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. Example: 'I like ice cream.'

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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. 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 (FANBOYS).

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Identify the conjunction in this sentence: 'I wanted to play outside, but it was too hot.'

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The conjunction is 'but.'

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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, helping to create complex sentences and show relationships between ideas.

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How can you tell if a sentence is simple?

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A sentence is simple if it has only one independent clause and no dependent clauses.

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How can you tell if a sentence is compound?

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A sentence is compound if it has two or more independent clauses connected by a coordinating conjunction.

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Example of a Simple Sentence:

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'The dog barks.'

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Example of a Compound Sentence:

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'I wanted to go to the park, and my brother wanted to stay home.'

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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. It has a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.