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26 Cards in this Set
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Nouns edning in y preceded by a vowel form their plurals by adding |
-s |
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The regular plural endings in English are |
-s and -es |
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Nouns ending in -o preceded by a consonant form their plurals by adding |
-s |
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Names ending in -y form their plurals by adding: |
-s |
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An adjective does what to a noun or pronoun? |
modifies |
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The language you use in discussing a serious topic is called _______ usage. |
Formal |
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Another name sometimes used for informal speech is: |
Conversational speech |
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Everyday language which is given a new meaning is one type of: |
Slang |
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"Ain't" is: |
substandard usage |
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The plural of ox is oxes? |
false |
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Slang is always substandard? |
False |
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Compound words like father-in-law form their plural by adding the regular plural to the main word? |
true |
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Numbers, letters, signs, and words form their plural by adding -s? |
false |
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Some irregular nouns change their vowel sound to form a plural? |
True |
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The suffix -dom can change the function of a word from an adjective to a noun? |
true |
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When you give a speech, you must check these things: |
1. Your posture 2. Eye contact 3. Hand gestures |
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Name 5 points you should check when practicing your speech: |
1. Does your voice shake? 2. Do you sound doubtful? 3. Do you use a monotone? 4. Do you use nervous expressions? 5. Do you run out of breath in the middle of a sentence? |
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The first step in choosing a topic involves two important functions: |
1. Thinking 2. Listening |
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Four physical features of the listening process are: |
1. Take notes 2. Sit or stand properly 3. Watch the speaker 4. Do not distract others |
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The four mental aspects of listening discussed in this section are: |
1. Listen for main points 2. Concentrate on the speaker 3. Take mental notes 4. Use ideas learned |
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List the four areas where evaluating the evidence for what is said becomes necessary: |
Deciding: 1. Between opinion and fact 2. Evaluate the credentials of the speaker 3. If the evidence is sufficient or insufficient 4. If the statement is logical or illogical |
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Three ways formal English is used |
1. Write or speak about serious subjects 2. Formal assignments 3. The classroom or church |
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A redundancy is a |
needless repetition |
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A cliche is |
An idea that has become overused and looses its effect |
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After choosing a topic you should |
Limit it |
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Why is Cedric the best? |
Because He is The MAN!! |