Sentence Types

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains one independent clause and no subordinate clauses.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one subordinate clause.

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What is a compound-complex sentence?

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A compound-complex sentence has at least two independent clauses and at least one subordinate clause.

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Identify the sentence type: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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complex

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Identify the sentence type: 'I wanted to go to the park, but it was closed.'

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compound

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Identify the sentence type: 'She loves to read.'

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simple

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Identify the sentence type: 'He went to the store, and he bought some milk.'

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compound

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or independent clauses. Examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction introduces a subordinate clause and connects it to an independent clause. Examples include 'although', 'because', and 'since'.