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Which of the following is NOT a function of a sentence?
Which of the following is NOT a function of a sentence?
Which type of sentence must consist of at least one independent clause?
Which type of sentence must consist of at least one independent clause?
In a compound-complex sentence, how many independent clauses and dependent clauses are required?
In a compound-complex sentence, how many independent clauses and dependent clauses are required?
What is the joining method used in a compound sentence?
What is the joining method used in a compound sentence?
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Which type of sentence expresses strong emotions or exclamations?
Which type of sentence expresses strong emotions or exclamations?
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Study Notes
Functions of a Sentence
- Identifying a function that does not pertain to sentence use is essential to understanding sentence structure.
- Common functions include stating facts, asking questions, making commands, and expressing emotions.
Types of Sentences
- Simple sentences must have at least one independent clause.
- Compound sentences consist of two or more independent clauses, joined by coordinating conjunctions or semicolons.
- Complex sentences feature one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.
Compound-Complex Sentences
- Must contain at least two independent clauses and one or more dependent clauses.
- This structure allows for nuanced and detailed expression in writing.
Joining Methods in Compound Sentences
- Use coordinating conjunctions (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) to connect independent clauses.
- Semicolons can also be employed to link closely related independent clauses.
Expressive Sentences
- Exclamatory sentences are used to convey strong emotions or exclamations.
- These sentences often end with exclamation marks to emphasize intensity.
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Test your knowledge of the forms and functions of sentences with this quiz. Explore declarative, interrogative, imperative, and exclamatory functions, as well as simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex forms.
