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What is the definition of a simple sentence?
A simple sentence contains one independent clause. An independent clause contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.
Give an example of a simple sentence.
The dog barked loudly
What is a compound sentence?
• A compound sentence contains two or more independent clauses, often joined by a coordinating conjunction
Provide an example of a compound sentence.
The sun was shining, and the birds were singing.
What is a complex sentence?
A complex sentence contains one independent clause and one or more dependent clauses.
Give an example of a complex sentence.
Because it was raining, the game was cancelled.
What is a compound-complex sentence?
A compound-complex sentence contains two or more independent clauses and one or more dependent clauses.
Provide an example of a compound-complex sentence.
Although it was late, we finished the project, and we celebrated our success.
What is the difference between a simple, compound, and complex sentence?
A simple sentence has one independent clause; a compound sentence has two or more independent clauses; a complex sentence has one independent clause and one o
Identify the independent and dependent clauses: "Because the storm was approaching, the fishermen returned to shore quickly, and they secured their boats."
Independent clauses: "the fishermen returned to shore quickly," and "they secured their boats." Dependent clause: "Because the storm was approaching"
What are the four types of sentence structure?
Simple Sentence, Compound Sentence, Complex Sentence, Compound-Complex Sentence
Identify the sentence type: "The sun shone brightly, and the birds sang sweetly."
Compound - This sentence contains two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction ("and").
