simple, compound, complex
what is a simple sentence?
A sentence with one independent clause
Dependent or Intendent?
While Danny runs
Dependent
what is it called when you say something is like something else and the words 'like’ and 'as’ are used?
Simile
what do compare and contrast transition words do?
show similarities and differences between things or ideas
What is a compound sentence?
a sentence that contains two or more independent clauses
Which clause type is a complete thought?
Independent
what is it called when you say something is something else but the words 'like’ and 'as’ are not used?
Metaphor
What is chronological order?
The order in which something happened/occured
what is a complex sentence?
A sentence that contains at least one dependent clause and one independent clause
Dependent of Independent?
Josh is happy
Independent
what is it called when words used to create vivid imagery and deeper meaning, adding colour and emphasis to writing?
Figurative Speech
Do transition words go at the beginning, middle, or end of the sentence?
They can go in all three
what is used to connect the independent clauses in a compound sentence?
a fanboy or semicolon
Which clause uses an AAAWWUBBIS?
Dependent
Simile or Metaphor?
As fast as a Cheetah
Simile (uses like or as)
What does a cause and effect transition word do?
show the cause/effect relationship of an action
which sentence type uses an AAAWWUBBIS?
Complex sentences
How many causes are in this sentence?
Although Lewis was late, Jamie was excited for class, and he knew it would be a good day.
3
Simile or Metaphor?
My class is a gift
Metaphor (does not use like or as)
name 3 transition words
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