Simple, Compound, and Complex Sentences

The man's suit did not match his tie.

The pineapple sat on the counter.

I wanted to join the band because I play the saxophone well.

Dependent or Independent Clause: after cleaning the living room

Dependent or Independent Clause: a car sped down the freeway

When Mark was new at school, Moumin was the first to befriend him.

Is this a complete sentence? "The green apple"

Is this a complete sentence? "Minion, who is sitting in the back of the room"

Dependent or Independent Clause: when she wanted to go skiing

Is this a complete sentence? "Kaylee, Caitlin, and I switched places during school, but we did not get into trouble."

My favorite TV show is Supernatural, but my sister really likes The Vampire Diaries.

This type of sentence Contains two related simple sentences (independent clauses) that are joined together in two basic ways. With a comma and a conjunction (FANBOYS) or with a semi colon.

My mom set the groceries on the counter, and the dog ran off with his food.

Although Jessica loved country music, she also enjoyed listening to jazz.

What does FANBOYS stand for?

This type of sentence Has one independent clause (simple sentence) plus one dependent clause joined together with a subordinate conjunction

The cat and dog fought in the living room.

Christie and William drove to the park and ate lunch.

Kelly wanted to go ice skating, but Natalie desired to go to the bowling alley.

Is this a complete sentence? "Kyle and I went to the zoo."

Mark held the ball in his hand and didn't know where to throw it.

The manager of the store walked the floor, and his employees were taking care of the stock room.

We packed up all the camping gear after our tent was destroyed by a bear.

The police officer turned on his lights, and the red Mustang pulled to the side of the road.

Isabella tried out for the school play and was thrilled when she earned the lead part!

Dependent or Independent Clause: the horse jumped the fence