Four Types of Sentences

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What are the four types of sentences?

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1. Simple Sentence 2. Compound Sentence 3. Complex Sentence 4. Compound-Complex Sentence

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Define a simple sentence.

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A simple sentence contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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Give an example of a simple sentence.

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The dog barks.

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Define a compound sentence.

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A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.

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Give an example of a compound sentence.

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I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.

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Define a complex sentence.

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A complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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Give an example of a complex sentence.

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Although it was raining, we decided to go for a hike.

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Define a compound-complex sentence.

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A compound-complex sentence has at least two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause.

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Give an example of a compound-complex sentence.

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While I enjoy reading, my brother prefers watching movies, and he often chooses the film.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that has a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought.