Simple, Compound, and Complex Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that contains only one independent clause and no dependent clauses.

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What are subordinating conjunctions?

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Subordinating conjunctions are words that connect an independent clause with a dependent clause, indicating a relationship between the two.

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence is a sentence that contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause, often joined by a subordinating conjunction.

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or independent clauses of equal importance, commonly remembered by the acronym FANBOYS (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so).

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone.

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Can a complex sentence be formed with more than one dependent clause?

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Yes, a complex sentence can contain multiple dependent clauses along with one independent clause.

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What is the function of a subordinating conjunction in a complex sentence?

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The function of a subordinating conjunction in a complex sentence is to connect the dependent clause to the independent clause, establishing a relationship between them.

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Provide an example of a simple sentence.

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An example of a simple sentence is: 'The dog barks.'

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Provide an example of a complex sentence.

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An example of a complex sentence is: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'