Complex and Compound Complex Sentences Sentences

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What is a complex sentence?

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

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Give an example of a complex sentence.

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After I finish my homework, I will go to the movies.

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Can a complex sentence have more than one dependent clause?

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Yes.

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What is a compound sentence?

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

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Give an example of a compound sentence.

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She went to the store, and he went to the gym.

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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.

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Give an example of a dependent clause.

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Because it was raining outside.

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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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Give an example of an independent clause.

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She went to the store.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects two independent clauses, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.