Simple Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that contains a subject and a predicate, expressing a complete thought.

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What are the two main parts of a simple sentence?

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The two main parts of a simple sentence are the subject and the predicate.

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What is a subject in a sentence?

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The subject is the part of the sentence that tells who or what the sentence is about.

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What is a predicate in a sentence?

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The predicate is the part of the sentence that tells what the subject does or is.

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Can a single word be a subject?

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Yes, a single word can be a subject, such as a noun or pronoun.

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What is an example of a simple sentence?

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"The cat sleeps." is an example of a simple sentence.

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What is a compound subject?

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A compound subject consists of two or more subjects that share the same verb.

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What is an example of a compound subject?

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"Tom and Jerry are friends." is an example of a compound subject.

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What is a complete thought?

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A complete thought is a statement that can stand alone as a sentence.

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What is an example of a complete thought?

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"She loves to read." is an example of a complete thought.