Double Negative

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What is a double negative?

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A double negative occurs when two negative words are used in the same sentence, which can create confusion or change the meaning.

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Is the sentence 'We shouldn't never go across that river' correct?

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No, it is incorrect because it uses a double negative.

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What is the correct version of 'You can't see no one in this crowd'?

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The correct version is 'You can't see anyone in this crowd.'

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Is the sentence 'He won't not give up until he finishes the race' correct?

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No, it is incorrect because it uses a double negative.

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Is 'Not no one came to class' a double negative?

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Yes, it is a double negative.

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What does 'not' mean in a sentence?

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'Not' is used to make a verb negative, indicating the opposite of the action.

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CCSS.L.1.1J

CCSS.L.2.1F

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What does 'no one' mean?

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'No one' refers to not a single person.

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Can two negatives make a positive in English?

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In standard English, two negatives do not make a positive; they often create confusion.

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CCSS.L.1.1J

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What is an example of a correct negative sentence?

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An example is 'I don't want to drive all night.'

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CCSS.L.1.1J

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.4.1C

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What is the effect of using double negatives in a sentence?

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Using double negatives can lead to misunderstanding and make the sentence unclear.