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What is a simple sentence?
A simple sentence is a sentence that expresses only one thought, has one independent clause, and can stand alone.
Which of the following is an example of a simple sentence?
What is a compound sentence?
A compound sentence is a sentence made up of two simple sentences or two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.
Identify the compound sentence:
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What defines a complex sentence?
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Which of the following is a complex sentence?
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What is a loose sentence?
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A run-on sentence contains two or more independent clauses that are improperly joined.
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A compound complex sentence contains at least ____ independent clauses and at least ____ dependent clause.
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Match the sentence types to their definitions:
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Study Notes
Types of Sentences
- Simple Sentences: Comprise one independent clause, expressing a single thought. No commas are used. Examples include: "He laughed." and "I study at Ajman University."
- Compound Sentences: Formed by joining two independent clauses with conjunctions such as "and," "but," "or," "nor," "so," "for," or "yet." Examples: "She did not cheat on the test, for it was not the right thing to do." and "He ran out of money, so he had to stop playing poker."
- Complex Sentences: Consist of one independent clause and at least one dependent clause, which cannot stand alone. Examples include: "She returned the computer after she noticed it was damaged." and "Though he was very rich, he was still very unhappy."
- Compound-Complex Sentences: Contain at least two independent clauses and one or more dependent clauses. An example would be "Although he was tired, he went for a run, and he enjoyed the exercise."
- Loose Sentences: Begin with an independent clause followed by additional information or modifiers. The main idea is presented first.
- Run-On Sentences: Incorrectly join multiple clauses without proper punctuation or conjunctions.
Sentence Characteristics
- Simple sentences can be lengthy and include multiple subjects and verbs, as long as there is only one independent clause.
- Examples of simple sentences may include: "Can Johnny come out to play?" and "The cat is outside."
- Complex sentences often begin with subordinate conjunctions to illustrate relations of time, cause, condition, or opposition.
Subordinating Conjunctions & Pronouns
- Time: after, before, when, since
- Cause: because, since
- Opposition: although, though, whereas
- Condition: if, unless, only if, whether or not
- Examples of Complex Sentences: "Because my coffee was too cold, I heated it in the microwave." and "As she was bright and ambitious, she became manager in no time."
Important Notes
- Understanding the structure of sentences helps improve clarity and coherence in writing.
- Using various types of sentences can enhance the overall quality and engagement of written communication.
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Test your knowledge on different types of sentences including simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex sentences. This quiz will help you understand the structure and usage of various sentence forms. Challenge yourself and enhance your writing skills with this engaging quiz!
