Simple vs. Compound Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence consists of a single independent clause that contains a subject and a predicate. It expresses a complete thought.

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What is a compound sentence?

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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.

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Identify the coordinating conjunctions used in compound sentences.

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The coordinating conjunctions are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so.

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Provide an example of a simple sentence.

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Example: 'The cat sleeps.'

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Provide 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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How can you identify a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence can be identified by the presence of at least two independent clauses and a coordinating conjunction or a semicolon.

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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 to provide meaning.

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Is the sentence 'Football players wear protection, but they still get hurt.' simple or compound?

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Compound.

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Is the sentence 'Even though there are four quarters made up of 15 minutes per quarter, an average football game lasts two or three hours.' simple or compound?

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Simple.

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What is the structure of a simple sentence?

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The structure of a simple sentence includes a subject and a predicate, forming a complete thought.