Simple, Compound, Complex & Compound/Complex Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence consists of one independent clause only.

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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.

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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-complex sentence?

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A compound-complex sentence contains at least two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause.

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Identify the structure: 'Jack, Wendy and Doc loved the Overlook Hotel until scary things started to happen.'

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This is a complex sentence.

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Identify the structure: 'Because the trash pickup is Thursday, you have to put it out on Wednesday night or you'll have to wait until next week.'

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This is a compound-complex sentence.

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Identify the structure: 'Wait at school until your sister arrives, and she'll give you a ride home.'

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This is a compound-complex sentence.

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What does an independent clause contain?

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An independent clause contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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What does a dependent clause contain?

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A dependent clause contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought.

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What is the purpose of coordinating conjunctions in compound sentences?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect two independent clauses.