Simple, Compound, Complex sentences

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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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Identify the independent clause in this sentence: 'If it rains, we will stay inside.'

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The independent clause is 'we will stay inside.'

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Identify the dependent clause in this sentence: 'Because I was tired, I went to bed early.'

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The dependent clause is 'Because I was tired.'

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences. Examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What is the purpose of a semicolon in a compound sentence?

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A semicolon is used to connect two independent clauses without a conjunction. Example: 'I like tea; my sister prefers coffee.'

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What is an example of a compound sentence?

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An example of a compound sentence is: 'I wanted to play outside, but it was too cold.'

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What is an example of a complex sentence?

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An example of a complex sentence is: 'When the sun sets, the sky turns orange.'

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What is the difference between an independent clause and a dependent clause?

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An independent clause can stand alone as a sentence, while a dependent clause cannot stand alone and needs an independent clause.