Simple, Compound, Complex Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence consists of a single independent clause with no subordinate clauses. It expresses a complete thought.

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What is a compound sentence?

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

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one subordinate clause.

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What is a subordinate clause?

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A subordinate clause is a group of words that has both a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone.

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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 additional information and context.

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Can a simple sentence have a compound subject?

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Yes, a simple sentence can have a compound subject, which means it has two or more subjects that share the same verb.

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What is an example of a compound sentence?

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An example of a compound sentence is: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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What punctuation is used to separate independent clauses in a compound sentence?

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A comma is used before the coordinating conjunction to separate independent clauses in a compound sentence.

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What is an example of a complex sentence?

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An example of a complex sentence is: 'Although it was raining, we decided to go for a hike.'

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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.