Sentence Types

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains one independent clause and no subordinate clauses. Example: 'The dog barks.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains two or more independent clauses joined by a comma and a 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 contains one independent clause and at least one subordinate 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 contains at least two independent clauses and at least one subordinate clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk, and we enjoyed it.'

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Identify the sentence type: 'Since Haley's dad is in prison, her uncle takes care of her.'

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Complex

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Identify the sentence type: 'Haley's dad is in prison, so her uncle takes care of her.'

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Compound

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Identify the sentence type: 'Haley's dad is in prison.'

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Simple

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What is the role of a conjunction in a compound sentence?

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A conjunction connects two independent clauses. Common conjunctions include 'and', 'but', and 'or.'

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What is a subordinate clause?

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A subordinate clause is a group of words that has both a subject and a verb but cannot stand alone as a complete sentence. Example: 'Because it was raining.'

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What punctuation is used before a conjunction in a compound sentence?

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A comma is used before the conjunction in a compound sentence.