Simple, Compound, Complex Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that has one independent clause and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'I like ice cream.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that has 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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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence is a sentence that has one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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Identify the type of sentence: 'I had chicken for dinner.'

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Simple sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'I am so very tired.'

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Simple sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'After I eat dinner, I will go for a walk.'

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Complex sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Mrs. Johnson loves coffee, and she drinks it every morning.'

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Compound sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Although potato chips are delicious, I prefer tater tots.'

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Complex 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. It has a subject and a verb. 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. It has a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought. Example: 'Because she was tired.'