What is the relationship between syntax and formal writing? complex sentences add more detail and greater depth to a topic. academic and technical language demonstrates knowledge of a topic. simple sentences clarify the main points for the reader. a variety of sentence types make the text more readable.

Which of the following describes the structure of this excerpt best? a. free verse b. sonnet c. ballad d. blank verse

Match the definition to the term. 1. pronouns or verbs used to show the person speaking, the person spoken to person 2. a form of noun, pronoun, or adjective used to show its relation to other words gender 3. the grouping of nouns into the classes masculine, feminine, and neuter case 4. an inflection or word form that shows whether one or more than one is meant number 5. pronouns that show by their form personal pronouns

“we have had a little rain.” said the woman she looked out into a flood. hyperbole, understatement or neither