Sentence Structure

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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 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 is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went for a hike.'

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What is a compound-complex sentence?

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A compound-complex sentence has at least two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although I like to read, I don't have time, and I prefer to watch movies.'

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Identify the structure: 'The dog barked and the cat meowed.'

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Compound sentence.

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Identify the structure: 'When the sun sets, the sky turns orange.'

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Complex sentence.

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Identify the structure: 'She enjoys painting, and he loves drawing.'

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Compound sentence.

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Identify the structure: 'After the movie ended, we went for ice cream, and we talked about our favorite scenes.'

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Compound-complex sentence.

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What is a clause?

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A clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb. It can be independent (can stand alone) or dependent (cannot stand alone).

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet.'