Simple, Compound and Complex Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that contains only one independent clause and no dependent clauses. Example: 'I like ice cream.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least 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 is a sentence that contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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Identify the type of sentence: 'I enjoy reading books.'

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Simple sentence

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Identify the type of sentence: 'I wanted to play outside, but it was too cold.'

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Compound sentence

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Identify the type of sentence: 'When I finish my homework, I will watch TV.'

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Complex sentence

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects two independent clauses. Common examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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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: 'Because I was tired.'

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'I went to the store.'

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Identify the type of sentence: 'I will eat my lunch after I finish my work.'

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Complex sentence