Simple, Compound, or Complex?

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence consists of a single independent clause, which contains a subject and a verb.

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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.

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence consists of one independent clause and one or more dependent clauses.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that has a subject and a verb and can stand alone as a complete thought.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that has a subject and a verb but cannot stand alone as a complete thought.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'The teacher knew that her students would perform well on the final exam.'

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Complex

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Identify the type of sentence: 'I am going to bed early because I am extremely tired.'

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Complex

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What does it mean for a sentence to be compound-complex?

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A compound-complex sentence contains at least two independent clauses and one or more dependent clauses.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects two independent clauses, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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Give an example of a simple sentence.

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Example: 'The dog barks.'