Simple subjects and simple predicates

Simple subjects and simple predicates

What is a simple subject?

A simple subject is the main noun or pronoun in the complete subject.

Example:
The two playful children made up a new game.

The complete subject is "two playful children". The simple subject is "children".

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What is a simple predicate?

The simple predicate is the main verb or verb phrase in the complete predicate.

Example:
The shy rabbit hopped away quickly.

The complete predicate is "hopped away quickly". The simple predicate is "hopped".

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