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What is the main idea of a paragraph?

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The main idea of a paragraph is the central point or concept that the paragraph discusses, often summarized in a single sentence.

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What is a non-essential sentence in a paragraph?

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A non-essential sentence is one that does not contribute to the main idea or flow of the paragraph and can be removed without losing the overall meaning.

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What is the purpose of using commas in sentences?

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Commas are used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, separate items in a list, or clarify meaning by grouping words.

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How can two sentences be effectively combined?

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Two sentences can be effectively combined by using conjunctions, relative pronouns, or restructuring the sentences to create a compound or complex sentence.

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses, sentences, or words, such as 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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What is the difference between a possessive noun and a plural noun?

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A possessive noun shows ownership (e.g., 'monkey's' indicates something belonging to one monkey), while a plural noun indicates more than one (e.g., 'monkeys' refers to multiple monkeys).

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What is the role of context in understanding a paragraph?

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Context provides background information and circumstances that help clarify the meaning of the text, making it easier to understand the main idea and supporting details.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction or a semicolon.

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence is a sentence that contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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How do you identify the main idea in a text?

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To identify the main idea, look for the topic sentence, which often summarizes the paragraph, and consider the supporting details that elaborate on that idea.