Simple and Complex Sentences Review

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains one independent clause and 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.

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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.

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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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Example of a simple sentence.

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"My favorite food is chicken alfredo."

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Example of a complex sentence.

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"After you get home, I want you to clean your room."

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Example of a compound sentence.

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"We ran home and ate dinner."

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What does an independent clause contain?

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An independent clause has a subject and a verb, and can stand alone as a complete sentence.

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What does a dependent clause contain?

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A dependent clause has a subject and a verb but cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.

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How many independent clauses are in a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence has one independent clause.