Elements of Style Final Flashcard

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What is the correct possessive singular of Charles?

Back

Charles's

Front

Which is the correct usage? Mr. Baldwin said, "My class is _______ like Ms. Rummel's class."

Back

something

Front

_____ means "result", while _____ means "to influence."

Back

Effect, affect

Front

Which is the correct usage? Mr. Baldwin said, "I _____ care less"

Back

could not

Front

Which is the correct usage? Mr. Baldwin said, "____, you can use your notes for the quiz."

Back

All right

Front

What is the difference between 'affect' and 'effect'?

Back

'Affect' is a verb meaning to influence, while 'effect' is a noun meaning a result.

Front

What does 'could not care less' mean?

Back

It means that someone does not care at all.

Front

What is the correct spelling of the word meaning 'to agree'?

Back

Alright (though 'All right' is also acceptable in formal writing).

Front

What is the rule for forming possessives for singular nouns ending in 's'?

Back

Add 's' to the end of the noun (e.g., Charles's).

Front

What is the correct usage of 'kind of' in a sentence?

Back

It is used to indicate a type or category.