Simple, Compound, and Complex Sentences

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a simple sentence?
Back
A simple sentence contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'The cat sleeps.'
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a compound sentence?
Back
A compound sentence consists of two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction. Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a complex sentence?
Back
A complex sentence contains an independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a subordinating conjunction?
Back
A subordinating conjunction connects a dependent clause to an independent clause. Examples include 'although,' 'because,' and 'since.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a coordinating conjunction?
Back
A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or independent clauses. The most common ones are 'for,' 'and,' 'nor,' 'but,' 'or,' 'yet,' and 'so.'
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Identify the conjunction in the sentence: 'I wanted to play outside, but it was too cold.'
Back
The conjunction is 'but.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of a compound sentence?
Back
A compound sentence is used to connect two related ideas or thoughts, showing a relationship between them.
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