Simple and Compound sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that has one independent clause 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 is a sentence that has at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction. Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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Identify the conjunction in the sentence: 'I wanted ice cream, but I was too full.'

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The conjunction is 'but.'

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How can you tell if a sentence is compound?

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A sentence is compound if it has two or more independent clauses connected by a conjunction.

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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 runs fast.'

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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 needs an independent clause to make sense. Example: 'Because it was raining.'

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Combine these two simple sentences into a compound sentence: 'I like pizza. I like pasta.'

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I like pizza, and I like pasta.

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What punctuation is used to separate independent clauses in a compound sentence?

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A comma is used before the conjunction to separate independent clauses in a compound sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'The sun is shining, and the birds are singing.'

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This is a compound 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 add variety to writing.