BASIC SENTENCE STRUCTURES

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Definition: A sentence with one independent clause, containing at least one subject and predicate.

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simple sentence

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Definition: Two independent clauses joined by a conjunction and comma, or a semicolon.

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compound sentence

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Definition: Independent clause + dependent clauses

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complex sentence

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Definition: Two or more independent clauses and one or more dependent clauses

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compound-complex sentence

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Identify the sentence type: Although I do not write as well as John, my writing is improving, and extra work will enhance it further.

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compound-complex sentence

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Identify the sentence type: 'If I want to keep my parents happy, I need to pass my Spanish class, and I need to keep my room clean.'

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compound-complex sentence

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Identify the sentence type: When I get to London, I will buy you a souvenir, but I will not send you a postcard because I will be busy.

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compound-complex sentence

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Identify the sentence type: I will start high school next year.

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simple sentence

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Identify the sentence type: John's story gave me goose bumps.

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simple sentence

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Sasha went to the store for milk.

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simple sentence