Simple, Compound, and Complex Sentences

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Sentence with 1 independent & 1 dependent clause: ___________________________

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a complex sentence

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A subject and a verb that cannot stand alone is called _____________________.

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a dependent clause

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A simple sentence that stands alone is called _______________________.

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an independent clause

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Sentence with 2 independent clauses joined by a conjunction (FANBOYS)

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a compound sentence

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Elijah stayed home due to a sore throat.

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a complex sentence

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My classmates wore heavy clothes in winter.

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a simple sentence

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Dad went hunting, but Mom stayed home.

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a compound sentence

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Tess showed Simon and Becky her pictures after returning from her trip.

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a complex sentence

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Cat scratching more than usual; checked for fleas.

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a compound sentence

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The barber and his brother opened their shop over 30 years ago.

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a simple sentence