Simple Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is one that contains only one independent clause, which must include a subject and a predicate.

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What is a predicate in a sentence?

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The predicate tells us what the subject does or is, and it includes the verb and any objects or modifiers.

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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, containing a subject and a predicate.

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Identify the subject in the sentence: 'The cat sleeps on the mat.'

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The subject is 'The cat.'

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Identify the predicate in the sentence: 'The dog barks loudly.'

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The predicate is 'barks loudly.'

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What does the subject of a sentence do?

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The subject of a sentence is the person, place, thing, or idea that is doing or being something.

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Can a simple sentence have a compound subject?

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Yes, a simple sentence can have a compound subject, which consists of two or more subjects joined by a conjunction.

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What is an example of a simple sentence?

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An example of a simple sentence is: 'She enjoys reading books.'

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What is the difference between a simple sentence 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 joined by a conjunction.

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences, such as 'and,' 'but,' or 'or.'