Simple, Compound, complex sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence consists of a subject and a predicate, expressing a complete thought.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.

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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.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that has both a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought.

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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 role do subordinating conjunctions play in complex sentences?

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Subordinating conjunctions introduce dependent clauses and show the relationship between the dependent clause and the independent clause.

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Can a simple sentence have a compound subject?

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Yes, a simple sentence can have a compound subject, which consists of two or more subjects joined by a conjunction.

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What is an example of a coordinating conjunction?

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Examples of coordinating conjunctions include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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What is the function of a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, indicating a relationship between the two.

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Identify a subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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Although is the subordinating conjunction.