SIMPLE or COMPOUND SENTENCE?

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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: 'Charee waited for the train.'

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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: 'We took the bus, but it was crowded.'

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Glexen's mother loves to cook.'

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Simple Sentence

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Everyone sang a beautiful song, and they presented a dance number.'

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Compound Sentence

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences. Examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Rhian wore her pink dress, but it was too small.'

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Compound 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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Identify the type of sentence: 'The cat slept on the mat.'

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Simple Sentence

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What is the purpose of a compound sentence?

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The purpose of a compound sentence is to connect two related ideas or thoughts.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'I wanted to go outside, but it started to rain.'

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Compound Sentence