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Mastering Commas and Sentence Structure - December

Mastering Commas and Sentence Structure - December

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English

7th Grade

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Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a simple sentence?

Back

A simple sentence consists of a single independent clause that has a subject and a predicate. Example: 'The cat slept on the mat.'

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are coordinate adjectives?

Back

Coordinate adjectives are adjectives that modify the same noun and are separated by a comma. Example: 'It was a long, tiring journey.'

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you correctly place phrases and clauses in a sentence?

Back

Phrases and clauses should be placed next to the words they modify to avoid confusion. Example: 'Running quickly, the athlete crossed the finish line.'

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an introductory phrase?

Back

An introductory phrase is a group of words that provides background information and is followed by a comma. Example: 'After the movie ended, we went out for ice cream.'

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a semicolon used for?

Back

A semicolon is used to separate two independent clauses that are closely related. Example: 'She loves to read; she visits the library often.'

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of commas in a sentence?

Back

Commas are used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, separate items in a list, or clarify meaning.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When should you use a comma before 'and'?

Back

A comma is used before 'and' when it connects two independent clauses. Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, and she wanted to stay home.'

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