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What is a complex sentence?

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

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What is the purpose of using commas in a sentence?

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Commas are used to separate items in a list, to set off introductory elements, and to separate independent clauses when joined by conjunctions.

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What is a compound sentence?

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

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What is the difference between a dependent clause and an independent clause?

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An independent clause can stand alone as a sentence, while a dependent clause cannot stand alone and depends on an independent clause.

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What is a verb?

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A verb is a word that describes an action, occurrence, or state of being.

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What is the correct way to punctuate a list?

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Use commas to separate items in a list, and use 'and' before the last item.

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What is an example of a correctly punctuated complex sentence?

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After I got home from school, I walked the dog, put away laundry, and finished my homework.

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How do you combine sentences effectively?

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You can combine sentences by using conjunctions, relative pronouns, or by restructuring the sentences.

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What is an introductory phrase?

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An introductory phrase is a group of words that provides context or background information for the main part of the sentence.

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What is the role of conjunctions in sentences?

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Conjunctions are words that connect clauses or sentences, such as 'and', 'but', 'or', and 'because'.