Parts of Speech

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What is a noun?

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A noun is a person, place, thing, or idea.

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What is a verb?

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A verb is a word that shows action or links two parts of a sentence.

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What is an adjective?

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An adjective is a word that describes a noun. It usually comes before the noun.

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What is an adverb?

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An adverb is a word that describes verbs and adjectives. It usually ends in -ly and tells where, when, or how.

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Give examples of adjectives.

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Examples of adjectives include pretty, friendly, kind, messy, four, few, purple, and several.

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What is the function of a noun in a sentence?

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A noun serves as the subject or object in a sentence.

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What is the function of a verb in a sentence?

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A verb expresses an action or a state of being.

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How do adjectives enhance sentences?

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Adjectives enhance sentences by providing more detail about nouns.

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How do adverbs enhance sentences?

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Adverbs enhance sentences by providing more detail about verbs or adjectives.

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What is a pronoun?

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A pronoun is a word that takes the place of a noun.