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 one independent clause and no dependent clauses.

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Provide an example of a simple sentence.

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Everyone is really tired in the mornings and on school days.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.

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Provide an example of a compound sentence.

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My brother lives in Kennesaw, but I live in Lawrenceville.

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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.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that has both a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought.

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What does a dependent clause need to make sense?

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A dependent clause needs an independent clause to make sense.

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Identify the main subject in the sentence: 'While I sit at my desk, the students do their work.'

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The main subject is 'students'.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects two independent clauses, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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What is the purpose of using a compound sentence?

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The purpose of using a compound sentence is to connect related ideas and show the relationship between them.