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What is a verb?

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

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Identify the complete thought in a sentence.

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A complete thought expresses a complete idea and can stand alone as a sentence. Example: 'I like ice cream.'

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What is an adjective?

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An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun. Example: 'blue', 'happy', 'tall'.

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What is a complete subject?

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The complete subject includes all the words that tell who or what the sentence is about. Example: 'The big brown dog' in 'The big brown dog barked.'

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What is a comma splice?

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A comma splice occurs when two independent clauses are joined with just a comma. Example: 'I like pizza, I eat it every Friday.'

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When should you use a comma before 'and'?

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Use a comma before 'and' when it connects two independent clauses. Example: 'I wanted to go, but I was too tired.'

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

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What is the purpose of a semicolon?

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A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses. Example: 'I have a big test tomorrow; I can't go out tonight.'

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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. Example: 'She loves to read.'

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence and usually begins with a subordinating conjunction. Example: 'Although she was tired...'