Simple, Compound, and Complex Sentences

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What are simple sentences?

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Simple sentences have a subject and just one main verb. They are important for making clear points but can lack detail if overused.

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Example of a simple sentence

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He walked quickly back to the house.

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What are compound sentences?

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Compound sentences have more than one verb and contain two or more clauses. The clauses make sense on their own and are linked by coordinating conjunctions like 'and', 'but', and 'so'.

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Example of a compound sentence

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George realised he had forgotten his wallet so he walked quickly back to the house.

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What are complex sentences?

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Complex sentences include a subordinate clause, which is dependent on the main clause to make sense. They add extra information and detail.

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Example of a complex sentence

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George wanted to stay outside even though it was raining and windy.

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Activity 1

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Create your own superhero by drawing them and writing their name, superpowers, and descriptive words or phrases.

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Activity 2

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Write at least four simple sentences about your superhero, ensuring each has one main verb and makes sense on its own.

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Activity 3

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Write at least three compound sentences about your superhero, joining two main clauses with words like 'and', 'so', or 'but'.

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Activity 4

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Write at least two complex sentences about your superhero, using a subordinate clause to add detail with words like 'because', 'when', or 'despite'.