Sentence Structures

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What is a compound-complex sentence?

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A compound-complex sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause.

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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 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.

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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 the function of a conjunction in a sentence?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences or coordinates words in the same clause.

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Give 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 type of sentence is: 'Although it was raining, we went for a hike.'?

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This is a complex sentence because it contains one independent clause and one dependent clause.

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What is the difference between a compound sentence and a complex sentence?

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A compound sentence contains two or more independent clauses, while a complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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What is an example of a dependent clause?

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An example of a dependent clause is: 'Because I was tired'.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a conjunction that connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.