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

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A simple sentence contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'I love going on long walks.'
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What is a compound sentence?
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A compound sentence consists of two or more 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 complex sentence?
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A complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'When I see a wasp, I run for the hills.'
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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: 'I enjoy reading.'
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What is a dependent clause?
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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence and depends on an independent clause to make sense. Example: 'Although I enjoy reading.'
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What is the purpose of a conjunction in a compound sentence?
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A conjunction connects two independent clauses. Common conjunctions include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.
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What is the difference between a simple and a compound sentence?
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A simple sentence has one independent clause, while a compound sentence has two or more independent clauses.
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