Simple, Compound, Complex Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains one independent clause and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'The dog barks.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction. Example: '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 contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Morgan and Riley plan to enter their robot in an engineering competition.'

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Simple sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'After you get home, I want you to clean your room.'

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Complex sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Kino's grandfather moved north from Nayarit to a village near La Paz.'

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Simple sentence.

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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. It has a subject and a verb. Example: 'She runs fast.'

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence and usually begins with a subordinating conjunction. Example: 'Because she was tired.'

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences. Common conjunctions include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What is the purpose of a semicolon in a compound sentence?

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A semicolon is used to connect two independent clauses without a conjunction. Example: 'I like tea; she likes coffee.'