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Unit 2 Vocab

7th Grade Vocab 7-11

TermDefinition
Clause A group of words containing a subject and predicate.
Phrase A group of words that go together but don't have a subject and predicate.
Predicate The main action in a sentence.
Modifier Something that describes.
Sentence A complete thought with a subject and predicate.
Subordinating Conjunction A conjunction that joins a main clause and a clause which does not form a complete sentence by itself.
Dependent Clause A clause that doesn't form a simple sentence by itself and that is connected to the main clause of a sentence: subordinating conjunction.
Independent Clause A clause that could be used by itself as a simple sentence but that is a form of a larger sentence.
Relative Clause A clause that will describe/limit something.
Complex Sentence C.S. = Dep. Clause +, Ind. Clause or C.S. = Ind. Clause + Dep. Clause.
Thesis A sentence at the beginning of the essay that has the main argument.
Conclusion A final summation.
Introduction Something that makes preliminary explanatories or laudatory remarks about.
Topic Sentence A sentence that states the main thought of a paragraph
Transition A change or shift from one state, subject, place, etc. to another.
Dialogue When two or more characters talk to each other. Main way of communication in a play.
Monologue A dramatic sketch preformed by one actor.
Stage Direction A description/Direction for a character to go to that is provided in the script.
Aside An actors speech heard by the audience but not by other characters.
Drama A theatrical performance that has characters and shows conflict and emotion through action. AKA. Play, show, etc.
Alliteration The repetition of sounds in two or more neighboring words.
Paradox A statement that might seem false or impossible but is true.
Oxymoron A combo of contradictory words.
Concrete Naming a real thing.
Figurative Saying something but not meaning it literally.
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