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Provide the term for each definition.
A verb which does not take an object (e.g. He runs every day.)
Provide the term for each definition.
A verb which does not take an object (e.g. He runs every day.)
Intransitive verb
The omission in speaking or writing of individual words, or parts of a sentence, which are not needed to convey the meaning. For example, it can be used to avoid repetition (e.g. 'Got a pen?' 'Yes, I have.")
The omission in speaking or writing of individual words, or parts of a sentence, which are not needed to convey the meaning. For example, it can be used to avoid repetition (e.g. 'Got a pen?' 'Yes, I have.")
Ellipsis
A word which has the same pronunciation as another word but a different spelling and meaning (e.g. see and sea)
A word which has the same pronunciation as another word but a different spelling and meaning (e.g. see and sea)
Homophone
A consonant sound where the flow of air is partially constricted and released slowly (e.g. /S/./v/,/s/,/z/)
A consonant sound where the flow of air is partially constricted and released slowly (e.g. /S/./v/,/s/,/z/)
The theory that viewed learning as a matter of habit formation, where habits are formed when the learner's responses to external stimuli are positively reinforced (e.g. in language learning: pattern drills with positive feedback from the teacher to correct answers)
The theory that viewed learning as a matter of habit formation, where habits are formed when the learner's responses to external stimuli are positively reinforced (e.g. in language learning: pattern drills with positive feedback from the teacher to correct answers)
The verbal signals given by the listener to indicate interest, attention, surprise etc. (e.g. 'really', 'uh-huh', 'yeah')
The verbal signals given by the listener to indicate interest, attention, surprise etc. (e.g. 'really', 'uh-huh', 'yeah')
Flashcards
Capital of France (example flashcard)
Capital of France (example flashcard)
Paris
