Exploring Words and Language Rules

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction is a word that connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, indicating a relationship between the two.

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Which word should be capitalized in a sentence?

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The first word of a sentence and proper nouns like 'Monday' should be capitalized.

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What is a descriptive adjective?

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A descriptive adjective is a word that describes a noun by providing more information about its qualities, such as 'happy' in 'the happy dog'.

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What does the prefix 'com-' mean?

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The prefix 'com-' means 'together' or 'with', as in 'combine'.

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What is a superlative adjective?

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A superlative adjective describes the highest degree of something, such as 'tallest' or 'smartest'.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or independent clauses of equal importance, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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What is a correlative conjunction?

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Correlative conjunctions are pairs of conjunctions that work together, such as 'either...or', 'neither...nor', and 'not only...but also'.

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What is the purpose of an adjective?

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An adjective modifies a noun or pronoun by providing additional information about it, such as color, size, or quality.

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What is a comparative adjective?

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A comparative adjective compares two nouns, often ending in '-er' or using 'more', such as 'taller' or 'more beautiful'.

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What is a proper noun?

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A proper noun is a specific name for a particular person, place, or organization, and it is always capitalized, like 'Sarah' or 'Paris'.