7th grade Semester 1 Exam 2025

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence contains one independent clause and one or more dependent clauses.

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Why are citations important when using text evidence?

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Citations give credit to the original author or source, allow readers to verify the information, and help avoid plagiarism.

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Should I use sentence starters for my evidence and commentary?

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Yes, using sentence starters helps structure your writing and makes it clearer.

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What must direct quotations be enclosed in?

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Direct quotations must be put in between 'Quotation Marks'.

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What sentence provides evidence that Leslie is not sorry for hurting his cousin?

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"Well, serves her right for snatching my remote," Leslie had whispered to himself.

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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, containing a subject and a verb.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence and usually begins with a subordinating conjunction.

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What is the purpose of using evidence in writing?

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The purpose of using evidence is to support claims and arguments, making them more credible.

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What is plagiarism?

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Plagiarism is the act of using someone else's work or ideas without giving proper credit.

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What is a quotation?

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A quotation is the exact repetition of someone else's statement or thoughts, usually enclosed in quotation marks.