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What is a dependent clause?

• A group of words that has both a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought. Example: 'Because I was tired.'

• A complete sentence that expresses a full idea.

• A phrase that contains no subject or verb.

• A type of independent clause that can stand alone.

What is a simple sentence?

• A simple sentence contains only one independent clause and no dependent clauses. Example: 'I like pizza.'

• A simple sentence contains multiple independent clauses and at least one dependent clause.

• A simple sentence is a complex sentence with additional phrases.

• A simple sentence is a sentence that asks a question.

What is the function of a semicolon?

• To connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list.

• To indicate a pause longer than a comma but shorter than a period.

• To separate two complete sentences without a conjunction.

• To introduce a list or a quote.

How do you combine two independent clauses?

• Using a subordinating conjunction

• Using a coordinating conjunction or a semicolon

• By separating them with a comma

• By using a period between them

What is an independent clause?

• A group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

• A phrase that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.

• A type of sentence that asks a question.

• A group of words that provides additional information about a noun.

What is the importance of clarity in writing?

• Clarity makes the writing more entertaining and engaging.

• Clarity ensures that the reader understands the message without confusion, making the writing more effective.

• Clarity is only important in academic writing, not in creative writing.

• Clarity helps in reducing the length of the writing.

What is a compound sentence?

• A sentence that contains only one independent clause.

• A sentence that consists of two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.

• A sentence that contains a dependent clause and an independent clause.

• A sentence that is a question.

What is the purpose of punctuation in complex sentences?

• Punctuation helps clarify the meaning of complex sentences, especially when separating independent and dependent clauses.

• Punctuation is used to make sentences longer and more complicated.

• Punctuation serves no real purpose in complex sentences.

• Punctuation is only necessary in simple sentences.

What is a fragment?

• A group of words that expresses a complete thought.

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

• A single word that stands alone as a complete thought.

• A type of punctuation used in sentences.

What is a comma splice?

• A grammatical error where two independent clauses are joined by a comma without a coordinating conjunction.

• A type of punctuation used to separate items in a list.

• A method of combining sentences using a semicolon.

• A technique for enhancing sentence variety by using dashes.