Types of Sentences Flashcard

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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 compound sentence:

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

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Complex sentence:

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Contains an independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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Identify the minor sentence:

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Bang!

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A simple sentence contains how many independent clauses?

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One

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Defining characteristic of a compound sentence?

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Two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction

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Role of dependent clause in a complex sentence?

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Provides additional information.

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Minor sentence definition

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An incomplete sentence that still makes sense without all the necessary information.

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Type of sentence formed by combining two independent clauses with a coordinating conjunction?

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Compound sentence

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Purpose of a minor sentence in writing?

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Conveys a complete thought or idea without following full sentence structure.