Simple, Compound & Complex Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that has one independent clause and expresses a complete thought.

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Example of a simple sentence.

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"The cat sleeps."

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that has at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.

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Example of a compound sentence.

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"I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain."

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence is a sentence that has one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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Example of a complex sentence.

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"Although it was raining, we went for a walk."

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What are subordinating conjunctions?

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Subordinating conjunctions are words that connect a dependent clause to an independent clause, such as 'because', 'although', and 'when'.

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or independent clauses, such as 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it expresses a complete thought.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence because it does not express a complete thought.