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: 'Rhian wore her pink dress, but it was too small.'

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Identify if this is a simple or compound sentence: 'Glexen's mother loves to cook.'

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Simple Sentence

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Identify if this is a simple or compound sentence: 'The family left early, so they arrived first.'

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Compound Sentence

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Identify if this is a simple or compound sentence: 'He did not brush his teeth, nor did he comb his hair.'

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Compound Sentence

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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 conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences. Common conjunctions include 'and', 'but', and 'or'. Example: 'I want to play, but it is raining.'

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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. Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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What is the purpose of a simple sentence?

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The purpose of a simple sentence is to convey a single idea clearly and directly. Example: 'The dog barked.'

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What is the difference between a simple and compound sentence?

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A simple sentence has one independent clause, while a compound sentence has two or more independent clauses connected by conjunctions.