Definitions Flashcards
1
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Independent clause
A
It can stand alone
It expresses a complete thought
2
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Dependent clause
A
It does not express a complete thought
It can’t express a complete thought
3
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Subordinate conjunction
A
Joins a dependent clause to an independent clause
4
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Sentence
A
Is a sentence with a subject and predicate
5
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Simple subject
A
Is the single main word in the complete sentence
Usually a noun or pronoun
6
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Simple predicate
A
Is the verb or the main action in the predicate
7
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Grammar
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Is the structure of a language, meaning it is the study of how words are put together to create meaning and order
8
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Compound
A
Two or more
