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Which type of sentence structure consists of two independent clauses joined by a conjunction?
Which type of sentence structure consists of two independent clauses joined by a conjunction?
- Simple sentence
- Compound-complex sentence
- Complex sentence
- Compound sentence (correct)
What type of sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause?
What type of sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause?
- Complex sentence (correct)
- Compound-complex sentence
- Simple sentence
- Compound sentence
Which type of sentence is defined as having two or more independent clauses and at least one dependent clause?
Which type of sentence is defined as having two or more independent clauses and at least one dependent clause?
- Compound sentence
- Complex sentence
- Compound-complex sentence (correct)
- Simple sentence
What is the defining feature of a simple sentence?
What is the defining feature of a simple sentence?
Which sentence type is considered the most basic form of sentence structure?
Which sentence type is considered the most basic form of sentence structure?
In which type of sentence can a dependent clause stand alone as a complete thought?
In which type of sentence can a dependent clause stand alone as a complete thought?
What is the primary difference between a compound sentence and a compound-complex sentence?
What is the primary difference between a compound sentence and a compound-complex sentence?
Which type of sentence can be broken down into simpler sentences?
Which type of sentence can be broken down into simpler sentences?
In a complex sentence, what is the function of the dependent clause?
In a complex sentence, what is the function of the dependent clause?
Which type of sentence is often used in persuasive or argumentative writing?
Which type of sentence is often used in persuasive or argumentative writing?
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Sentence Structures
- Compound Sentence: Consists of two independent clauses joined by a conjunction (e.g., and, but, or).
- Complex Sentence: Contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause, allowing for a subordinate relationship between thoughts.
- Complicated Sentence: Defined as having two or more independent clauses and at least one dependent clause, combining ideas of various importance.
Simple Sentence Characteristics
- Simple Sentence: Characterized by having a single independent clause, expressing a complete thought.
- Considered the most basic form of sentence structure, as it contains a subject and a predicate without additional clauses.
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