Simple and compound sentances Flashcards

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that is made up of just one independent clause. They are made up of just one subject and often only a single verb.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains two or more main clauses (simple sentences) and joins them using a co-ordinating conjunction.

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Is this a compound or simple sentence?: I enjoy reading books, and my sister loves watching movies.

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Compound.

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Is this a compound or simple sentence? The weather was hot, but we still decided to go for a hike.

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Compound.

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Is this a compound or simple sentence? She studied hard for the exam, yet she didn’t get good grades.

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Compound.

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Is this a compound or simple sentence? He wanted to go to the party, so he dressed up in his best suit.

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Compound.

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Is this a compound or simple sentence? They went to the beach, but it started raining, so they had to leave.

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Compound.

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Is this a compound or simple sentence? I like chocolate.

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Simple.

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Is this a compound or simple sentence? She is sleeping.

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Simple.

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Is this a compound or simple sentence? He ran a marathon.

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Simple.

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Is this a compound or simple sentence? The sun is shining.

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Simple.

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Is this a compound or simple sentence? They laughed at the joke.

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Simple.

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