Simple, Compound, and Complex Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence consists of a single independent clause with no dependent clauses. Example: 'The dog barks.'

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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 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 consists of one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went for a hike.'

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence. It has a subject and a verb. Example: 'She enjoys reading.'

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence and depends on an independent clause. Example: 'Because it was raining.'

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction connects a dependent clause to an independent clause. Examples include 'although,' 'because,' and 'while.'

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or independent clauses. The most common coordinating conjunctions are 'for,' 'and,' 'nor,' 'but,' 'or,' 'yet,' and 'so' (FANBOYS).

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Identify the type of sentence: 'If you yell at the world, you will regret it.'

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Complex sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Shaun White's snowboard is right in front of him.'

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Simple sentence.

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What is the purpose of using conjunctions in sentences?

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Conjunctions are used to connect words, phrases, or clauses to create more complex sentences.