Sentence Structure

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What is a simple sentence?

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

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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. It often includes subordinating conjunctions.

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Identify the sentence structure: 'Yori raised his arms as he crossed the finish line at the Boston Marathon.'

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Complex sentence.

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Identify the sentence structure: 'The tacos and burritos are ready to eat.'

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Simple sentence.

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What is the difference between a simple and a compound sentence?

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A simple sentence has one independent clause, while a compound sentence has two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.

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Provide 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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What is a compound-complex sentence?

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A compound-complex sentence contains at least two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause.

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Identify the sentence structure: 'Japan took control of the Marshall Islands during WWI.'

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Simple sentence.

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What role do conjunctions play in sentence structure?

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Conjunctions connect words, phrases, or clauses, helping to form compound and complex sentences.

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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.