Sentence Structure Practice Flashcardizz

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence consists of a single independent clause with no dependent clauses. Example: 'The dog barks.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (FANBOYS). Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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What is a compound-complex sentence?

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A compound-complex sentence has at least two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk, and we enjoyed it.'

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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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Identify the type of sentence: 'We heard the siren and saw the police car.'

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Simple sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'After I finished practicing piano, I'll help you make fudge.'

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Complex sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Father put the baby to bed at seven o'clock, but she didn't fall asleep for a long time.'

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Compound sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Carla would prefer to vacation in the Caribbean, but I'd rather spend time in Europe.'

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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; it has a subject and a verb. Example: 'She runs fast.'