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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'I love pizza.'

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CCSS.L.1.1J

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.7.1B

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What is a fragment sentence?

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A fragment sentence is an incomplete sentence that lacks a main clause. Example: 'Although I like working.'

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CCSS.L.4.1F

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What is the purpose of commas in a sentence?

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Commas are used to separate elements in a sentence, clarify meaning, and indicate pauses. Example: 'I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.'

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction. Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

CCSS.L.9-10.2A

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence contains an independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, I went for a walk.'

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CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

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What is the function of a semicolon?

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A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list. Example: 'I have a big test tomorrow; I can't go out tonight.'

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

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What is the difference between 'that' and 'which'?

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'That' introduces essential clauses, while 'which' introduces non-essential clauses. Example: 'The book that I borrowed is great.' vs. 'The book, which I borrowed, is great.'

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.4.1A

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What is the role of conjunctions in a sentence?

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Conjunctions connect words, phrases, or clauses. Examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

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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. Example: 'She enjoys reading.'

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence and usually begins with a subordinating conjunction. Example: 'Because she enjoys reading.'

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B