Types of Sentence Structures

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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: 'I like ice cream.'

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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 (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so). 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, we 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, we went for a walk, and we enjoyed it.'

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Identify the structure: 'I like playing Quizizz quizzes, but I don't like losing.'

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Compound sentence.

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Identify the structure: 'I need to finish writing this story, but I'd rather read this book.'

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Compound sentence.

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Identify the structure: 'The lasagna started to burn, and the smoke alarm was triggered.'

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Compound sentence.

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Identify the structure: 'When I play a Quizizz quiz, I have to remain focused.'

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Complex sentence.

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Identify the structure: 'After we ate lunch, my brother and I played outside.'

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Complex sentence.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal. Examples include 'for', 'and', 'nor', 'but', 'or', 'yet', 'so'.