Simple, Compound, Complex 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 cat sleeps.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two or more 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 walk.'

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What is a fragment sentence?

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A fragment sentence is an incomplete sentence that does not express a complete thought. Example: 'Because I was tired.'

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What does AWUBIS stand for?

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AWUBIS stands for 'Although, When, Until, Because, If, Since' - words that introduce dependent clauses in complex sentences.

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Identify the following: 'The dog barked.'

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Simple Sentence

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Identify the following: 'I wanted to go to the park, and my friend wanted to go to the beach.'

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Compound Sentence

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Identify the following: 'When the sun sets, the sky turns orange.'

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Complex Sentence

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What are the components of a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence must have at least a subject and a verb.

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What is the purpose of a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence connects two related ideas or thoughts, showing the relationship between them.