Simple, Compound Complex

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains one independent clause and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'The dog barks.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction. Example: 'I wanted to play, but it was raining.'

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What is a complex sentence?

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

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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 cannot stand alone as a sentence. It has a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought. Example: 'Because it was raining.'

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences. Common conjunctions include 'and', 'but', and 'or'. Example: 'I like apples and oranges.'

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What is a compound-complex sentence?

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A compound-complex sentence has at least two independent clauses and one or more dependent clauses. Example: 'Although it was raining, I went for a walk, and I took my umbrella.'

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

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A comma is used before the conjunction to separate the independent clauses. Example: 'I wanted to go, but I was too tired.'

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What is the difference between a simple 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. Example: Simple: 'The cat sleeps.' Compound: 'The cat sleeps, and the dog barks.'

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What is an example of a complex sentence?

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An example of a complex sentence is: 'When I finish my homework, I will watch TV.'