Simple and Compound Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains one independent clause and expresses a complete thought.

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What is a compound sentence?

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

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True or False: A simple sentence has 2 or more independent clauses.

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False

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Identify the type of sentence: 'Judy and Grace ate an entire pizza during lunch.'

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Simple Sentence

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Identify the type of sentence: 'I went surfing during my summer vacation to California.'

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Simple Sentence

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Identify the type of sentence: 'I really wanted to eat a pumpkin muffin, so I drove to the store to buy one.'

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Compound Sentence

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Identify the type of sentence: 'My book club book is so good; I can't put it down!'

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Compound Sentence

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or independent clauses. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or'.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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What is the difference between a simple sentence 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.