Sentence structures

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that contains one independent clause and no dependent clauses. It expresses a complete thought.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so).

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What is a complex sentence?

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

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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 and cannot stand alone.

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or independent clauses. The seven coordinating conjunctions are for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so.

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What is the purpose of using complex sentences?

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Complex sentences are used to show the relationship between ideas, providing more information and depth to writing.

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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 two or more independent clauses connected by a coordinating conjunction.

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What is the difference between a simple sentence 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 be made up of more than one dependent clause?

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Yes, a complex sentence can contain multiple dependent clauses along with one independent clause.