Simple, Compound, Complex Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence consists of a single independent clause with a subject and a verb, expressing a complete thought. Example: 'The dog barks.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so). 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 one 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 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. It cannot stand alone. Example: 'Because it was raining.'

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'She enjoys reading.'

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or independent clauses. The main coordinating conjunctions are for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so.

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What is the purpose of a semicolon in compound sentences?

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A semicolon is used to connect two closely related independent clauses without a coordinating conjunction. Example: 'I have a big test tomorrow; I can't go out tonight.'

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What is a compound-complex sentence?

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A compound-complex sentence contains at least two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although I like to read, I don't have time, and I prefer watching movies.'

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

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A compound sentence has two or more independent clauses, while a complex sentence has one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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What is an example of a dependent clause?

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An example of a dependent clause is 'When the sun sets.' It cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.