Mastering Language Skills Flashcard

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What are descriptive words?

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Descriptive words, also known as adjectives, are words that provide details about a noun, helping to create a vivid picture in the reader's mind.

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Give an example of a sentence using descriptive words effectively.

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The bright, colorful flower bloomed beautifully in the garden.

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What is subject-verb agreement?

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Subject-verb agreement means that the subject of a sentence and the verb must match in number (singular or plural).

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Identify the correct subject-verb agreement: 'The dog barks loudly at night.'

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This sentence correctly matches the singular subject 'dog' with the singular verb 'barks.'

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What is a misspelled word?

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A misspelled word is a word that is written incorrectly according to standard spelling rules.

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Identify the misspelled word in the sentence: 'The cat was very playfull and energetic.'

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The misspelled word is 'playfull.' The correct spelling is 'playful.'

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What is capitalization?

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Capitalization is the use of uppercase letters at the beginning of sentences, proper nouns, and titles.

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Select the sentence with correct capitalization: 'The President of the United States lives in the White House.'

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This sentence correctly capitalizes 'President,' 'United States,' and 'White House.'

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What are effective descriptive words?

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Effective descriptive words create a clear and vivid image, enhancing the reader's understanding and engagement.

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Give an example of a sentence that uses effective descriptive words.

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The big, fluffy dog ran quickly.