Simple and Compound sentences

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3rd Grade
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a simple sentence?
Back
A simple sentence is a sentence that contains a subject and a verb, and it expresses a complete thought.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a compound sentence?
Back
A compound sentence is a sentence that contains two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction such as 'and', 'or', or 'but'.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of a simple sentence.
Back
'I enjoy reading books.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of a compound sentence.
Back
'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are coordinating conjunctions?
Back
Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal, such as 'and', 'or', and 'but'.
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CCSS.L.3.1H
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you identify a compound sentence?
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A compound sentence can be identified by the presence of two independent clauses connected by a coordinating conjunction.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between a simple sentence and a compound sentence?
Back
A simple sentence has one independent clause, while a compound sentence has two or more independent clauses.
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CCSS.L.3.1I
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