What is the simple subject and simple predicate in the sentence The old dog loafs by the fire
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A simple subject is what or whom the sentence is about, the main noun. A simple predicate is the action the subject is doing in the sentence, a verb. These are simple, not associated with the compound subject or compound predicate, which are inverse to these. SO:
Sentence: The old dogloafs by the fire.
Simple subject:dog
Simple predicate: loafs
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A split infinitive is an infinitive that
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A split infinitive is a verb that has a word (usually an adverb) between "to" and the main verb.
Examples:
We like to often travel together.
He seemed to really enjoy the trip.
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Why is mastery over sentence structure important
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It offers you greater control over language, and your ability to
control usage gives you strength as a writer. =]
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In what way does sentence emphasis and variety contribute to good writing
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A variety of sentence patterns can alleviate choppy writing that
halts and stops, create a more dynamic flow, and pique the reader's
interest. =]
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In the question How can you fix a car is how an adverb
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An adverb is a word which modifies a verb, such as: She
haltingly spoke of her experience. In this sentence, the word
"haltingly" is the adverb. In the sentence you provided, "How" is
not an adverb.
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Is state of the art hyphenated
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The phrase "state of the art" should be hyphenated when it is
used as an adjective, e.g.: : "This machine is an example of
state-of-the-art technology", but not when used as a noun as in the
following sentence: : "The state of the art in this field is mostly
related to the X technology".
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What is a awkward modifier
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An awkward modifier is a modifier that interrupts the flow of
the sentence. =]
A modifier that interrupts the flow of the sentence
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Which of the following is the best definition of the term hamartia as it relates to tragedy
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A tragic flaw
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Which of the following is the best definition for the term independent clause
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A clause that can stand alone as a sentence
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What is the adverb in the sentence Thereafter he looked both ways when crossing the road
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The adverb in your sentence is 'thereafter'.
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What is the Best defines television genres
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A classification that helps define television shows into different groups
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What is the simple subject and simple predicate in the sentence The old dog loafs by the fire
A simple subject is what or whom the sentence is about, the main noun. A simple predicate is the action the subject is doing in the sentence, a verb. These are simple, not associated with the compound subject or compound predicate, which are inverse to these. SO:
Sentence: The old dogloafs by the fire.
Simple subject:dog
Simple predicate: loafs
A split infinitive is an infinitive that
A split infinitive is a verb that has a word (usually an adverb) between "to" and the main verb.
Examples:
We like to often travel together.
He seemed to really enjoy the trip.
Why is mastery over sentence structure important
It offers you greater control over language, and your ability to
control usage gives you strength as a writer. =]
In what way does sentence emphasis and variety contribute to good writing
A variety of sentence patterns can alleviate choppy writing that
halts and stops, create a more dynamic flow, and pique the reader's
interest. =]
In the question How can you fix a car is how an adverb
An adverb is a word which modifies a verb, such as: She
haltingly spoke of her experience. In this sentence, the word
"haltingly" is the adverb. In the sentence you provided, "How" is
not an adverb.
Is state of the art hyphenated
The phrase "state of the art" should be hyphenated when it is
used as an adjective, e.g.: : "This machine is an example of
state-of-the-art technology", but not when used as a noun as in the
following sentence: : "The state of the art in this field is mostly
related to the X technology".
What is a awkward modifier
An awkward modifier is a modifier that interrupts the flow of
the sentence. =]
A modifier that interrupts the flow of the sentence
Which of the following is the best definition of the term hamartia as it relates to tragedy
A tragic flaw
Which of the following is the best definition for the term independent clause
A clause that can stand alone as a sentence
What is the adverb in the sentence Thereafter he looked both ways when crossing the road
The adverb in your sentence is 'thereafter'.
What is the Best defines television genres
A classification that helps define television shows into different groups