Simple, Compound, Complex Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'Skylar likes to play second base.'

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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 conjunction. Example: 'The girls will go to the gym, but the boys will stay in the cafeteria for the meetings.'

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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. Example: 'After you get home, I want you to clean your room.'

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that has a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought. Example: 'Unless you already know how to divide fractions.'

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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. Example: 'I want you to clean your room.'

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Identify the type of sentence: 'The popcorn comes in 4 different flavors like caramel, cheese, butter, and extra butter.'

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Simple sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Unless you already know how to divide fractions.'

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None of the above.

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What conjunctions are commonly used in compound sentences?

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Common conjunctions include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet.'

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What is the purpose of a conjunction in a compound sentence?

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A conjunction connects two independent clauses to form a compound sentence.

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Can a complex sentence stand alone?

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No, a complex sentence cannot stand alone because it contains a dependent clause.