Redundant Words and Phrases

Redundant Words and Phrases

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English

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10th Grade

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Practice Problem

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Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are redundant words or phrases?

Back

Redundant words or phrases are unnecessary or superfluous expressions that add no extra meaning or value to a sentence.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give examples of common redundant phrases in English.

Back

Examples include 'free gift,' 'added bonus,' 'end result,' 'past history,' and 'true fact.'

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why should we avoid redundant words in writing?

Back

To maintain clarity and conciseness in writing.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the redundant word in the phrase 'The bright sunshine is shining outside.'

Back

The word 'shining' is redundant.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the redundant phrase in 'The final outcome of the project was successful'?

Back

The word 'final' is redundant.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'free gift' imply?

Back

The term 'free gift' is redundant because a gift is inherently free.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the impact of redundancy on writing?

Back

Redundancy can make writing less clear and more verbose, confusing the reader.

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