Week 2: Grammar and Sentence Structure Flashcard

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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'.

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Define a dependent clause.

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

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What is the purpose of a semicolon?

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A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list.

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Explain the difference between 'who' and 'whom'.

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'Who' is used as a subject, while 'whom' is used as an object in a sentence.

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What is subject-verb agreement?

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

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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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Define a fragment in grammar.

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A fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought and is not a complete sentence.

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What is the function of an adjective?

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An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun.

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What is the role of an adverb in a sentence?

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An adverb modifies a verb, an adjective, or another adverb, often indicating manner, time, place, or degree.

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What is the difference between active and passive voice?

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In active voice, the subject performs the action, while in passive voice, the subject receives the action.