Combining Sentences and Sentence Types

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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: 'Jason runs.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (FANBOYS). Example: 'Jason runs, and he jumps.'

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence contains an independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'If Jason runs, he will be tired.'

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What does FANBOYS stand for?

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FANBOYS is an acronym for the coordinating conjunctions: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

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What is the purpose of using conjunctions in sentences?

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Conjunctions are used to connect words, phrases, or clauses to create more complex sentences.

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Identify the sentence type: 'I wanted to go to school today, but I was too tired.'

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This is a compound sentence.

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Identify the sentence type: 'If Jason finishes his project tonight, he can go to Pryston's house tomorrow.'

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This is a complex sentence.

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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.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence and depends on an independent clause to provide meaning. Example: 'Because he was tired.'

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Correct the sentence: 'I wanted to go to school today but I was too tired.'

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Correct: 'I wanted to go to school today, but I was too tired.' (Add a comma before 'but').