Simple sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that contains a subject and a verb, and it expresses a complete thought.

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Identify the components of a simple sentence.

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A simple sentence consists of a subject, a verb, and may include an object or complement.

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

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A simple sentence contains one independent clause, while a compound sentence contains two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

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Provide an example of a simple sentence.

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The dog barked.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence; it has a subject and a verb.

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Can a simple sentence have a compound subject?

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Yes, a simple sentence can have a compound subject, which means it has two or more subjects that share the same verb.

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What is a subject in a sentence?

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The subject is the part of the sentence that tells who or what the sentence is about.

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What is a verb in a sentence?

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A verb is a word that expresses an action or a state of being.

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Identify a common mistake in simple sentences.

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A common mistake is to include conjunctions that create compound sentences, making the sentence more complex.

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What is a complete thought in a sentence?

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A complete thought is an idea that can stand alone and does not leave the reader with questions.