Simple and compound sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that has one independent clause and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'The dog barks.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that has at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction. Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences. Common conjunctions include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What punctuation is used before a conjunction in a compound sentence?

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A comma is used before a conjunction in a compound sentence. Example: 'I like apples, and I like oranges.'

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

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The conjunction is 'but'.

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What is the purpose of a compound sentence?

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The purpose of a compound sentence is to connect two related ideas or thoughts, showing how they are linked.

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Is this sentence simple or compound? 'She likes to swim, and he likes to run.'

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Compound.

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Fill in the blank: 'I wanted to eat ice cream, __________ I had to finish my dinner first.'

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so.

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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.'

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence. It needs an independent clause to make sense. Example: 'Because she was tired.'