Unit 2 Grammar Flashcard

Front

What is the correct punctuation for the sentence: 'I like cheese but not as much as Mrs. Dettmann likes chocolate.'?

Back

I like cheese, but not as much as Mrs. Dettmann likes chocolate.

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How can you combine these sentences: 'The students in 5th grade were happy.' and 'The announcement was that there was no homework.'?

Back

The happy 5th graders cheered as the teacher announced that there was no homework.

Front

What is the correct way to write the title of a song?

Back

"Can't Stop the Feeling"

Front

What is the correct way to write the title of a short story?

Back

"A Sound of Thunder"

Front

Which sentence is punctuated correctly: 'In the text it states “more and more people are switching to wind power.”'?

Back

In the text it states, “more and more people are switching to wind power.”

Front

What is the purpose of using commas in a sentence?

Back

Commas are used to separate items in a list, to set off introductory elements, and to separate independent clauses.

Front

What is a compound sentence?

Back

A compound sentence is made up of two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

Front

What is the function of quotation marks in writing?

Back

Quotation marks are used to indicate direct speech or to highlight a specific phrase.

Front

What is the difference between a title of a book and a title of a song in terms of formatting?

Back

Book titles are usually italicized or underlined, while song titles are placed in quotation marks.

Front

What is an independent clause?

Back

An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it expresses a complete thought.