English grammar

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What is a noun?

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A noun is a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea.

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CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.K.1B

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What is the difference between 'advice' and 'advices'?

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'Advice' is an uncountable noun meaning guidance or recommendations. 'Advices' is incorrect.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.K.1B

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What does 'rather' mean in a sentence?

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'Rather' is used to express preference, indicating a choice between options.

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CCSS.L.3.1G

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What is the correct usage of 'ask' in a sentence?

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The verb 'ask' is used to request information or an answer.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.1D

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When do we use 'to' with places?

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We use 'to' when indicating movement towards a place, e.g., 'I went to Paris.'

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CCSS.L.1.1I

CCSS.L.K.1E

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What is an adjective?

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An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun.

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CCSS.L.1.1F

CCSS.L.2.1E

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What is the purpose of a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences, e.g., 'and', 'but', 'or'.

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CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

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What is the difference between 'who' and 'whom'?

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'Who' is used as a subject, while 'whom' is used as an object in a sentence.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.4.1A

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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.

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CCSS.L.1.1E

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.K.1B

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What is the function of an article in a sentence?

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An article defines a noun as specific or unspecific, e.g., 'the' (specific) or 'a' (unspecific).

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CCSS.L.1.1H