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1
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Can a sentence end with a preposition?

A

Yes

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2
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Can a sentence with many independent clauses be separated?

A

Yes

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3
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When sentences with many independent clauses are separated, can the new sentence begin with “and” “but” “or” “nor” “so” or “so then”?

A

Yes

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4
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What is an infinitive?

A

To + a verb

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Can an infinitive be split to convey a special emphasis?

A

Yes

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“What’s all the fuss about?” is a question that ends with a ________?

A

Preposition

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“That’s a rule we can live with,” is a sentence that ends with a __________?

A

Preposition

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What is a split infinitive?

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An infinitive with an extra word inserted between “to” and the verb

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