What is a simple sentence?
Simple, Compound, Complex Sentences

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6th - 7th Grade
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A simple sentence contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'The dog barks.'
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Identify the FANBOYS word in the sentence: 'I wanted to play outside, but it was too cold.'
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but
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Identify the type of sentence: 'When I finish my homework, I will watch a movie.'
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Complex
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Identify the type of sentence: 'The cat slept on the mat.'
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Simple
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