Sentences Flashcards
What is the formal definition of a sentence?
A group of related words that must include at least one independent clause (one set of a subject and a predicate without a word that creates dependence). However, as long as it includes the minimum requirement of one independent clause, a sentence can include more than one clause as well as phrases.
What is the function of sentences?
As a group of related words, a sentence conveys a complete meaning about a subject performing an action, about something happening, or about a subject in a certain state of being.
What are the types of sentences?
Declarative-Interrogative-Imperative-Exclamatory. DIIE
Define a Declarative Sentence
Used to make a statement (declaration)
Define an Interrogative Sentence
Used to ask a question.
Define an Imperative Sentence
Used to give a command
Define an Exclamatory Sentence
Used to express emphasis or strong feeling.
What are the different types of sentences MAINLY
Simple-Compound-Complex-Compound/Complex
What are the characteristics of a simple sentence?
Only one independent clause (subject and a verb).
What is the definition of a Compound Sentence?
Consists of two or more clauses without any dependent clauses. The independent clauses must be joined by coordinating conjunctions (FANBOYS), correlative conjunctions (neither,nor,either/or), and by a semicolon (usually followed by a conjunctive adverb such as however, therefore, moreover).
What is the definition of a complex sentence?
Consists of one independent clause and one or more dependent clauses.
What is the definition of a compound-complex sentence?
Consists of two or more independent clauses and one or more dependent clauses. The independent clauses must be joined by a comma followed by a coordinating or correlative conjunction.
