Simple, Compound, Complex, Compound-Complex Sentences Flashcard

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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: 'The cat sat on the mat.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction. Example: 'The dog is barking, and the cat is meowing.'

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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: 'When the rain stopped, the sun appeared.'

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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 it was raining, I went for a walk, and my friend stayed home.'

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Identify the conjunction in this sentence: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it was raining.'

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The conjunction is 'but.'

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What is the purpose of a coordinating conjunction?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect words, phrases, or independent clauses. Examples include 'and,' 'but,' and 'or.'

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What is the purpose of a subordinating conjunction?

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Subordinating conjunctions connect an independent clause with a dependent clause. Examples include 'because,' 'although,' and 'when.'

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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: 'The sun is shining.'

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence and depends on an independent clause. Example: 'When the rain stopped.'

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How can you identify a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence can be identified by the presence of two independent clauses connected by a coordinating conjunction.