Applied Grammar and Usage Quiz

A simple sentence consists of one independent clause, while a complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses.

A clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a predicate. It may be independent (a complete sentence) or dependent (incomplete sentence).

Synonyms are words that have similar meanings. They are important for expanding vocabulary and avoiding repetition in writing and speech.

<p>Homophones are words that sound the same but have different meanings and spellings, while homonyms are words that are spelled and pronounced the same but have different meanings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Antonyms are important in semantics as they provide contrast and help in understanding the nuances of language and meaning.</p> Signup and view all the answers