8 - Syntax Flashcards
1
Q
What are simple sentences?
A
Sentences with 1 conjugated verb
2
Q
What are compound sentences?
A
- Sentences with 2 or more coordinate clauses (connected by conjunctions e.g. but)
- 2 or more conjugated verbs
3
Q
What are complex sentences?
A
- Sentences with at least 1 main clause and 1 subordinate clause
- 2 or more conjugated verbs
4
Q
What are adjuncts?
A
- Optional constituents of a phrase
- Extra information e.g. when, where
- Can be adverbs, phrases, clauses
