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A simple sentence consists of:

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one independent clause

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A compound sentence consists of:

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two or more independent clauses.

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Compound sentence example:

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I like walking, but my dog likes running.

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Complex sentence example:

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I was late because I missed my train.

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Sentence structure: 'We need to complete the graphics for the project, so Addie and Sam are working on it now.'

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compound

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A conjunction joining two independent clauses to form a compound sentence is called a

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coordinating conjunction or FANBOYS

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Examples of coordinating conjunctions:

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but, yet, so, and

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History is my favorite subject, but I also like math.

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complex

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Complex sentence example:

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I was late because I missed my train.

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A complex sentence includes an independent clause plus...

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a dependent clause