Simple, Compound, & Complex Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence consists of a single independent clause with no dependent clauses. It expresses a complete thought. Example: 'The dog barks.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so). 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: 'When the weather is nice, I love to grill.'

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Complex sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Because biking is becoming popular again, skateboarders will have to make more room on the sidewalks and streets.'

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Complex sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Carp are said by some to be delicious, but a person must know how to prepare the fish properly.'

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Compound sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Many companies in the United States are looking to hire young, energetic workers.'

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Simple sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Many trial lawyers are experts at bending the truth to help their clients.'

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Simple sentence.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or independent clauses. Examples include 'for', 'and', 'nor', 'but', 'or', 'yet', 'so'.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought. It cannot stand alone as a sentence. Example: 'Although it was raining'.