Simple, Compound, Complex, and 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.

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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.

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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 compound-complex sentence?

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A compound-complex sentence has at least two independent clauses and at least one subordinate clause.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects two independent clauses, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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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 cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.

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

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Complex.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'I wanted to go to the party, but I was too tired.'

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Compound.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'She loves to read, and she enjoys writing stories.'

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Compound.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'He went to the store because he needed milk.'

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Complex.