Complex Sentences

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence is a sentence that contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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Identify the components of a complex sentence.

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A complex sentence consists of an independent clause and one or more dependent clauses.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that has both a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone as a sentence.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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How can you identify a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence can be identified by the presence of a dependent clause, often introduced by subordinating conjunctions such as 'because', 'although', or 'when'.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction or a semicolon.

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that contains only one independent clause and no dependent clauses.

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Give an example of a complex sentence.

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An example of a complex sentence is: 'Although it was raining, we decided to go for a walk.'

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What role do subordinating conjunctions play in complex sentences?

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Subordinating conjunctions introduce dependent clauses and show the relationship between the dependent clause and the independent clause.

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Can a complex sentence have more than one dependent clause?

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Yes, a complex sentence can have multiple dependent clauses.