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In the morning, i like to run.
In the morning, I like to run.
Is this a phrase or a clause?
during class
phrase
Drew is afraid Bridget will say no if he asks her out. He works up his courage and calls her.
internal
This is a comparison between two things using the words "like" or "as"
simile
Known as the "Valley of the Sun," this metropolitan area is the 5th largest city in the United States.
Phoenix
Their going to the movies after school.
They're going to the movies after school.
This is a phrase or a clause?
because Taylor rode her bike
clause
A group of picnickers struggle to salvage their lunch during a big rainstorm.
external
An intentional over-exaggeration in order to make a point.
hyperbole
What city has all the same sports team colors?
Pittsburgh
He did not enjoy the food but, she thought it was her favorite meal ever.
He did not enjoy the food, but she thought it was her favorite meal ever.
Is this a dependent or independent clause?
Jordan ran the 200 meter dash
independent
A flood threatens the town where Rebecca lives.
external
A small saying that means one thing literally, but really is meant to mean something else figuratively. Example: "cutting corners"
idiom
An epic science-fiction space-opera, the latest entry in this franchise is titled Andor.
Star Wars
I have a big test tomorrow I can’t go out.
I have a big test tomorrow, so I cant go out.
In the following sentence, identify the subordinating conjunction.
Even though it was raining, Susan wanted to go for a walk.
even though
Andrea is angry when she learns that a worker who was just hired has been promoted and will be making a lot more money.
internal
The central message of a fictional story; the main point an author is attempting to make about their subject.
theme
This Shakespeare classic is about two young and doomed "star-crossed" lovers.
Romeo and Juliet
She gathered firewood he setup the tent.
She gathered firewood; he setup the tent.
In the following sentence, identify the dependent clause. Include the subordinating conjunction.
The game went into overtime because Edward made an amazing play, but his team ultimately lost.
because Edward made an amazing play
Michael tried to protect his home from being affected by the hurricane that was on its way. But the wind caused a tree to slam into his house, crashing into one of the bedrooms.
external
Identify the following type of figurative language:
Muhammad Ali was Achilles reincarnated. No one was bigger, faster, and stronger than him, and all respected him as the best.
metaphor
Known for having three eras called "Old", "Middle", and "Modern", speakers of this language are called "anglophones".
English