Simple Sentences
What is a simple sentence?
A sentence with one independent clause.
What two things must a sentence have to be compound?
Two independent clauses./ Two complete sentences
What two types of clauses make a complex sentence?
One independent clause and at least one dependent clause.
The cat slept on the fluffy green couch.
Simple
Combine these two sentences into a compound sentence: "I was hungry. I made a sandwich."
I was hungry, so I made a sandwich.
Identify the simple sentence:
A. I like pepperoni pizza and stuffed crust.
B. I like pizza, but my brother likes tacos.
C. If I get pizza, I will be so happy.
A
Identify the conjunction: "I wanted to go outside, but it started raining."
But
What is a dependent clause?
A group of words with a subject and verb that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.
I wanted ice cream, so I went to the store.
Compound
Add a subordinating conjunction to make this a complex sentence: "I stayed inside ______ it was raining."
Because, since, or although (depending on the resulting meaning).
What is the subject in this sentence? "The excited students hurried to the playground."
The excited students.
Why is this a compound sentence? "The bell rang, and the students packed their backpacks."
It has two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.
Identify the subordinating conjunction: "Although it was raining, we still went outside."
Although
My brother and I cleaned the kitchen, but we forgot to sweep the floor.
Compound
Turn this simple sentence into a complex sentence: "We went to the park."
Is this a simple sentence? Explain.
Mia and Lily played soccer and basketball.
Yes. It has one independent clause, even though it has a compound subject.
What are the seven coordinating conjunctions?
For, and, nor, but, or, yet, so (FANBOYS).
Why is this a complex sentence? "I brought my umbrella because the forecast predicted rain.
It has one independent clause and one dependent clause.
I passed the test because I studied.
Complex
Write a compound sentence and a complex sentence about turtles.
TBD
Write a simple sentence that contains a compound predicate.
Answers will vary. Example: The dog barked and jumped.
s this compound? Explain. "I ate breakfast and brushed my teeth."
No. It has one independent clause with a compound predicate. It is not a complete sentence on both sides of the conjunction.
What is the dependent clause in this sentence? "When the movie ended, everyone clapped."
When the movie ended.
She ran and jumped over the puddle.
Simple
Why is this NOT a complex sentence? "I went to bed after dinner."
"After" is being used as a preposition, not a subordinating conjunction. There is no dependent clause.