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Traditionally in this type of sentence, "as" was considered a subordinating conjunction, introducing the partially implied clause, "flint [is sharp]". This matters in practice predominantly when the word "flint" in the given sentence instead is a pronoun: One should write "as old as I" rather than "as old as me". The latter is now used in practice except in very formal contexts (perhaps including language class?).
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Which is the best way to combine the sentence The tone of the speech was sternThe speaker called for hard work and determination?
The tone of the speech, which was stern, conveyed a message calling for hard work and determination.
What is a hard consonant?
A hard consonant is a consonant sound that is produced with a relatively high degree of tension in the speech organs, such as /t/, /k/, and /p/. These sounds are characterized by a distinct, sharp articulation.
Can you give a sentence using the word slap?
Never slap animals,love and take care of them if you have one.
What is a sentence for rambling?
Why must you keep rambling on?He was always rambling.
What are-Direct and indirect speech?
Direct speech is when the exact words spoken by a person are repeated within quotation marks, while indirect speech is when the meaning of what someone said is reported without using their exact words. In direct speech, the speaker's words are presented as they were spoken, whereas in indirect speech, the reporting verb and tense might change based on the context.
Embedding Quotations?
Embedding quotations is essential for you to scrape up marks. For example, if you were embedding the quotation 'hard and sharp as flint' from A Christmas Carol [Charles Dickens] you may say, 'For example, Scrooge is described as being 'hard and sharp as flint' by the narrator. We've put it in the middle of a sentence.
What is a flint-bladed sickle?
A flint-bladed sickle is a cutting tool used in prehistoric times for harvesting crops. The blade of the sickle is made of flint, a type of hard, sharp sedimentary rock, which provided the cutting edge needed for farming activities.
Is the flint rock very hard?
Yes, slithers of which, when broken from a bigger lump (known as 'knapping') have sharp cutting edges.
What part of speech is hard in the sentence why are illegal harvesters so hard to track?
In the sentence "hard" is an adjective modifying the noun "harvesters."
Is flint soft?
Flint is a very hard rock and forms very sharp glassy flakes when hit with another flint. Flint was used to make knife blades by early man and is the ancient remains of sea sponges and are found in layers in chalk. Flint was also used to generate a spark in tinder boxes(a predecessor to matches) and to ignite gunpowder in early firearms.
What can flint be used for?
Flint can be used to create sparks for fire starting, as it is a hard stone that produces a spark when struck against steel. It has also been used historically to create sharp tools and weapons, due to its ability to chip off in sharp pieces when fractured. Additionally, some modern survivalists and outdoor enthusiasts use flint to start fires in emergency situations.
What does hard and sharp as flint suggest?
it means that the person is really serious about things and doesnt care what other people think. he is strong and nobody dares to com close to him
What part of speech is can in the sentence The twins can give their teachers a hard time?
An auxiliary verb.
Make a sentence with the word impromptu?
My sentence would be: At school we had to do an impromptu speech which was pretty hard to do but it was worth all the effort!
What are flint tools?
Flint is a very rigid stone which will often shatter in flakes when struck. Depending on how the flint is hit, it's possible to get the flakes to shatter with fairly sharp edges, often suitable for tools like knives or axes.
Which is the best way to combine the sentence The tone of the speech was sternThe speaker called for hard work and determination?
The tone of the speech, which was stern, conveyed a message calling for hard work and determination.
Is flint igneous or sedimentary?
Flint is a hard, sedimentary cryptocrystalline form of the mineral quartz.
