Simple, Compound, & Complex Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains a subject and a verb, and it expresses a complete thought. Example: 'I like ice cream.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction. Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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What is a fragment sentence?

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A fragment sentence is an incomplete sentence that lacks a subject or a verb. Example: 'Running down the street.'

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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. It has a subject and a verb. Example: 'She enjoys reading.'

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence and depends on an independent clause. Example: 'Because she was tired.'

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What conjunctions are commonly used in compound sentences?

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Common conjunctions include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet.'

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How can you identify a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence can be identified by the presence of a dependent clause, often introduced by subordinating conjunctions like 'although', 'because', or 'when'.

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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.

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

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A simple sentence has one independent clause, while a compound sentence has two or more independent clauses.