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 one independent clause and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'The cat sleeps.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction. Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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Identify the conjunction in this sentence: 'I wanted to play outside, but it was too cold.'

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The conjunction is 'but.'

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What is the purpose of a conjunction in a compound sentence?

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A conjunction connects two independent clauses in a compound sentence. Examples include 'and,' 'but,' and 'or.'

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Is the following sentence simple or compound? 'She likes ice cream, and he likes cake.'

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This is a compound sentence.

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Is the following sentence simple or compound? 'The dog barked.'

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This is a simple sentence.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it expresses a complete thought. Example: 'She runs fast.'

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence because it does not express a complete thought. Example: 'Although she was tired.'

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Fill in the blank: 'I wanted to go to the park, __________ it started to rain.'

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The correct word is 'but.'

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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 joined by a conjunction.