Sentence Structure Flashcard

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'The dog barks.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses joined by 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 dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Dr. Matthews did what could be done; it simply was not enough to save his life.'

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This is a compound sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'My classmates were wearing heavy clothes in the winter months.'

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This is a simple sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Those clouds promise snow; we might get another snow day off from school.'

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This is a compound sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Dad went hunting, but Mama decided to stay home.'

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This is a compound sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Mrs. Perry said that will be enough, and everyone agreed.'

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This is a compound sentence.

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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 enjoys reading.'

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence and usually begins with a subordinating conjunction. Example: 'Because she enjoys reading.'