Simple & Compound Sentences

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What is a Simple Sentence?

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A Simple Sentence is a sentence that contains one independent clause and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'The cat sleeps.'

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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 coordinating conjunction. Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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What are Coordinating Conjunctions?

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Coordinating Conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. The main coordinating conjunctions are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so.

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What does the acronym FANBOYS stand for?

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FANBOYS stands for: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

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Identify the coordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'I want to play outside, but it is raining.'

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The coordinating conjunction is 'but.'

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Is 'and' a coordinating conjunction?

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Yes, 'and' is a coordinating conjunction.

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Is 'so' a coordinating conjunction?

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Yes, 'so' is a coordinating conjunction.

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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 loves to read.'

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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 does not express a complete thought. Example: 'Because she loves to read.'

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Can a Simple Sentence have a compound subject?

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Yes, a Simple Sentence can have a compound subject. Example: 'Tom and Jerry are friends.'