Simple, Compound Complex Sentences #englishgrammar

The video tutorial explains the differences between simple, compound, and complex sentences. A simple sentence contains one subject and one verb, forming a complete thought. A compound sentence consists of two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction. A complex sentence combines an independent clause with a dependent clause, linked by a subordinating conjunction.

What makes a simple sentence simple?

• It contains a dependent clause.

• It has multiple subjects and verbs.

• It has one subject, one verb, and a complete thought.

• It is joined by a coordinating conjunction.

Which of the following is true about compound sentences?

• They are made up of two independent clauses.

• They are joined by a subordinating conjunction.

• They contain a dependent clause.

• They have only one subject and verb.

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

• It introduces a dependent clause.

• It connects a subject and a verb.

• It joins two independent clauses.

• It completes a thought.

What distinguishes a complex sentence from a simple sentence?

• It contains only one verb.

• It is joined by a coordinating conjunction.

• It includes a dependent clause.

• It has multiple subjects.

How are the clauses in a complex sentence connected?

• With a coordinating conjunction.

• With a semicolon.

• With a subordinating conjunction.

• With a comma.