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, expressing a complete thought.

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What is a subject in a sentence?

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The subject is the part of the sentence that tells who or what the sentence is about.

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What is a verb?

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A verb is a word that describes an action, occurrence, or state of being.

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What is wrong with the sentence 'The teacher.'?

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There is no verb.

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What is missing from the sentence 'The students their lunch.'?

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There is no verb.

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Can a person be a subject in a sentence?

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Yes, a person can be a subject in a sentence.

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Can an animal be a subject in a sentence?

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Yes, an animal can be a subject in a sentence.

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What is an example of a simple sentence?

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The dog barks.

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What does 'complete thought' mean in relation to a simple sentence?

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A complete thought means that the sentence expresses a full idea and can stand alone.

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What is the verb in the sentence 'Before the play, Jose studied his lines.'?

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Studied.