Sentence Structure Flashcard

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Example of a simple sentence:

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She ran.

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Simple sentence definition:

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Consists of one independent clause expressing a complete thought.

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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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Compound sentence definition:

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Two or more independent clauses joined by coordinating conjunctions or punctuation.

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Coordinating conjunction?

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and

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Function of a coordinating conjunction?

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Connects words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance.

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Example of a simple sentence:

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She ran.

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Simple sentence definition:

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Consists of one independent clause expressing a complete thought.

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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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Compound sentence: two or more independent clauses joined by conjunctions or punctuation.

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A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses joined together by coordinating conjunctions or punctuation.