Simple, Compound and Complex sentences

Simple, Compound and Complex sentences

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English

5th - 10th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a simple sentence?

Back

A simple sentence is a sentence that contains one independent clause and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'Spongebob works at the Krusty Krab.'

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a compound sentence?

Back

A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction. Example: 'Spongebob wants a driver's license, but he can't pass the test.'

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a complex sentence?

Back

A complex sentence is a sentence that contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although Spongebob is happy, he still wants to learn more.'

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the type of sentence: 'Under the sea, Spongebob lives in a pineapple.'

Back

Simple sentence.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the type of sentence: 'Mr. Krabs has a daughter named Pearl.'

Back

Simple sentence.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the type of sentence: 'In the office, Mr. Krabs counts his hard earned money.'

Back

Simple sentence.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the type of sentence: 'Spongebob wants a driver's license, but he can't pass the test.'

Back

Compound sentence.

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