Sentence Structures

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What is a Simple Sentence?

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A Simple Sentence consists of a single independent clause with no dependent clauses. Example: 'The cat sleeps.'

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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 coordinating 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 consists of 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 Compound-Complex Sentence?

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A Compound-Complex Sentence consists of at least two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk, and we enjoyed it.'

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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 contains a subject and a verb. Example: 'She runs every day.'

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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 to provide meaning. Example: 'Because she was tired.'

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What is a Coordinating Conjunction?

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A Coordinating Conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. Common examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet.'

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What is a Subordinating Conjunction?

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A Subordinating Conjunction introduces a dependent clause and connects it to an independent clause. Examples include 'although', 'because', 'since', and 'unless.'

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What is the purpose of punctuation in compound sentences?

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Punctuation, such as commas, is used to separate independent clauses in compound sentences, often before the coordinating conjunction.

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How do you identify a Complex Sentence?

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A Complex Sentence can be identified by the presence of a dependent clause and an independent clause, often introduced by a subordinating conjunction.