Simple and Compound Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that has one independent clause and expresses a complete thought.

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What is a compound sentence?

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

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Example of a simple sentence.

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The cat sleeps.

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Example of a compound sentence.

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I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.

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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'.

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Identify the conjunction in this sentence: 'I like apples and oranges.'

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The conjunction is 'and'.

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How can you tell if a sentence is compound?

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A sentence is compound if it has more than one subject or verb and uses a conjunction to connect them.

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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 has a subject and a verb.

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Identify the independent clauses in this sentence: 'She likes to swim, and he likes to run.'

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The independent clauses are 'She likes to swim' and 'he likes to run'.

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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 and needs an independent clause.