Simple, Compound and Complex Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains a subject and a verb 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 consists of two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so). 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: 'Because chemicals are used on some vegetables, she thinks they are less healthy.'

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Complex Sentence

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Talia does not buy too much food.'

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Simple Sentence

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Complete this complex sentence: 'I go to the farmers’ market ______ I go to the supermarket.'

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before

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that has a subject and a verb but cannot stand alone as a complete sentence. Example: 'Because it was raining.'

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'She enjoys reading.'

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. The main coordinating conjunctions are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so.

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What is the purpose of using complex sentences in writing?

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Complex sentences allow writers to show relationships between ideas, add depth to their writing, and convey more information.