Week 16 Starter Flashcard

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What does the word 'scrutinize' mean?

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To examine something very carefully and in detail.

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What is a synonym for 'scrutinize'?

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Analyze.

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What does the word 'stint' mean in the context of limitations?

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A limitation of supply or effort.

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What is an antonym for the word 'vex'?

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Comfort.

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What is the difference between a phrase and a clause?

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A phrase is a group of words that does not contain a subject-verb pair, while a clause does.

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What is an independent clause?

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A clause that can stand alone as a complete sentence.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A clause that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as.'

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What is a hyperbole?

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An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally.

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What is personification?

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Attributing human characteristics to non-human entities.