Simple, Compound, Complex Sentences
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12th Grade - University
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a simple sentence?
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A simple sentence consists of a single independent clause with a subject and a verb, expressing a complete thought. Example: 'The dog barks.'
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a compound sentence?
Back
A compound sentence contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so). Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a complex sentence?
Back
A complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a dependent clause?
Back
A dependent clause is a group of words that has both a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought. It cannot stand alone. Example: 'Because it was raining.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an independent clause?
Back
An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'She enjoys reading.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are coordinating conjunctions?
Back
Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or independent clauses. The main coordinating conjunctions are for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the purpose of a semicolon in compound sentences?
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A semicolon is used to connect two closely related independent clauses without a coordinating conjunction. Example: 'I have a big test tomorrow; I can't go out tonight.'
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