sentence types Flashcards
1
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simple sentences
A
it has only one clause and it must contain a verb
2
Q
compound sentences
A
links two or more clauses using the conjunction ‘and’ or ‘but’
3
Q
complex sentences
A
contains two or more clauses one of which is a subordinate clause linked together with conjunctions eg. ‘by’ or ‘because’
4
Q
minor sentences
A
a phrase or a subordinate clasue being used as a complete sentence
