compound and complex sentences

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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 coordinating conjunction (e.g., and, but, or). 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, I went for a walk.'

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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 enjoys reading.'

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence. It has a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought. Example: 'Because she was tired.'

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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. Example: 'The dog barks.'

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. Common coordinating conjunctions include 'and,' 'but,' and 'or.'

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction is a word that connects a dependent clause to an independent clause. Examples include 'because,' 'although,' and 'since.'

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Identify the type of sentence: 'I like ice cream, and I like cake.'

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Compound sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'When it rains, I stay inside.'

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Complex sentence.

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What is the purpose of using compound sentences?

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Compound sentences are used to connect related ideas and show the relationship between them.