Sentence Structures

Front

Always present in a simple sentence:

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Subjects and verbs

Front

Always in a compound sentence:

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Two independent clauses.

Front

Always in a complex sentence:

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An independent clause and subordinate clause

Front

Type of sentence: 'If you do not complete your classwork, finish it at home.'

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Complex

Front

Type of sentence: I creeped into the classroom, for the lesson had already started.

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Compound

Front

Sentence type: 'They walked through the front door, although a sign said "Do not enter!"'

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Complex

Front

Type of sentence: 'The thick book fell from the shelf.'

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Simple

Front

Clause in red: Although it was late in the evening, the family decided to watch another movie.

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Dependent/ Subordinate

Front

Highlighted in the sentence: Harry and Ben walked quickly to the shop.

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Subject

Front

Highlighted in the sentence: 'The rain fell hard on the window screen.'

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verb