Roots
The root word and prefix "pre-" most nearly means
First/Before
What is the subject of a sentence?
The main focus, or actor, of the clause (sentence)
What is an adjective?
A word that modifies or alters a noun, usually by describing its qualities.
How many syllables are in "Hallelujah"?
Four (4)
What is the first sentence of a paragraph usually called?
The topic sentence.
The root and suffix "-ology" most nearly means _____
The study of.
What is a "predicate"?
The main action or event of a sentence
What does a conjunction do?
six (6)
What is the final part of an essay always called?
The Conclusion
The root word "psych" most nearly means or relates to what?
The mind
What is an "object" in a sentence?
The noun or thing that is having action happen to it/ receive the action of the verb.
What is a clause?
A complete idea formed with a subject and predicate.
Are read, as in "I want to read.", and read, as in "I have read that.", homophones or homographs.
What is the main part of any essay that includes details, facts, or arguments?
The body paragraph(s)
What is the origin language of the root "aqua"?
Latin
What is the preposition in this sentence?
The cookies smelled amazing.
"smelled amazing" or "smelled"
What is the name of a part of speech that interrupts or shows strong emotion in phrases like "Wow!" or "Boo!"
Interjections
What should you always add to an adjective to turn it into an adverb?
"-ily" or "-ly"
What is at least one term for the main focusing sentence of an essay that describes what it will be about?
Topic Sentence or Thesis
The root word "dent" most nearly refers to or means
Teeth
What part of this sentence is the "prepositional phrase" that is also acting as an adjective?
That dog over there needs to be tased.
"over there" is acting as an adjective to modify "that dog"
What is the name of the type of word that modifies or alters actions and verbs?
Adverb
How many syllables are in "Nondenominational"
Seven (7)
What is the name for the page where all your sources are cited? (in MLA format)
Works Cited Page