Simple, Compound and Complex sentences

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What are FANBOYS?

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FANBOYS are coordinating conjunctions used to connect words, phrases, or clauses. They include: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains one independent clause and expresses a complete thought.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (FANBOYS).

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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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Give an example of a simple sentence.

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The cat sleeps.

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Give an example of a compound sentence.

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I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.

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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 hike.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence; it has a subject and a verb.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence; it does not express a complete thought.

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What role do coordinating conjunctions play in sentences?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect words, phrases, or independent clauses of equal importance.