Simple, Compound, Fragment, or Run-On Sentences

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What is a complete sentence?

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A complete sentence expresses a complete thought and has a subject and a verb.

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What is a sentence fragment?

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A sentence fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought.

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains one independent clause and expresses a complete thought.

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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 conjunction.

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without proper punctuation or conjunction.

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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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Example of a complete sentence.

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The dog barked loudly.

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Example of a sentence fragment.

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Running in the park.

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Example of a simple sentence.

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She loves to read.

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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.