Simple, Compound, Complex Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence consists of one independent clause with a subject and a verb, expressing a complete thought.

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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).

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence consists of one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction is a word that connects an independent clause with a dependent clause (e.g., because, although, since).

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When is a comma required in a complex sentence?

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A comma is required when a subordinating conjunction starts the sentence.

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When is a comma not required in a complex sentence?

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A comma is not required when the subordinating conjunction is in the middle of the sentence.

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What are the three types of sentences?

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The three types of sentences are simple, compound, and complex.

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Give an example of a simple sentence.

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Example: "The dog barks."

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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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Give an example of a complex sentence.

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Example: "Although it was raining, we decided to go for a hike."