simple compound and complex sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence consists of a single independent clause that has 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 coordinating conjunctions (FANBOYS: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so).

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence consists of one independent clause and at least one dependent clause, which is connected by subordinating conjunctions.

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What are subordinating conjunctions?

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Subordinating conjunctions are words that connect an independent clause with a dependent clause, such as 'because', 'although', 'since', and 'while'.

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or independent clauses, including 'for', 'and', 'nor', 'but', 'or', 'yet', and 'so'.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'I enjoy reading books.'

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Simple sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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Compound sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Although it was raining, we decided to go for a walk.'

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Complex sentence.

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What is the main difference between a simple and a compound sentence?

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A simple sentence has one independent clause, while a compound sentence has two or more independent clauses.

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Can a complex sentence stand alone?

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No, a complex sentence cannot stand alone because it contains a dependent clause that relies on the independent clause.