Complex Sentences

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence is a sentence that contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Before the queen rode in the parade, she gave a speech.'

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This is a complex sentence.

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that contains only one independent clause and no dependent clauses.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'The teacher and the principal met in the hall near the library.'

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This is a simple sentence.

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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 expresses a complete thought.

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Identify the independent clause: 'I shook my head.'

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This is an independent clause.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence because it does not express a complete thought.

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Identify the type of clause: 'When it was springtime.'

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This is a dependent clause.

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction is a word that connects a dependent clause to an independent clause.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in the sentence: 'Call me when you arrive.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'when'.