Simple Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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

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What is a 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 a predicate in a sentence?

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The predicate is the part of the sentence that tells what the subject does or is.

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Can a simple sentence have more than one subject?

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No, a simple sentence can only have one subject.

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What is an example of a simple sentence?

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My dog barks.

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What is the correct order of words in a simple sentence?

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The correct order is usually subject first, followed by the predicate.

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What does it mean to rearrange words in a sentence?

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Rearranging words means changing the order of words to form a correct sentence.

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What is the importance of punctuation in a simple sentence?

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Punctuation helps to clarify the meaning of a sentence and indicates the end of a thought.

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What is a complete thought?

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A complete thought is a statement that makes sense on its own and does not leave the reader hanging.

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What is an example of a subject in a simple sentence?

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In the sentence 'The cat sleeps,' 'The cat' is the subject.