7th Grade Grammar Review

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought. It can stand alone as a sentence.

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What is a compound-complex sentence?

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A compound-complex sentence is a sentence that has at least two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause.

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What does a semicolon connect?

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A semicolon connects two independent clauses that are closely related in idea.

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How do you revise a sentence with a conjunction?

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When revising a sentence with a conjunction, ensure proper punctuation, such as replacing a comma with a semicolon if necessary.

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What is subject-verb agreement?

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Subject-verb agreement means that the subject and verb in a sentence must agree in number (singular or plural).

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought. It cannot stand alone as a sentence.

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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 consists of two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction or a semicolon.

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses. Examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without proper punctuation or conjunction.