Simple, Compound, and Complex Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence consists of a single independent clause that has a subject and a predicate, expressing a complete thought.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) or a semicolon.

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What is a complex sentence?

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

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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.

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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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What is the main verb in a sentence?

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The main verb is the verb that shows the primary action or state of being in the sentence.

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How can you identify a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence can be identified by the presence of two or more independent clauses connected by a coordinating conjunction or a semicolon.

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What role do coordinating conjunctions play in compound sentences?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect independent clauses in a compound sentence, indicating a relationship between the clauses.

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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 in addition to the independent clause.

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What is the difference between a simple sentence and a compound sentence?

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A simple sentence has one independent clause, while a compound sentence has two or more independent clauses.