Grammar Practice: (8th Grade ELA) Sentences & Punctuation

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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a parenthesis?
Back
A parenthesis is a punctuation mark used to enclose additional information or an explanation within a sentence, typically indicated by round brackets ( ).
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you correctly use parentheses in a sentence?
Back
Parentheses should enclose information that is not essential to the main point of the sentence. Example: The author (who was born in Texas) writes historical fiction.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a complex sentence?
Back
A complex sentence contains an independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: Because Maria wanted to do well on the test, she studied all night.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a conjunctive adverb?
Back
A conjunctive adverb is a word that connects two independent clauses and shows the relationship between them. Examples include 'however', 'therefore', and 'instead'.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you correctly use a semicolon with a conjunctive adverb?
Back
A semicolon should be placed before the conjunctive adverb and a comma should follow it. Example: I wanted to go; instead, I stayed home.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a compound sentence?
Back
A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so). Example: The play was funny, but it also had a serious message.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a nonrestrictive clause?
Back
A nonrestrictive clause provides additional information that can be omitted without changing the meaning of the sentence. It is usually set off by commas. Example: The book, which I borrowed from the library, is new.
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