Double Words: That That | Conjunction, Determiner, Pronoun, or Adverb?

Double Words: That That | Conjunction, Determiner, Pronoun, or Adverb?

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English, Other

11th Grade - University

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The video tutorial explores the concept of double words, focusing on the double 'that'. It explains how double 'that' functions in sentences, often involving a subordinating conjunction and a demonstrative adjective, pronoun, or adverb. Examples are provided to illustrate these uses, and suggestions are given for rewriting sentences to avoid awkwardness. The tutorial also covers the use of double 'that' as an adverb, showing how it can indicate intensity or degree, and offers alternatives for sentence construction.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What are some alternative ways to express the idea in the sentence 'I think that that dress will not please everyone.'?

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In the example 'It is my opinion that that much plastic surgery didn't make her more attractive.', what role does the second 'that' play?

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