar, making it difficult to understand.

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What is the meaning of the word 'bark' in the context of trees?

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In this context, 'bark' refers to the covering of a tree.

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence consists of a single independent clause with no dependent clauses.

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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 conjunction.

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What is a fragment in writing?

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A fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone as a sentence.

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What is the purpose of capitalization in writing?

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Capitalization is used to indicate proper nouns, the beginning of sentences, and for emphasis.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.