Simple, Compound and Complex Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence consists of a single independent clause with no dependent clauses. It contains a subject and a predicate.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) or a semicolon.

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence consists of one independent clause and at least one dependent clause, which cannot stand alone.

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Identify the coordinating conjunctions used in compound sentences.

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The coordinating conjunctions are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so.

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What is the purpose of a dependent clause in a complex sentence?

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A dependent clause provides additional information but cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.

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How can you identify a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence can be identified by the presence of two independent clauses connected by a coordinating conjunction or a semicolon.

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What is an example of a simple sentence?

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Shelly has a lot of friends at school.

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What is an example of a compound sentence?

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I like school, but I wish I didn't have to get up so early.

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What is an example of a complex sentence?

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I got to go out for ice cream even though my team lost the game.

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What is the difference between a simple and a compound sentence?

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A simple sentence has one independent clause, while a compound sentence has two or more independent clauses.