Types of Sentence Structures

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a type of sentence that contains one independent clause and no dependent clauses.

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What is a compound sentence?

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

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence is a type of sentence that contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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What is a compound-complex sentence?

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A compound-complex sentence is a type of sentence that contains at least two independent clauses and one or more dependent clauses.

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Identify the structure: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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Complex.

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Identify the structure: 'I wanted to go to the party, but I was too tired.'

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Compound.

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Identify the structure: 'When the sun sets, the sky turns orange, and the stars appear.'

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Compound-Complex.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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What is a dependent clause?

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

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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.'