AAAWWUBBIS: POP Practice

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What does AAAWWUBBIS stand for?

Back

AAAWWUBBIS is an acronym for a group of subordinating conjunctions: Although, After, As, When, While, Until, Because, Before, If, Since.

Front

What is a subordinating conjunction?

Back

A subordinating conjunction is a word that connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, indicating a relationship between the two.

Front

Which of the following is NOT an AAAWWUBBIS word?

Back

Should.

Front

Correct the sentence: 'As the bird was singing the cat was prepared to pounce.'

Back

As the bird was singing, the cat prepared to pounce.

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What punctuation is needed in the sentence: 'Since Charlie hates flying on planes he will take the train.'?

Back

A comma is needed after 'planes': 'Since Charlie hates flying on planes, he will take the train.'

Front

Identify the correct form: 'You can get an "A" in this class if you work really hard!'

Back

The correct form is: 'You can get an "A" in this class if you work really hard.'

Front

What is the purpose of using commas in complex sentences?

Back

Commas are used to separate clauses and clarify the meaning of the sentence.

Front

Correct the sentence: 'Because I failed the exam I must go to tutoring.'

Back

The correct form is: 'Because I failed the exam, I must go to tutoring.'

Front

What is the effect of using AAAWWUBBIS words in a sentence?

Back

They help to create complex sentences that show relationships between ideas.

Front

Provide an example of a sentence using 'Although'.

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Although it was raining, we decided to go for a walk.