Simple and Compound sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that contains a subject and a verb, and it expresses a complete thought.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction such as 'and', 'or', or 'but'.

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Give an example of a simple sentence.

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'I enjoy reading books.'

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Give 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 are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal, such as 'and', 'or', and 'but'.

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How can you identify a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence can be identified by the presence of two independent clauses connected by a coordinating conjunction.

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What is the difference between a simple sentence 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.

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Can a compound sentence have more than two clauses?

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Yes, a compound sentence can have three or more independent clauses joined by coordinating conjunctions.

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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.

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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.