Engl 8 Grammar Review for Q1 Exam 2019

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What is a verb?

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A verb is a word that describes an action, occurrence, or state of being. Examples include 'run', 'is', and 'help'.

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What is the subject of a sentence?

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The subject of a sentence is the person, place, thing, or idea that is doing or being something. It tells us who or what the sentence is about.

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Identify the subject in the sentence: 'The lynx can easily cross boulders.'

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The subject is 'lynx'.

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What is the difference between singular and plural verbs?

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Singular verbs are used with singular subjects (e.g., 'he runs'), while plural verbs are used with plural subjects (e.g., 'they run').

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Choose the correct verb: 'The audience ______ silent during the lecture.'

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The correct verb is 'was'.

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What is a complete sentence?

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A complete sentence must have a subject and a verb and express a complete thought. For example, 'The cat sleeps.'

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What is a compound subject?

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A compound subject consists of two or more subjects that share the same verb. For example, 'Annette and James help with the equipment.'

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Identify the subject in the sentence: 'One very common wildcat in North America is the bobcat.'

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The subject is 'wildcat'.

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What is the role of a verb in a sentence?

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The verb expresses the action or state of being of the subject. It tells what the subject does or is.

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Choose the correct verb: 'The siding on both of those houses ______ to be painted.'

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The correct verb is 'needs'.