Writing Simple Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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What is a sentence fragment?

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A sentence fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought and is missing either a subject or a verb.

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Example of a simple sentence:

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I don't drink soda.

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Example of a sentence fragment:

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Crying all night.

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What does a simple sentence need to have?

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A simple sentence needs to have at least one subject and one verb.

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Can a simple sentence have more than one subject?

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Yes, a simple sentence can have more than one subject, as long as it has one verb.

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Is 'Washing the dishes' a complete thought?

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No, 'Washing the dishes' is a sentence fragment because it does not express a complete thought.

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Is 'The noisy children' a simple sentence?

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No, 'The noisy children' is a sentence fragment because it lacks a verb.

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What is an example of a complete thought?

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You and I are going to the park.

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What is the difference between a simple sentence and a sentence fragment?

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A simple sentence expresses a complete thought, while a sentence fragment does not.