Simple and Compound Sentences

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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: 'The dog barks.'

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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 coordinating conjunction. Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. The main coordinating conjunctions are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so.

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Which punctuation mark can be used to join two independent clauses?

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A semicolon (;) can be used to join two independent clauses without a conjunction. Example: 'I like tea; she likes coffee.'

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

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

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Can a comma be used alone to join two sentences?

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No, a comma cannot be used alone to join two sentences; it must be accompanied by a coordinating conjunction.

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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 because it expresses a complete thought. Example: 'She enjoys reading.'

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence because it does not express a complete thought. Example: 'Although she enjoys reading.'

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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.

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What is an example of a compound sentence?

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Example: 'I wanted to go to the park, but it was raining.'