sentence structures

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What is a simple sentence?

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

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What is a compound sentence?

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

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What is a complex sentence?

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

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What is a compound-complex sentence?

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A compound-complex sentence is a type of sentence that contains at least two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause.

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Identify the structure: 'I want to wear my blue shirt with the yellow and green stripes.'

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This is a simple sentence.

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Identify the structure: 'Her eyes were shining brilliantly, but her face had lost its colour within twenty seconds.'

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This is a compound sentence.

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Identify the structure: 'She has no conversation,' he said, 'and I am afraid that she is a coquette, for she is always flirting with the wind.'

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This is a compound sentence.

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Identify the structure: 'Juan played football, yet Juanita went shopping.'

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This is a compound sentence.

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

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Coordinating conjunctions connect two independent clauses in a compound sentence.

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Give an example of a complex sentence.

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Although it was raining, we decided to go for a walk.