~Double Negatives~

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What is a double negative?

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A sentence with two negatives.

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What are double negatives used for?

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Songs, poems, or informal speeches.

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Give an example of a double negative.

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I ain't got time for no one.

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Choose the correct example of a double negative: 'you can't see no one in this crowd.' or 'I can't see anyone in this crowd.'

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You can't see no one in this crowd.

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Which double negative shows up positive: 'I can't find my keys nowhere' or 'I don't know no one here'?

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I can't find my keys nowhere.

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What is the effect of using a double negative in a sentence?

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It can create confusion or imply a positive meaning.

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Is 'I don't need no help' a double negative?

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Yes, it is a double negative.

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What is the standard English correction for 'I can't find no one'?

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I can't find anyone.

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Why are double negatives often used in informal speech?

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They reflect regional dialects and cultural expressions.

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What is a common misconception about double negatives?

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That they always create a positive meaning.