Unit 5 Things Flashcards

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The three cases of pronouns are

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Nominative, objective, and possessive

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2
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Cliché

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A worn-out idea or trite expression

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3
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Colloquial

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Informal and casual speech

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4
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Formal English

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English language that give strict attention to the rules of correct English grammar,syntax,pronunciation, and usage

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5
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Idiom

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A phrase or expression whose meaning cannot be understood from the ordinary meanings of the words in it

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6
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Illiterate

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Unable to read or write; not educated ;incorrect speaking and writing

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7
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Informal English

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English language used in everyday speech, but not used in formal speaking and writing

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Nonstandard English

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English language that does not follow the rules of formal/proper English grammar, syntax, pronunciation, and usage

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9
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Redundant

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Using too many words to express an ides; extra and not needed

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10
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Usage

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A way of using words and phrases; an established procedure

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