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What is the classification of 'Japan's countless temples and shrines, such as the Kōtoku-in temple, the Meiji Jingū shrine, and the Sensō-ji temple, are designed with incredibly elaborate architectural details.'?
What is the classification of 'Frankfurters, which are also known as wieners or hot dogs, originated in Frankfurt, Germany, and are traditionally made from pork and beef.'?
What is the classification of 'Although Rosa agreed to babysit her cousin on Saturday afternoon, she accepted a friend's invitation to the grand opening of the new amusement park the same day.'?
What is the classification of 'The cranium, a grouping of eight bones fused together, forms the top portion of the skull and functions like a protective helmet for the brain.'?
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What is the classification of 'Although both are formed by mineral deposits in caverns, stalactites are the formations that hang from the ceiling of the cave, whereas stalagmites build up from the ground.'?
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What is the classification of 'The support beams beneath the abandoned jetty were deteriorating, so the city removed the structure as a precaution.'?
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What is the classification of 'Cockroaches breathe through holes in their bodies called spiracles; this fact helps explain how they can survive for weeks without a head.'?
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What is the classification of 'The malleus, incus, and stapes—also called the hammer, anvil, and stirrup—are the bones in the ears of all mammals that help transmit sound vibrations.'?
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What is the classification of 'Many traditional pets have lived in the White House, but some former presidents kept unique companions; for example, John Quincy Adams had an alligator that lived in a White House bathroom.'?
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What is the classification of 'Humans are classified as omnivores because they generally consume both plants and animals, although some people are vegetarians or vegans.'?
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What is the classification of 'Adult male gorillas, which are dominant and sometimes aggressive, lead family groups of females and young males.'?
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What is the classification of 'Crayfish are often associated with water, but the prairie crayfish can be found in pastures, where they live in underground burrows.'?
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What is the classification of 'Although poisonous and potentially deadly, puffer fish are a delicacy in countries like Japan and China.'?
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What is the classification of 'Beta-carotene is typically found in fruit that has bright-colored flesh, yet cantaloupes, which are paler than oranges, contain ten times more beta-carotene.'?
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What is the classification of 'Ironically, although approximately seventy-one percent of the earth is covered by water, thirty-three percent of its land area is desert.'?
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What is the classification of 'The role of a prosecutor is to present a court case against an accused offender.'?
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What is the classification of 'Lightning, which never occurs without a thunderstorm, contains one hundred million to one billion volts of electricity.'?
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What is the classification of 'The chef prepared the meringue, a common dessert topping for citrus custards, by whipping eggs until stiff peaks formed.'?
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What is the classification of 'In 2005, American scientists who worked at the South Pole Observatory enjoyed a game of croquet in the snow, making them the first people ever to play the game in Antarctica.'?
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What is the classification of 'Using telescopes that he created, Galileo Galilei, a famous Italian astronomer during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, discovered Jupiter's four largest moons.'?
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What is the classification of 'Patrick Henry, who was an attorney, politician, and Founding Father, spoke the now-famous words 'Give me liberty or give me death!'?'
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What is the classification of 'President Lincoln's Gettysburg Address, one of the most significant speeches in American history, contained under three hundred words and lasted only two minutes.'?
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What is the classification of 'An accomplished artist, Leonardo da Vinci was mesmerized by flight and drew many sketches of unconventional and surprisingly modern flying machines.'?
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What is the classification of 'The Farmers' Almanac, an annual publication that includes long-range weather predictions, calculates forecasts using astronomical information and mathematical formulas.'?
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What is the classification of 'Built to honor all the gods, the Pantheon is a monument that is an exceptional example of ancient Roman architecture.'?
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What is the classification of 'The U.S. Marshals Service is a federal law enforcement agency that handles numerous responsibilities, including the apprehension and transportation of federal fugitives.'?
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What is the classification of 'Although the terminology is evolving, a first-year high school or college student is traditionally classified as a freshman, and a second-year student is called a sophomore.'?
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What is the classification of 'The elevated flower beds that display Tamir's prize roses are quite striking.'?
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What is the classification of 'Occasionally called a sea cow, the enormous manatee is a gentle, placid marine mammal that is protected under federal laws.'?
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What is the classification of 'Jill's suitcase was too large to fit in the overhead bin, so unfortunately she had to check it.'?
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What is the classification of 'Meg has all the qualifications listed for the accountant position at the tax firm.'?
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What is the classification of 'Following a disastrous invasion of Russia, French military leader and emperor Napoleon Bonaparte was forced to abdicate and went into exile on the island of Elba.'?
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What is the classification of 'Inspirational leader Mohandas Gandhi, commonly known as Mahatma Gandhi, directed India's fight for independence against British rule.'?
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What is the classification of 'The solid portion of a comet comprises leftover debris—ice, dust, rock—that originated in the outer regions of the solar system.'?
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What is the classification of 'Among bats, there are species that can reach speeds of more than fifty miles per hour.'?
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What is the classification of 'By refusing to surrender her seat to a white passenger, African American activist Rosa Parks inspired a boycott of city buses in Montgomery, Alabama, and helped strengthen the civil rights movement.'?
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What is the classification of 'Although glaciers occupy only about ten percent of the earth's land surface, they contain about seventy-five percent of its fresh water.'?
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What is the classification of 'The appliance store's policy allows returns for thirty days; however, refunds require a receipt.'?
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What is the classification of 'The hippopotamus, an extremely dangerous and highly aggressive animal, will attack if it is provoked or feels threatened.'?
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What is the classification of 'The earth is not a perfect sphere but rather an oblate sphere because it is flattened at the poles and enlarged at the equator.'?
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What is the classification of 'Did you know that tarantulas can survive for as long as two years without food?'
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What is the classification of 'Parícutin, a volcano that emerged in a Mexican cornfield, erupted continually for nine years; incredibly, Parícutin was just one of over a thousand volcanoes that formed in that region.'?
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What is the classification of 'People who have influenza (the flu) can be contagious even before they show signs of the illness.'?
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What is the classification of 'The champion didn't expect the challenger to be such a formidable opponent, but despite his small size, the challenger possessed brute strength.'?
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What is the classification of 'Humans have unique fingerprints, and this holds true even for identical twins.'?
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What is the classification of 'Frankfurters, which are also known as wieners or hot dogs, originated in Frankfurt, Germany, and are traditionally made from pork and beef.'?
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What is the classification of 'The National Fire Protection Agency instituted a color-coding system for fire hydrants that provides firefighters with crucial information about the water sources.'?
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What is the classification of 'The most successful advertising slogans are those that have the ability to endure, such as 'Just do it' or 'When you care enough to send the very best.'?
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What is the classification of 'Although chefs typically make carpaccio, a raw meat appetizer, from beef, they can also make it from venison, salmon, or tuna.'?
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Study Notes
Phrases and Clauses Overview
- Phrases are groups of words without a subject-verb relationship; they cannot stand alone.
- Clauses contain a subject and a verb; they can be independent or dependent.
Examples of Phrases
- "Japan's countless temples and shrines, such as the Kōtoku-in temple..." demonstrates a descriptive phrase.
- "The cranium, a grouping of eight bones fused together..." highlights a noun phrase with additional information.
- "The malleus, incus, and stapes—also called the hammer..." shows a noun phrase that explains ear bones.
- "The appliance store's policy allows returns for thirty days..." exemplifies a phrase describing a store policy.
Examples of Clauses
- "Frankfurters, which are also known as wieners..." includes a non-restrictive clause providing extra detail about frankfurters.
- "Although Rosa agreed to babysit her cousin on Saturday afternoon..." features a dependent clause introducing a contrast.
- "Adult male gorillas, which are dominant and sometimes aggressive..." contains a clause that adds important information about gorillas.
- "Although glaciers occupy only about ten percent of the earth's land surface..." uses a dependent clause illustrating a condition.
Specific Structures
- Noun phrases and clauses serve as subjects or objects in sentences.
- Clauses can be classified as independent (capable of standing alone) or dependent (requiring additional information to complete the thought).
- Phrases often enhance details, characterizing nouns or describing actions.
Importance of Understanding
- Recognizing the difference between phrases and clauses is crucial for proper sentence construction.
- Clarity in writing improves with the correct use of phrases and clauses, contributing to more effective communication.
Additional Insights
- Many sentences incorporate both phrases and clauses to convey complex ideas succinctly.
- Familiar examples from everyday language, like advertising slogans, show how phrases can be memorable and impactful.
Contextual Applications
- Understanding phrases and clauses is essential in literature, legal writing, and any domain requiring precise communication.
- In academic settings, mastery of these structures aids in both writing and comprehension skills.
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