24.November.Mentor Sentence Flashcard

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What is a correctly written sentence?

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A correctly written sentence follows grammatical rules, including proper punctuation and capitalization. Example: "What's for lunch?" asked Brittany.

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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 appropriate punctuation or conjunctions. Example: "Mia went to the store Henry bought some groceries."

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How can you fix a run-on sentence?

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You can fix a run-on sentence by adding a coordinating conjunction, using a semicolon, or separating it into two or more sentences.

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What punctuation is needed in the sentence: "I'll be outside if you need to find me" she yelled at her mother?

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A comma is needed after 'me': "I'll be outside if you need to find me," she yelled at her mother.

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What is the best way to combine sentences?

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The best way to combine sentences is to use conjunctions or transitional phrases to clarify the relationship between the ideas. Example: "Because running a new country is expensive, Texas became deep in debt."

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects two independent clauses. Common examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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What is the purpose of punctuation in writing?

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Punctuation helps clarify meaning, indicate pauses, and separate ideas in writing. It is essential for proper sentence structure.

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

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A sentence fragment is an incomplete thought that cannot stand alone, while a complete sentence expresses a complete idea and contains a subject and a verb.

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What is the role of capitalization in sentences?

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Capitalization is used to indicate the beginning of a sentence, proper nouns, and titles, helping to clarify meaning and structure.

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What is an example of a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction. Example: "I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain."