Simple, Compound, and Complex Sentences

Front

A complex sentence consists of one independent clause and one dependent clause.

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independent, dependent

Front

Joining clauses requires a _______________________ conjunction.

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subordinating

Front

A comma is needed if the dependent clause comes first.

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dependent

Front

If you yell at the world, you will regret it.

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complex

Front

Timmy saw a shark while surfing.

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complex

Front

The family eating dinner was strange.

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complex

Front

Shaun White's snowboard is right in front of him.

Back

simple

Front

Ranch dressing is delicious and nutritious.

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compound

Front

Illness after eating old cheese indicates a:

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complex

Front

I like the Bears; I like the Bulls.

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compound