Simple and compound sentences

Simple and compound sentences

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English

3rd Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a simple sentence?

Back

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

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a compound sentence?

Back

A compound sentence is a sentence that has at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction. Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a conjunction?

Back

A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses. Common conjunctions include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the conjunction in this sentence: 'I like apples and oranges.'

Back

The conjunction is 'and'.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What punctuation is used before a conjunction in a compound sentence?

Back

A comma is used before the conjunction in a compound sentence.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Is this a simple or compound sentence? 'The dog barked.'

Back

This is a simple sentence.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Is this a simple or compound sentence? 'The sun is shining, and the birds are singing.'

Back

This is a compound sentence.

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