Writing 2101F/G Lecture Notes - Pronoun, Semicolon, Interjection
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The words it replaces is called is its antecedent. David gave his report to the finance committee [the pronoun replaces the antecedent] Verb: expresses action, occurrence, or state of being. Adjectives: modify describe or limit nouns, pronouns and word groups that function as nouns. Adverbs: modify describe or limit verbs, adjectives, other adverbs, and entire sentences. Proposition: function with other words in prepositional phrases and often set out relationships in time or space [x] I love the outdoors, but my family does not. Semi-colon can also be used in a sentence with too many commas: ex. I"ve been to tornoto, ontario; winnipeg, manitoba; and halifax, nova scotia. Interjection: a word or expression that conveys surprise or another strong emotion.