Types of Sentences Flashcard

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'The dog barks.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so). Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without proper punctuation or conjunctions. Example: 'I love to read I have many books.'

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal. The main coordinating conjunctions are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so.

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What is the purpose of a conjunction in a sentence?

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Conjunctions are used to connect words, phrases, or clauses, helping to create complex and compound sentences.

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What is the difference between 'and' and 'but'?

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'And' adds information, while 'but' contrasts information. Example: 'I like ice cream, and I like cake.' vs. 'I like ice cream, but I don't like cake.'

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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. Example: 'She enjoys painting.'

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence because it does not express a complete thought. Example: 'Although she enjoys painting...'

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What punctuation is used to separate independent clauses in a compound sentence?

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A comma is used before the coordinating conjunction to separate independent clauses in a compound sentence. Example: 'I wanted to go outside, but it was raining.'

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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, I went for a walk.'