Compound, Complex, and Simple Sentence

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence has one subject and one predicate. It expresses a complete thought.

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Identify the components of a simple sentence.

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A simple sentence consists of a noun and a verb.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is made up of two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

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Give an 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 contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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Give an example of a complex sentence.

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"Although it was raining, we decided to go for a hike."

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What is a fragment sentence?

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A fragment sentence is an incomplete sentence that does not express a complete thought.

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Identify a key feature of a compound sentence.

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A compound sentence has at least two complete thoughts.

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What connects the clauses in a compound sentence?

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Conjunctions like 'and', 'but', or 'or' connect the clauses in a compound sentence.

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What is the difference between a simple and a compound sentence?

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A simple sentence has one independent clause, while a compound sentence has two or more independent clauses.