Sentence Structure

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Write 3 simple sentences. Don't forget to capitalize and use punctuation!

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Write 3 compound sentences. Don't forget to capitalize and use punctuation!

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Write 3 complex sentences. Don't forget to capitalize and use punctuation!

Fill in the Blanks

Fill in the blank: A dependent clause that begins a sentence must be followed by a

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Multiple Choice

What is the main difference between a compound sentence and a complex sentence, based on the images?

• A compound sentence has only dependent clauses, while a complex sentence has only independent clauses.

• A compound sentence has multiple independent clauses and no dependent clauses, while a complex sentence has one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

• A compound sentence uses subordinating conjunctions, while a complex sentence uses coordinating conjunctions.

• A compound sentence always starts with a subordinating conjunction.

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Write 3 compound-complex sentences. Don't forget to capitalize and use punctuation!

Draw

Identify if each sentence is

SIMPLE (S)

COMPOUND (CD)

COMPLEX (CX)

COMPOUND-COMPLEX (CD-CX)

Draw

Identify if each sentence is

SIMPLE (S)

COMPOUND (CD)

COMPLEX (CX)

COMPOUND-COMPLEX (CD-CX)

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How do you think understanding the key terms listed will help you improve your sentence structure?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT listed as a key term necessary to understand sentence structure?

• Subject

• Predicate

• Verb

• Conjunction