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 or more 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 one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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

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Simple sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'I like ice cream, and my brother likes cake.'

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Compound sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'When the bell rings, the students will leave.'

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Complex sentence.

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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 enjoys reading.'

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence and usually begins with a subordinating conjunction. Example: 'Because she was tired.'

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What conjunctions are commonly used in compound sentences?

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Common conjunctions include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet.'

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What is the purpose of a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction connects a dependent clause to an independent clause. Examples include 'although', 'because', 'since', and 'unless.'