English Syntax

contain a single subject and verb

• simple

• compound

• complex

• compound-complex

needs to attached to something else to make sense

• independent clause

• dependent clause

Contains an independent clause and two or more dependent clauses.

• compound

• complex

• simple

• compound-complex

contains three or more clauses, at least two or more depended clauses.

• simple

• compound

• complex

• compound-complex

elements of a sentence expressed in similar form, often a list.

• parallel

• periodic

• repetitive

• rhetorical

repeating words or phrases to enhance rhythm or create emphasis.

• periodic

• parallel

• repetitive

• rhetorical

question that draws attention to an idea.

• periodic

• balanced

• parallel

• rhetorical

Chip was still deflated that he’d allowed himself to get duped, but he put his arm around me as we started walking back to the truck.

• compound sentence

• complex sentence

• compound-complex sentence

• run-on

The task may not get any easier; however, you can get better.

• antithesis

• compound

• imperative

• complex

After I finished practicing piano, I'll help you make fudge.

• simple
• compound
• complex
• compound-complex