Sentence Structure

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What is sentence structure?

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Sentence structure refers to the way words are arranged to create meaningful sentences. It includes the order of words, the use of clauses, and the relationship between different parts of a sentence.

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What are the main types of sentence structures?

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The main types of sentence structures are simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex sentences.

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Define 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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Define a compound sentence.

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A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction. Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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Define 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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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 does not express a complete thought. Example: 'Because I was tired.'

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or independent clauses. The most common coordinating conjunctions are for, and, nor, but, or, yet, and so (FANBOYS).

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What is a semicolon used for?

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A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list. Example: 'I have a big test tomorrow; I can't go out tonight.'

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What is the purpose of a comma in a sentence?

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A comma is used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, to separate items in a list, or to set off introductory elements. Example: 'Before we leave, let's check the weather.'

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without proper punctuation or conjunctions. Example: 'I love to read I have many books.'