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A simple sentence has one ____ clause.

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independent

Front

A compound sentence has two or more independent clauses, and no dependent clause.

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independent, dependent

Front

A complex sentence has one independent clause and one or more dependent clauses.

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independent, dependent

Front

A compound-complex sentence has at least one _____ clause, and two _____ clauses.

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dependent, independent

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Several new plants sprang up in the garden, but they were not good to eat.

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compound

Front

Alice couldn't think of a good reason; the Caterpillar was in an unpleasant mood, so she turned away.

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compound-complex

Front

During her mother's visit, the cook threw a frying-pan.

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simple

Front

The birthday party must be delayed because the dog ate the cake.

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complex

Front

Sara called for Charlie, but no one answered, leaving her scared.

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compound-complex

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James noticed the Queen quickly moving up behind him.

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complex