Compound and Complex Sentences

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal in structure. Common examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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Which of the following is NOT a coordinating conjunction: 'and', 'but', 'also'?

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'Also' is NOT a coordinating conjunction.

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains a subject and a predicate and expresses a single complete thought.

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True or False: A simple sentence can have more than one subject or predicate.

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True. A simple sentence can have a compound subject or a compound predicate.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is made up of two or more simple sentences joined by a coordinating conjunction or a semicolon.

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True or False: A compound sentence can be formed by just using a comma to join two simple sentences.

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False. A compound sentence must use a coordinating conjunction or a semicolon, not just a comma.

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What is an example of a compound sentence?

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'Lissa and Spencer play soccer, but Kerrie and Sam play tennis.' is an example of a compound sentence.

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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 clause.

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What is the difference between a compound sentence and a complex sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses, while a complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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What role do subordinating conjunctions play in complex sentences?

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Subordinating conjunctions connect the dependent clause to the independent clause, indicating the relationship between them.