Commas, Clauses and Phrases
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English
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a non-essential adjective clause?
Back
A non-essential adjective clause is a group of words that describes a noun and can be removed from the sentence without changing its meaning. It is usually set off by commas.
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CCSS.L.2.1E
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Provide an example of a properly punctuated non-essential adjective clause.
Back
"My brother, who is a chef, makes dinner every Sunday."
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CCSS.L.2.1E
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an adverbial clause?
Back
An adverbial clause is a group of words that functions as an adverb, providing information about when, where, why, how, or to what extent something happens.
Tags
CCSS.L.3.1G
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Provide an example of an adverbial clause.
Back
"I will call you when I arrive."
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CCSS.L.3.1G
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a prepositional phrase?
Back
A prepositional phrase is a group of words that begins with a preposition and ends with a noun or pronoun, providing additional information about time, location, or direction.
Tags
CCSS.L.4.1E
CCSS.L.7.1A
CCSS.L.9-10.1B
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Provide an example of a prepositional phrase.
Back
"under the table"
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CCSS.L.4.1E
CCSS.L.7.1A
CCSS.L.9-10.1B
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of commas in a sentence?
Back
Commas are used to separate items in a list, set off non-essential clauses, and clarify meaning by indicating pauses.
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CCSS.L.1.2C
CCSS.L.5.2A
CCSS.L.7.2A
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