Phrases Flashcards
1
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What is Parenthetical Remark?
A
Explains or qualifies something.
2
Q
What is an Adverbial Phrase?
A
Simply two or more words that act like an adverb; it can modify a verb, adverb, or adjective and can tell “how”, “where”, “why”, or “when”.
3
Q
What is an Idiom?
A
A metaphorical phrase which has a specific, well-known meaning, but the meaning does not explicitly link to the meanings of the individual words.
4
Q
What is a Pun?
A
A joke which exploits the different possible meanings of a word.
5
Q
What is a Noun Phrase?
A
A small group of words which contains a noun and other words to describe it (such as adjectives) but does not contain a verb.
6
Q
What is a Cliche?
A
A phrase or opinion that is overused and portrays a lack of original thought.
