5th Grade 2nd 9 Weeks Study Flashcard

Front

Which word is spelled correctly?

Back

cougar

Front

What does the adage, 'An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,' mean?

Back

It’s easier to stop something from happening than to repair the damage after it’s done.

Front

What is the contraction for she + will?

Back

she’ll

Front

What is the contraction for he + has?

Back

he’s

Front

What does erupted mean?

Back

exploded

Front

Define 'contraction' in grammar.

Back

A contraction is a shortened form of a word or group of words, created by omitting certain letters or sounds.

Front

What is the meaning of 'adage'?

Back

An adage is a proverb or short statement expressing a general truth.

Front

What is the purpose of using contractions in writing?

Back

Contractions make writing more informal and conversational.

Front

Provide an example of a contraction using 'they' and 'are'.

Back

they’re

Front

What does it mean to 'erupt' in a scientific context?

Back

To erupt means to burst forth suddenly and violently, often used in reference to volcanoes.