Main Sentence Types

The video tutorial explains the three main types of sentences: simple, compound, and complex. Simple sentences contain a subject and a verb, expressing a complete thought. Compound sentences are formed by joining two or more simple sentences with coordinating conjunctions. Complex sentences consist of an independent clause and one or more dependent clauses. The tutorial provides examples and emphasizes the importance of using varied sentence types to enhance writing quality.

Why is it important to use a variety of sentence types in writing?

• To make writing more difficult to understand

• To increase the word count

• To keep the reader engaged and entertained

• To make writing sound more formal

What is a requirement for a simple sentence?

• It must contain a dependent clause

• It must have a compound subject

• It must use a coordinating conjunction

• It must express a complete thought

Which of the following is an example of a simple sentence?

• We wanted to watch a movie, but we ran out of time.

• Before going to bed, Mia brushed her teeth.

• You can come with us if you need a ride.

• Brian is my best friend.

What is a compound sentence made up of?

• A sentence with multiple verbs

• A simple sentence with a compound subject

• Two or more simple sentences joined by a coordinating conjunction

• One independent clause and one dependent clause

Which word is a coordinating conjunction?

• Because

• Although

• And

• Before

What is a complex sentence composed of?

• Multiple compound subjects

• An independent clause and one or more dependent clauses

• Two independent clauses

• A single independent clause

When should a comma be used in a complex sentence?

• Before a coordinating conjunction

• After the last word in a dependent clause if it starts the sentence

• Between two independent clauses

• Before a compound subject