Simple, Compound, Complex and Compound-Complex Sentences Mr. J

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence consists of a single independent clause that has a subject and a predicate. 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 dependent clause, which cannot stand alone.

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What is a compound-complex sentence?

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

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Identify the coordinating conjunctions used in compound sentences.

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The coordinating conjunctions are for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so (FANBOYS).

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What is a predicate in a sentence?

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A predicate is the part of a sentence that tells what the subject does or is. It includes the verb and any objects or modifiers.

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What is the difference between an independent clause and a dependent clause?

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An independent clause can stand alone as a complete sentence, while a dependent clause cannot stand alone and depends on an independent clause.

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Provide an example of a compound sentence.

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Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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What are compound predicates?

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Compound predicates occur when two or more verbs share the same subject and are joined by a conjunction.

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How can you identify a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence can be identified by the presence of a dependent clause, often introduced by subordinating conjunctions like because, although, or since.