Front

One independent clause.

Back

Simple

Front

Two independent clauses + coordinating conjunction.

Back

Compound

Front

Independent clause + dependent clause (subordinating conjunction)

Back

Complex

Front

Two or more independent clauses with coordinating conjunction and at least one dependent clause with subordinating conjunction.

Back

Compound-complex

Front

Vampire Dairies is my favorite show, and I also love True Blood.

Back

Compound

Front

The student wiped the filthy whiteboard with last week's notes.

Back

Simple

Front

Trendy fashion designer released new line on Wednesday.

Back

Simple

Front

Trina and Hareem celebrated their anniversary at a restaurant in Hollywood.

Back

Simple

Front

Wicked Regina cast a spell on the city; citizens rebelled.

Back

Compound

Front

Angela went to Home Depot while waiting for the paint to dry, and Martin organized the kitchen appliances.

Back

Compound-complex