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Study Guide Questions
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What are the rules that govern the written word?
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Object pronouns [can/ cannot] be the subjects of verbs.
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Verbs are modified by ____________________________.
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Matthew plays [good/ well].
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In "formal" writing, what should be avoided?
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Sentences must always contain what two components?
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What is established by the rules of mechanics?
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"Style" concerns itself with the principles of _________________________________.
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Why is it better to use the active voice, rather than the passive voice?
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When dealing with equal or closely related ideas, use __________________________ structure.
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Why is it a good idea to vary sentence patterns?
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Negative phrasing should be saved for what occasions?
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Choose words that appeal to the reader's senses. True or false?
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What's the difference between "denotation" and "connotation"?
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Relationships between ideas can be designated with the help of _______________________________.
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Metaphors and similes are examples of ____________________________ language.
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What's the difference between a metaphor and a simile?
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What is a "cliché"?
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19.
Unnecessary fillers in written work are called "________________________________."
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Always stay focused on your _______________________________.
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