Sentence Structure

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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 enjoy reading.'

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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 at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk, and we enjoyed it.'

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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 does not express a complete thought. Example: 'Because I was tired.'

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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 expresses a complete thought. Example: 'I went to the store.'

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How many independent clauses are in a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains two or more independent clauses.

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How many dependent clauses must a complex sentence have?

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A complex sentence must have at least one dependent clause.

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What is the purpose of a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or independent clauses. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or'.

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What is the difference between a compound and a complex sentence?

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A compound sentence has two or more independent clauses, while a complex sentence has one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.