Simple Sentences (SoW 1)

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What is a Simple Sentence?

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A Simple Sentence is one that contains only one independent clause, which must include a subject and predicate.

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What is the predicate in a sentence?

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The 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 an Independent Clause?

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An Independent Clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence, containing a subject and a predicate.

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Identify the subject in a sentence.

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The subject is the part of the sentence that tells who or what the sentence is about.

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What is the role of a Subject in a sentence?

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The Subject performs the action of the verb or is described by the predicate.

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What is a Predicate in a Simple Sentence?

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In a Simple Sentence, the Predicate includes the verb and all the words that tell what the subject does.

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Can a Simple Sentence have more than one subject?

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Yes, a Simple Sentence can have compound subjects, which means it can have more than one subject.

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What is an example of a Simple Sentence?

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An example of a Simple Sentence is: 'The dog barks.' It has one subject (the dog) and one predicate (barks).

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What is a compound subject?

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A compound subject consists of two or more subjects that share the same verb.

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What is an example of an Independent Clause?

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An example of an Independent Clause is: 'She enjoys reading.' It can stand alone as a complete sentence.