Compound and Complex Sentences

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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 (e.g., and, but, or).

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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 an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it expresses a complete thought.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence because it does not express a complete thought.

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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

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Identify the type of sentence: 'I will watch my favorite show after I finish my chores.'

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Complex.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'I will make some popcorn, so I can have a snack.'

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Compound.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'She does not like running around, yet she joined the soccer team.'

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Compound.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'It is a long time until dinner, so I will make a healthy snack.'

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Compound.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'I make my bed in the morning after I get dressed.'

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Complex.