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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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.

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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. It has a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'After being let go, the fish swam away.'

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Complex

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Sam wanted to play outside, but Trevor wished to play games inside.'

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Compound

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Because the sun is out, we need to wear sunscreen.'

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Complex

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Identify the type of sentence: 'We went to the park after dark, and the owner told us it was closed.'

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Compound

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Identify the type of sentence: 'The cat played, and the dog ran.'

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Compound

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.