Compound and Complex Sentence Practice

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (e.g., and, but, or). 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 is a sentence that contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: "Although it was raining, I went for a walk."

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that contains only one independent clause and no dependent clauses. Example: "I like ice cream."

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What is a compound-complex sentence?

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A compound-complex sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause. Example: "Although I like ice cream, I don't eat it often because I'm lactose intolerant."

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. Common coordinating conjunctions include: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that has both a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought. Example: "Because I was tired."

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that has a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought. Example: "I went to the store."

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How do you punctuate a compound sentence?

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In a compound sentence, use a comma before the coordinating conjunction that joins the independent clauses. Example: "I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain."

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How do you punctuate a complex sentence?

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In a complex sentence, if the dependent clause comes first, use a comma before the independent clause. Example: "Although it was raining, I went for a walk." If the independent clause comes first, no comma is needed.

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What is the purpose of using complex sentences?

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Complex sentences allow writers to show relationships between ideas, such as cause and effect, contrast, or condition. They add depth to writing.