Simple & Compound Sentences
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English
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7th - 12th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a simple sentence?
Back
A simple sentence consists of a single independent clause that has a subject and a predicate. It expresses a complete thought.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a compound sentence?
Back
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.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Where should a comma be placed in the sentence: 'I forgot my homework for I do not care about this class'?
Back
A comma should be placed before 'for'.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of using a comma before a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence?
Back
The comma is used to separate the independent clauses to clarify the sentence structure and improve readability.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Identify the type of sentence: 'On Saturday, we ate French toast.'
Back
This is a simple sentence.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Identify the type of sentence: 'John runs in the park, but Jim likes to skate.'
Back
This is a compound sentence.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Identify the type of sentence: 'Many people prefer to own dogs; however, cats make great pets, too.'
Back
This is a compound sentence.
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