Simple, Complex, Compound 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 hike.'

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Identify the type of sentence: 'If you want your car really clean, let George wash it.'

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Complex

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Patricia likes chemistry, but she likes biology better.'

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Compound

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Identify the type of sentence: 'We got lost in the woods, but my brother had a map in his backpack.'

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Compound

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Identify the type of sentence: 'If they place first, they might win five hundred dollars.'

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Complex

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Identify the type of sentence: 'I have a sister and two brothers.'

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Simple

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What is a conjunction?

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

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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. Example: 'She enjoys reading.'