Simple and Compound Sentences

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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 coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects two independent clauses or words of equal importance. Examples include 'for', 'and', 'nor', 'but', 'or', 'yet', and 'so'.

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Identify the coordinating conjunction in the sentence: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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The coordinating conjunction is 'but'.

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What is the purpose of using a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence?

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The purpose of using a coordinating conjunction is to connect two related independent clauses, allowing for a more complex and nuanced expression of ideas.

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Provide an example of a simple sentence.

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An example of a simple sentence is: 'The dog barks.'

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Provide an example of a compound sentence.

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An example of a compound sentence is: 'I wanted to go to the park, and my friend wanted to go to the beach.'

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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 connected by coordinating conjunctions.

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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. It cannot stand alone as a sentence.

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Identify whether the following sentence is simple or compound: 'She enjoys reading, and he enjoys writing.'

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This is a compound sentence.