Simple and Compound Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence consists of a single independent clause with a subject and a predicate. Example: 'I love cookies.'

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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 coordinating conjunction. Example: 'I love cookies, and I love brownies.'

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. The main coordinating conjunctions are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so (FANBOYS).

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Identify the coordinating conjunction in the sentence: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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The coordinating conjunction is 'but.'

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What is the purpose of a comma before a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence?

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A comma is used before a coordinating conjunction to separate two independent clauses, ensuring clarity in the sentence.

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Provide an example of a compound sentence.

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Example: 'I wanted to go to the movies, but I didn't have enough money.'

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What is the difference between a simple sentence and a compound sentence?

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A simple sentence has one independent clause, while a compound sentence has two or more independent clauses.

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Fill in the blank: 'I enjoy reading, _______ I also like writing.'

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and

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Fill in the blank: 'She wanted to go to the party, _______ she was too tired.'

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but

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that has both a subject and a verb but cannot stand alone as a complete sentence. Example: 'Although I was tired...'