Simple vs. Compound Sentences Flashcard

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that contains one independent clause and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'The sun is shining brightly.'

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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 (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so). Example: 'He ran fast, but he missed the bus.'

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Identify the key components of a simple sentence.

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A simple sentence consists of a subject and a predicate. Example: 'The dog barked.' (Subject: The dog, Predicate: barked)

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Identify the key components of a compound sentence.

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A compound sentence consists of two independent clauses connected by a coordinating conjunction. Example: 'The rain stopped, and the sun came out.'

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. The main coordinating conjunctions are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so.

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How can you identify a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence can be identified by checking if it has only one independent clause and no dependent clauses.

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How can you identify a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence can be identified by checking if it has two or more independent clauses connected by a coordinating conjunction.

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Give an example of a simple sentence.

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Example: 'The cake was delicious.'

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Give an example of a compound sentence.

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Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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What is the difference between a simple and a compound sentence?

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A simple sentence has one independent clause, while a compound sentence has two or more independent clauses.