Sentence Structure

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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 dog barks.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two independent clauses joined by a coordinating 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 one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, I went for a walk.'

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What is a compound-complex sentence?

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A compound-complex sentence has at least two independent clauses and one or more dependent clauses. Example: 'Although it was raining, I went for a walk, and my friend stayed home.'

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Define an independent clause.

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An independent clause is a group of words that has a subject and a verb and can stand alone as a complete sentence.

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Define a dependent clause.

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A dependent clause is a group of words that has a subject and a verb but cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.

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What are relative pronouns?

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Relative pronouns are words that introduce relative clauses, such as 'who,' 'whom,' 'whose,' 'which,' and 'that.'

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What type of clause does a relative pronoun introduce?

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A relative pronoun introduces an adjective clause.

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What is the function of an adjective clause?

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An adjective clause modifies a noun or pronoun in the main clause. Example: 'The book that I borrowed was interesting.'

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. Examples include 'and,' 'but,' and 'or.'