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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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 such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'. Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between 'affect' and 'effect'?
Back
'Affect' is a verb meaning to influence something, while 'effect' is a noun that refers to the result of a change. Example: 'The weather can affect your mood.' vs. 'The effect of the weather on your mood can be significant.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a dependent clause?
Back
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. Example: 'Although it was raining...'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a comma splice?
Back
A comma splice occurs when two independent clauses are joined by a comma without a coordinating conjunction. Example: 'I love to read, I have many books.' This should be corrected by using a conjunction or a semicolon.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of a semicolon?
Back
A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list. Example: 'I have a big test tomorrow; I can't go out tonight.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is subject-verb agreement?
Back
Subject-verb agreement means that the subject and verb in a sentence must agree in number. Example: 'She runs every day.' (singular) vs. 'They run every day.' (plural)
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an oxford comma?
Back
The Oxford comma, also known as the serial comma, is the final comma in a list of items, placed before 'and' or 'or'. Example: 'I love apples, bananas, and oranges.' It clarifies the separation of items.
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