Simple, Compound, Complex Sentence Flashcard

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains 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 contains two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction or a semicolon. 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, we went for a walk.'

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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. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk, and we enjoyed it.'

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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

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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.'

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Identify the conjunction: 'I wanted to go, but I was too tired.'

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The conjunction is 'but,' which connects two independent clauses.

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What is the role of a dependent clause in a sentence?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a complete sentence and provides additional information to the independent clause.

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What is the primary difference between a compound sentence and a complex sentence?

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A compound sentence has two or more independent clauses, while a complex sentence has one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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Which conjunction is typically used to introduce a dependent clause?

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Subordinating conjunctions, such as 'because,' 'although,' and 'if,' are used to introduce dependent clauses.