Simple & 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 are FANBOYS?

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FANBOYS is an acronym for the coordinating conjunctions: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So. They are used to connect words, phrases, or independent clauses.

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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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How do you combine two simple sentences into a compound sentence?

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You can combine two simple sentences by using a coordinating conjunction (FANBOYS) to connect them. Example: 'I like apples. I like oranges.' becomes 'I like apples, and I like oranges.'

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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 does not express a complete thought. Example: 'Because she was tired.'

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Give an example of a simple sentence.

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Example: 'The cat sleeps on the mat.'

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Give an example of a compound sentence.

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Example: 'I wanted to go to the park, but it was closed.'

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What is the purpose of using conjunctions in sentences?

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Conjunctions are used to connect words, phrases, or clauses, helping to create more complex and varied sentences.