Types Of Sentences Flashcards
1
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Simple sentences
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Contains a subject and verb
Expresses a single complete thought that can stand on its own
Eg. The baby cried for food
2
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Compound sentence
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Has two or more independent clauses
Basically contains two simple sentences
Joined by a conjunction
Eg. The shoplifter had stolen clothes, so he ran from the police
3
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Complex sentences
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Independent clause joined by one or more dependent clauses
Always has a subordinating conjunction or relative pronoun
Eg. After eating lunch at the restaurant, Tim went to exercise at the gym
