Semester Exam MTI English 1

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences or coordinates words in the same clause. Examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay or research paper. It is typically found in the introduction.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses, usually joined by a conjunction.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

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The purpose of a thesis statement is to explain what your essay will be about and to guide the reader through your argument.

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What is subject-verb agreement?

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

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What is an independent clause?

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

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What is a dependent clause?

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

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What is the difference between 'and' and 'but'?

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'And' is used to add information, while 'but' is used to contrast information.

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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 appropriate punctuation or conjunction.

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What is a fragment?

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A fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought. It is often missing a subject or a verb.