Simple, Compound, Complex Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence consists of a single independent clause that has a subject and a predicate. It expresses a complete thought.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) or a semicolon.

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence consists of one independent clause and at least one dependent clause, which cannot stand alone as a complete thought.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'When Lilly's mother felt up to it, she planned a festive celebration in honor of Julius.'

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Complex

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Her parents loved him and they kissed his wet pink nose.'

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Compound

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Julius isn't going anywhere and he stayed and stayed and stayed.'

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Compound

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Lilly ran away seven times in one morning.'

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Simple

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Lilly's parents were amazed when Julius screamed.'

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Simple

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.