12/5/24-FLASHCARD: Types of Sentences

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence has one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence has at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains only one independent clause and no dependent clauses.

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What is a compound/complex sentence?

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A compound/complex sentence has at least two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause.

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Identify the main clause in a complex sentence.

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The main clause is the independent clause that can stand alone as a complete sentence.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a complete sentence and depends on an independent clause.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or independent clauses (e.g., and, but, or).

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What is the purpose of punctuation in compound sentences?

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Punctuation, such as commas, is used to separate independent clauses in compound sentences.

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Provide an example of a simple sentence.

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Example: She enjoys reading.

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Provide an example of a complex sentence.

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Example: Although it was raining, we went for a walk.