Simple, Compound, and Complex Sentences
See below for great resources for Sentence Structure Vocab and Examples!
Sentence Parts and Errors: http://www.towson.edu/ows/sentelmt.htm#Phrases
Kinds of Sentences with Examples: http://www.towson.edu/ows/sentences.htm
Kinds of Sentences with Examples: http://www.towson.edu/ows/sentences.htm
Simple Sentences:A complete sentence consists of a subject, verb, and a complete idea. You can also think of a simple sentence as an independent clause.
Examples: He ran. Stop! It was raining. She skipped down the trail. Compound Sentences:A compound sentence consists of two independent parts, or clauses. These independent parts can stand alone as sentences by themselves, but you want to combine them to show a connection or meaning.
We use a comma and one of the FANBOYS ( For And Nor But Or Yet So), or subordinating conjunctions to combine these independent parts. I , FANBOYS i. or We can also connect to independent parts, or two simple sentences, by putting a semicolon (;) between the two parts. The only time you use a semicolon is when both parts can stand alone on either side of the punctuation. I ; i. Complex Sentences:A complex sentence joins and independent clause and a dependent clause. We know that independent clauses may be simple sentences that stand alone. They are independent and do not need more information to be complete.
A dependent clause may be missing a subject, verb, or is not a complete thought. There are two different ways to arrange complex sentences. |
Use these quizzes and games to review and test your skills!Simple, compound, or complex? Review Game: http://www.harcourtschool.com/activity/sensort/index_pre.html
Run-on or Fragment Flashcards:
http://quizlet.com/8486311/fragments-and-run-ons-flash-cards/ Run-on or Fragment?: http://www.quia.com/pop/37752.html |