Simple, Compound, and Complex Sentences

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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 consists of two or more 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 consists of one independent clause and at least one dependent clause, which is introduced by a subordinating conjunction.

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What are subordinating conjunctions?

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Subordinating conjunctions are words that connect an independent clause with a dependent clause, indicating a relationship between the two. Examples include 'although', 'because', 'since', and 'when'.

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What are some examples of subordinating conjunctions?

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Examples of subordinating conjunctions include: although, because, since, when, while, if, and unless.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'The dog barked loudly.'

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Simple

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Identify the type of sentence: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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Compound

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Although it was raining, we decided to go hiking.'

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Complex

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What is the purpose of a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or independent clauses that are similar or equal in structure.

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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 to provide meaning.