6th-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 and expresses a complete thought.

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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 joined by a coordinating conjunction.

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses. Common examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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Identify the conjunction in the sentence: 'I want some cereal, but the box is empty.'

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The conjunction is 'but'.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Timmy loves to play basketball, but he doesn't have a basketball.'

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This is a compound sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'I'm helping my grandma make a quilt.'

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This is a simple sentence.

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What is the purpose of a conjunction in a sentence?

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A conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses to create more complex sentences.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Cats are very independent, but they can also be very sweet.'

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This is a compound 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 an example of a simple sentence?

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An example of a simple sentence is: 'I went surfing during my summer vacation to California.'