Revising and Editing Test

Revising and Editing Test

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English

9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a compound sentence?

Back

A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (e.g., and, but, or). Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a coordinating conjunction?

Back

A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects two independent clauses or words of equal importance. The main coordinating conjunctions are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so (FANBOYS).

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a comma splice?

Back

A comma splice is an error that occurs when two independent clauses are joined with just a comma without a coordinating conjunction. Example: 'I love to read, I have many books.'

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of a semicolon?

Back

A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list. Example: 'I have a big test tomorrow; I can't go out tonight.'

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an independent clause?

Back

An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'She enjoys playing soccer.'

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a dependent clause?

Back

A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought. It cannot stand alone. Example: 'Although she was tired.'

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the function of a transition word?

Back

Transition words are used to connect ideas and help the flow of writing. They indicate relationships between sentences or paragraphs, such as addition, contrast, or cause and effect.

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