Language Arts Smackdown

Front

What is the correct way to write the pronoun 'I'?

Back

Always capitalize 'I' when used as a pronoun.

Front

How should titles of songs be punctuated?

Back

Titles of songs should be enclosed in quotation marks, e.g., "Who Let the Dogs Out?".

Front

What is the correct way to punctuate a newspaper title?

Back

Newspaper titles should be italicized, e.g., *L.A. Times*.

Front

Does plagiarism apply to all subjects?

Back

Yes, plagiarism rules apply to all subjects.

Front

How should book titles be punctuated?

Back

Book titles should be italicized, e.g., *The Giver*.

Front

What is the purpose of punctuation in writing?

Back

Punctuation helps clarify meaning and indicates pauses or stops in sentences.

Front

What is a common rule for using commas?

Back

Use commas to separate items in a list.

Front

What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

Back

A simile compares two things using 'like' or 'as', while a metaphor states one thing is another.

Front

What is the definition of a thesis statement?

Back

A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

Front

What is the purpose of a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence introduces the main idea of a paragraph.