Types of Sentences

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Simple sentence definition:

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Contains a subject and a verb, expressing a complete thought.

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Example of a simple sentence:

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The cat sleeps.

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Compound sentence: contains 2+ independent clauses joined by conjunctions (e.g., 'and', 'but', 'or').

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains two or more independent clauses, joined by coordinating conjunctions such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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Example of a compound sentence:

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I went to the store, and I bought some groceries.

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Complex sentence: contains an independent clause & at least one dependent clause.

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A complex sentence is a sentence that contains an independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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Although

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Identify the dependent clause: 'I will go to the store if you need anything.'

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if you need anything

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Identify the independent clause: 'She went to the store, and she bought some groceries.'

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She went to the store

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Difference between compound and complex sentences?

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Main difference: number and type of clauses.

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Complex sentence with a relative pronoun:

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I saw the movie that you recommended, and I really enjoyed it.