Sentence & Fragments

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What is a sentence?

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A sentence is a group of words that expresses a complete thought and contains a subject and a predicate.

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What is a fragment?

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A fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought and is typically missing a subject or a verb.

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Identify the main components of a complete sentence.

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A complete sentence must have a subject, a verb, and express a complete thought.

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What is the difference between a sentence and a fragment?

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A sentence expresses a complete thought, while a fragment does not.

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Provide an example of a complete sentence.

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Example: 'The cat is sleeping on the couch.'

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Provide an example of a fragment.

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Example: 'Under the couch.'

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What role does a subject play 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 role does a predicate play in a sentence?

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The predicate is the part of the sentence that tells something about the subject, usually containing a verb.

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Can a sentence be a question?

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Yes, a sentence can be a question if it is structured to seek information, e.g., 'Where are my shoes?'

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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 conjunction.