Simple, Compound, Complex Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence consists of a single independent clause that has a subject and a predicate, expressing a complete thought.

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What is a compound sentence?

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

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent (subordinate) clause.

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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, such as 'because', 'although', 'if', and 'when'.

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Can a subordinate clause stand alone?

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No, a subordinate clause cannot stand alone; it needs an independent clause to form a complete thought.

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What is the role of a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect two independent clauses in a compound sentence.

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Give an example of a simple sentence.

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Example: 'The dog barks.'

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Give an example of a compound sentence.

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Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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Give an example of a complex sentence.

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Example: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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What is the difference between an independent clause and a dependent clause?

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An independent clause can stand alone as a complete sentence, while a dependent clause cannot stand alone and depends on an independent clause.