Double Negatives

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6th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a double negative?
Back
A double negative occurs when two forms of negation are used in the same sentence, which can create confusion or imply a positive meaning.
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CCSS.L.4.1C
CCSS.L.2.1F
CCSS.L.1.1J
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Provide an example of a double negative.
Back
"I don't need no help" is an example of a double negative, which implies that the speaker does need help.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the correct way to express the idea of 'not any' using a single negative?
Back
The correct way is to use 'any' instead of 'no' in sentences like 'There isn't any more snow tomorrow.'
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CCSS.L.4.1C
CCSS.L.2.1F
CCSS.L.1.1J
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can double negatives affect the meaning of a sentence?
Back
Double negatives can lead to ambiguity and may change the intended meaning, often making it sound like a positive.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between 'anybody' and 'nobody'?
Back
'Anybody' refers to any person, while 'nobody' refers to no person at all.
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CCSS.L.3.1A
CCSS.L.1.1D
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Rewrite the sentence 'I can't find my keys nowhere' correctly.
Back
The correct sentence is 'I can't find my keys anywhere.'
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the correct form of negation in the sentence 'There aren't no presents left to open'?
Back
The correct form is 'There aren't any presents left to open.'
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CCSS.L.4.1C
CCSS.L.2.1F
CCSS.L.1.1J
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