Grammar Flashcard-Simple Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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What is a sentence fragment?

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A sentence fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought and is not a complete sentence.

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Identify the verb in the sentence: 'The dog barks.'

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The verb is 'barks.'

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What is the subject in the sentence: 'The cat sleeps on the mat.'

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The subject is 'The cat.'

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What is an example of a simple sentence?

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An example of a simple sentence is: 'I enjoy reading books.'

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What is the purpose of a verb in a sentence?

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The verb expresses the action or state of being in a sentence.

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What does it mean to ask a question?

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To ask a question means to seek information or clarification about something.

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What is an example of a sentence fragment?

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An example of a sentence fragment is: 'Running down the street.'

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How can you turn a sentence fragment into a complete sentence?

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You can turn a sentence fragment into a complete sentence by adding a subject and a verb to express a complete thought.

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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 joined by a conjunction.