Sentence Types - Review

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains one independent clause and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'Sarah and Ashley giggled and whispered all night.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains two independent clauses joined by a coordinate conjunction (FANBOYS) or a semicolon. Example: 'Dr. Matthews did what could be done, but it simply was not enough to save his life.'

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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What are the FANBOYS conjunctions?

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FANBOYS stands for For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So. These are coordinating conjunctions used to connect independent clauses.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Dad went fishing, but Mama decided to stay home.'

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This is a compound sentence.

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

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This is a simple sentence.

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What is the purpose of a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or independent clauses of equal importance.

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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 loves to read.'

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence; it depends on an independent clause to provide meaning. Example: 'Because she loves to read.'

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Although it was late, we decided to continue our game.'

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This is a complex sentence.