Language Arts Rotation Test

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What is the correct way to punctuate direct speech?

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The correct way to punctuate direct speech is to place a comma before the opening quotation marks. For example: Jane said, "I really want to eat Cheetos."

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What punctuation should be used to introduce a list?

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A colon (:) should be used to introduce a list. For example: John advises his clients: 'You can try several things to speed up your computer: add more RAM, run a memory-cleaning application, check the antivirus software, and delete any unnecessary auto-start programs.'

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What does FANBOYS stand for?

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FANBOYS is an acronym for the coordinating conjunctions: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

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What does 'furtive' mean?

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Furtive means attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble.

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What does 'conspicuous' mean?

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Conspicuous means standing out so as to be clearly visible; attracting notice or attention.

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How do you identify a coordinating conjunction in a sentence?

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Coordinating conjunctions can be identified as words that connect two independent clauses or items in a list. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or'.

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What is the purpose of using quotation marks in writing?

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Quotation marks are used to indicate direct speech, quotations, or titles of short works.

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What is the difference between a colon and a semicolon?

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A colon (:) is used to introduce a list or explanation, while a semicolon (;) is used to connect closely related independent clauses.

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What is an example of a sentence using a coordinating conjunction?

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An example of a sentence using a coordinating conjunction is: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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What is the function of a comma in a sentence?

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A comma is used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, to separate items in a list, or to set off introductory elements.