Q2 Grammar QUIZ Set Flashcards
This is to help my 8th grade students prepare for the Q2 grammar quiz.
When should you use a comma to separate items in a series?
Use commas to separate three or more items in a list to improve readability.
Example: “I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.”
Where should you place a comma when connecting two independent clauses with a conjunction?
Place a comma before the coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) that connects two independent clauses.
Example: “She wanted to go for a walk, but it was raining.”
How are commas used after introductory words or phrases?
Use a comma after introductory words, phrases, or clauses to separate them from the main clause.
Example: “After the movie, we went to dinner.”
What is the Oxford comma, and when is it used?
The Oxford comma is the comma placed before the conjunction in a list of three or more items. It is used to avoid ambiguity.
Example: “My favorite colors are red, white, and blue.”
Should you use a comma before the word “and” in a simple list?
Yes, using a comma before “and” in a list of three or more items (the Oxford comma) is recommended to prevent misreading.
Example: “We need to buy eggs, milk, and bread.”
When should you not use a comma between clauses?
Do not use a comma between clauses if they are not independent or if they are connected without a conjunction.
Incorrect: “She enjoys reading, and watching movies.”
Correct: “She enjoys reading and watching movies.”
When is it appropriate to use a semicolon between two independent clauses?
Use a semicolon to connect two closely related independent clauses without a coordinating conjunction.
Example: “It was late; we decided to go home.”
How do semicolons work with conjunctive adverbs?
Place a semicolon before and a comma after conjunctive adverbs (however, therefore, consequently) when connecting two independent clauses.
Example: “She didn’t see the step; therefore, she fell.”
Can you use a semicolon in a complex list?
Yes, use semicolons to separate items in a complex list when the items themselves contain commas.
Example: “We visited Albany, New York; Trenton, New Jersey; and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.”
Should you capitalize the first word after a semicolon?
No, do not capitalize the first word after a semicolon unless it is a proper noun.
Can a semicolon be used before conjunctions like “and” or “but”?
Generally, no. Use a comma before conjunctions like “and” or “but” when connecting independent clauses.
Can you use a colon after a verb or preposition?
No, avoid using a colon directly after a verb or preposition.
Incorrect: “My favorite fruits are: apples, oranges, and bananas.”
Correct: “My favorite fruits are apples, oranges, and bananas.”
When should you use a colon to introduce a list?
Use a colon after a complete sentence to introduce a list of items.
Example: “You need to bring the following: a pen, a notebook, and a calculator.”
What is the subjunctive mood?
The subjunctive mood expresses wishes, hypothetical situations, or conditions contrary to fact.
Example: “If I were taller, I could reach the shelf.”
How are colons used in titles or subtitles?
Use a colon to separate a title from a subtitle.
Example: “Grammar Essentials: A Comprehensive Guide”
How are colons used to emphasize a word or phrase?
Use a colon to emphasize or illustrate a single word or phrase that explains the preceding clause.
Example: “She had one hobby: painting.”
Should the clause before a colon be a complete sentence?
Yes, the clause before a colon must be a complete sentence to use the colon correctly.
What is the indicative mood?
The indicative mood states facts or asks questions.
Example: “She walks to school every day.”
What is the imperative mood?
The imperative mood expresses commands, requests, or instructions.
Example: “Please close the door.”
How is the subjunctive mood formed with the verb “to be”?
Use “were” instead of “was” for all subjects in the subjunctive mood.
Example: “If he were here, we could start the meeting.”
