Simple and Compound Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that contains one independent clause, which means it has one subject and one predicate.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses, usually connected by a conjunction (like 'and', 'but', or 'or').

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Identify the main components of a simple sentence.

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A simple sentence consists of a subject and a predicate.

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Identify the main components of a compound sentence.

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A compound sentence consists of two independent clauses connected by a conjunction.

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Example of a simple sentence.

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The cat sleeps.

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Example of a compound sentence.

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I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.

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What conjunctions are commonly used in compound sentences?

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Common conjunctions include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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How can you identify a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence can be identified by the presence of a conjunction connecting two independent clauses.

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Is the following sentence simple or compound? 'She likes to read, and he likes to write.'

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Compound.

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Is the following sentence simple or compound? 'The dog barked.'

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Simple.