Simple and Compound Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that has one independent clause and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'The cat is sleeping.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that has at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction. Example: 'It rained yesterday, so we stayed indoors.'

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Identify if this is a simple or compound sentence: 'We like to play soccer.'

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Simple

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Identify if this is a simple or compound sentence: 'Jack and Rose are best friends.'

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Simple

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Identify if this is a simple or compound sentence: 'Bobby loves to swim, and he is on the swim team.'

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Compound

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences. Examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What does it mean to express a complete thought?

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To express a complete thought means to convey a clear idea that can stand alone as a sentence.

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Can a simple sentence have a compound subject?

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Yes, a simple sentence can have a compound subject, which means it has two or more subjects. Example: 'Jack and Jill went up the hill.'

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it has a subject and a verb.

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What is the purpose of using compound sentences?

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Compound sentences are used to connect related ideas and show the relationship between them.