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What is required for a complete sentence?
What is required for a complete sentence?
What components must form a complete thought in a sentence?
What components must form a complete thought in a sentence?
What constitutes an independent clause in a sentence?
What constitutes an independent clause in a sentence?
Which combination forms the foundation of an independent clause?
Which combination forms the foundation of an independent clause?
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Complete Sentence Requirements
- A complete sentence must contain at least a subject and a predicate.
- It should express a complete thought, not leaving the reader wondering about additional information.
- Proper punctuation, usually ending with a period, question mark, or exclamation point, is essential.
Components of a Complete Thought
- It includes a subject, which indicates who or what the sentence is about.
- A verb or action word is necessary to convey what the subject is doing.
- Additional elements like objects, phrases, or clauses can enhance but are not strictly required for completeness.
Independent Clause Definition
- An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb, forming a full thought.
- It can stand alone as a complete sentence since it conveys a complete idea.
Foundation of an Independent Clause
- The combination of a subject and a predicate (verb) forms the basis of an independent clause.
- It can include objects or modifiers, but the core structure remains a subject-verb relationship.
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Test your knowledge of complete sentences by identifying the presence of a subject and a verb, and whether they form a complete thought to create an independent clause.
