ACT Grammar Review

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What is the purpose of commas in a sentence?

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Commas add pauses in a sentence, allowing readers to take short breaks while reading.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a complete sentence that expresses a complete thought.

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What does redundancy in writing refer to?

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Redundancy refers to unnecessary repetition of ideas or information in writing.

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How can clarity be improved in writing?

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Clarity can be improved by eliminating ambiguous language and ensuring that ideas are expressed clearly.

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What is the correct punctuation for non-restrictive clauses?

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Non-restrictive clauses should be set off by commas.

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What is the difference between a complete sentence and a fragment?

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A complete sentence contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought, while a fragment does not.

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What is the role of conjunctions in sentences?

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Conjunctions connect words, phrases, or clauses within a sentence.

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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 proper punctuation or conjunction.

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What is the function of a semicolon?

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A semicolon connects closely related independent clauses and can also separate items in a complex list.

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What is the importance of subject-verb agreement?

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Subject-verb agreement ensures that the subject and verb in a sentence match in number (singular or plural).