Complex Sentences

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence is a sentence that contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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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.

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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.

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses. Examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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Give an example of a complex sentence.

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"Although it was raining, we decided to go for a walk."

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What is the purpose of a comma in a complex sentence?

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A comma is often used to separate the independent clause from the dependent clause, especially when the dependent clause comes first.

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that contains only one independent clause and no dependent clauses.

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What is a fragment?

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A fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone as a sentence.

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How can you fix a run-on sentence?

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You can fix a run-on sentence by adding a conjunction, a comma, or by separating it into two sentences.

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What is the role of the word 'but' in a sentence?

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The word 'but' is a conjunction that shows contrast between two ideas.