Complex Sentences

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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.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that has a subject and a verb but cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.

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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.

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What role do subordinating conjunctions play in a sentence?

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Subordinating conjunctions introduce dependent clauses and show the relationship between the dependent clause and the independent clause.

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Give an example of a subordinating conjunction.

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Examples of subordinating conjunctions include 'because', 'although', 'since', 'if', and 'when'.

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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.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or independent clauses. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'She likes to read, and he likes to write.'

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This is a compound sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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This is a complex sentence.

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What is the difference between a simple sentence and a complex sentence?

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A simple sentence contains only one independent clause, while a complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.