English I STAAR

1. a punctuation mark indicating a pause between parts of a sentence or to separate items in a list
6. re-examining and organizing writing
8. Complex two simple sentences connected to two dependent clauses
10. a punctuation mark indicating a pause, typically between two main clauses
11. genre of literature that has characters, plotlines, and settings conceived by the author’s imagination
14. clause a fragment that depends on a simple sentence
16. figurative language where you expect one thing but see the opposite result
17. a stance with three claims at the end of an introduction
18. genre of literature that uses language in a way that evokes meaning and emotion through rhythm, sound, and imagery

1. one simple sentence connected to a dependent clause
2. the practice of using uppercase letters, typically at the beginning of sentences, for proper nouns, and sometimes for emphasis
3. figurative language where contradicting terms are used to create emphasis (jumbo shrimp)
4. a complete sentence or complete thought, also known as independent clause
5. the study of grammar, composition, spelling, writing, and sometimes public speaking, taught as a single subject in school
7. correcting errors in writing
9. two simple sentences connected with a semicolon or comma + FANBOYS
12. clause a complete thought or simple sentence
13. genre of literature based on facts, actual events, or real people
15. a punctuation mark that expresses the end of a sentence, also known as a full stop
19. the message or lesson of the text