Sentance structure

Question 1

What is compound sentance?

Answer 1

join two independant clauses with a co-ordinating conjunction

list of words (FANBOYS)

• for
• and n
• nor
• but
• or
• yet
• so

Question 2

What do complex sentances contain?

Answer 2

have subordinating conjunctions

such as:

• if
• while
• even if
• because
• although

Question 3

What are compound-complex sentences?

Answer 3

consists of two independant clauses joined with a co-ordinating conjunction and at least one subordinate clause

Question 4

What is a minor sentence

Answer 4

also known as a fragment

does not have the grammer in complex or compound sentances

Question 5

• Why would a writer use a long sentance?

Answer 5

• overwhelming or depressing atmosphere
• give the impression of time dragging

Question 6

Why would a writer use short sentances?

Answer 6

• create a sense of energy, pace and panic
• build tension
  
  • create a worried or confused tone

Question 7

Why does this contrast in long and short sentances occur?

Answer 7

• long sentances are hard to read
• short sentances create pace as you are forced to take so many short breath in tim ewith the full stops
• a change in sentance structures can emphasise a change in mood

Question 8

What is a declerative sentances contain

Answer 8

make statements and end with periods

Question 9

why are compound sentances used?

Answer 9

expand on ititial points

creating a more detailed and interesting description

Question 10

Why are complex sentances used?

Answer 10

create interest

breaks up the rhythm of the text

Question 11

What is inversion? WHy is it used

Answer 11

altering the normal word order

change the emphasis in the text, usually on the first word(s)

Question 12

What is parenthesis?

Answer 12

when an extra clause is added onto a sentance

Question 13

What is a clause?

Answer 13

part of a sentance that makes sense on its own

contains a sentance and a verb+