Sentence Structure & Parallel Structure

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains a subject and a verb 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 consists of two independent clauses joined by a conjunction. 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 an 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 has at least two independent clauses and one or more dependent clauses. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk, and we enjoyed it.'

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What is parallel structure?

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Parallel structure means using the same pattern of words to show that two or more ideas have the same level of importance. Example: 'I like swimming, biking, and running.'

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Identify the conjunction in this sentence: 'I wanted to go to the park, but it was closed.'

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The conjunction is 'but.'

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What is the purpose of using parallel structure in writing?

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Parallel structure improves readability and clarity by making sentences easier to follow.

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Which of the following is an example of parallel structure? 'She likes to dance, to sing, and cooking.' or 'She likes to dance, to sing, and to cook.'

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The second sentence is an example of parallel structure.

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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 every day.'

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence and usually begins with a subordinating conjunction. Example: 'Because she was tired.'