Sentences vs. Fragments

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What is a simple predicate?

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The simple predicate is the main verb or verb phrase that tells what the subject does or is. For example, in the sentence 'The dog barks,' 'barks' is the simple predicate.

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What is a sentence?

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A sentence is a complete thought that contains a subject and a predicate. It expresses a complete idea and can stand alone.

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What is a fragment?

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A fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought. It is missing either a subject, a verb, or does not convey a complete idea.

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Identify the simple predicate in the sentence: 'The cat chased the mouse.'

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chased

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Identify whether the following is a sentence or a fragment: 'Because I was late.'

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Fragment

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Identify whether the following is a sentence or a fragment: 'The sun is shining.'

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Sentence

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What is the difference between a sentence and a fragment?

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A sentence expresses a complete thought and can stand alone, while a fragment does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone.

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Identify the simple predicate in the sentence: 'She will finish her homework.'

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finish

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Identify whether the following is a sentence or a fragment: 'Running through the park.'

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Fragment

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Identify whether the following is a sentence or a fragment: 'He enjoys playing soccer.'

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Sentence