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Sentence Structure

The document discusses different types of sentence structures: simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex. It defines each structure by the number of independent and dependent clauses. Simple sentences contain 1 independent clause. Compound sentences contain 2 or more independent clauses. Complex sentences contain 1 independent clause and 1 or more dependent clauses. Compound-complex sentences contain 2 or more independent clauses and 1 or more dependent clauses.

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Sentence Structure

The document discusses different types of sentence structures: simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex. It defines each structure by the number of independent and dependent clauses. Simple sentences contain 1 independent clause. Compound sentences contain 2 or more independent clauses. Complex sentences contain 1 independent clause and 1 or more dependent clauses. Compound-complex sentences contain 2 or more independent clauses and 1 or more dependent clauses.

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Sentence

Structures:
Simple, Compound,
Complex, Compound-
Complex
What is sentence
structure anyway?
The structure of a
sentence refers to:

The kinds and # of

clauses a sentence has.


What is a clause again?

•Group of words
with a subject & verb
•May or may not
have a complete
thought
When will a clause have a
complete thought?
Ask Webbie!

That’s right…if it’s i-n-d-e-p-e-n-d-


e-n-t!
So… an •Subject

independent clause •Verb


has what 3 things? •Complete Thought
When will a clause not
have a complete
thought?
If it’s Dependent!
What kinds of words introduce
dependent clauses again?

Relative Pronouns: Subordinating


that, which, who, & Conjunctions: if,
whom, whose when, because, since,
It’s so easy,
it’s a piece of
Simple Sentence Definition:
cake!
1 Independent Clause
Example:
I like to play softball.
“It’s a
cakewalk!!!”
“Hey, that’s a simple
sentence too!!!”
Compound Sentence Definition:

2 (or more) Independent Clauses


Example: I went to the game early, but I
forgot my wallet.
1 Independent
+ 1 Independent
= 2 Independent Clauses!
Think of a compound
word…basketball!
What part of
speech combines
things?
Conjunctions!
This is how you will combine
clauses & sentences together!
What are 3 ways to
combine/punctuate
sentences?
1. Comma + Conjunction
2. Semicolon
3. Period + Capital Letter
WITH A PARTNER, MAKE A CHART OF 2 THINGS:
1.Times when Simple Sentences would be effective
2. Times when Compound Sentences would be effective

Effective Times for Effective Times for


Simple Sentences Compound Sentences:
Effective Times for Simple Effective Times for
Sentences Compound Sentences:
•Friendly letter
•Short answer test •Essays
•Directions
•Posters •Journals
•Dictionary
•Math Book
•Books
•Labels •Magazines
•Tags
•Captions •Newspaper
•Comics
•Menus
•Business letter
•Brochures •Resume
•Poetry
•Certificates •Scholarly Journal/Article
•Texting
•Clothing
•Syllabus
•Google Search •Summary
•FaceBook, Twitter
•PowerPoint Presentations •Stories
•Billboards
•Recipes
•Play
•Prayers •Speech
•Translating languages, talking to babies or pets
•Police Officer reading rights
•Commands
•Cheers/Pep Talks
•Drive Thru Window
What does a variation of
sentence structure create for us?

What would it be like if all


sentences were structured the
same? What if we had all simple
sentences?
If All Sentences Were Structured the
Same…
Writing would be:
boring, choppy, lack feeling and emphasis
Varied Sentence Structure
Creates:
•Flow
•Excitement
•Change of pace
•Emphasis
•Shows unity….allows us to tie ideas together and see a
relationship
Combine These Simple Sentences by Using Conjunctions!
Use at least 1 subordinating conjunction and various
FANBOYS! (May use same partner to do this!)
•Rihanna’s charity work and thriving career kept her
plenty busy.
•She would also like to spread her wings in other
areas.
•She made her debut playing in a movie.
•She plans on taking acting lessons.
•She can do even more acting.
Optional Answer:
Although Rihanna’s charity
work and thriving career keep
her plenty busy, she would also
like to spread her wings in other
areas. She made her debut
playing in a movie, and plans
on taking acting lessons, so she
can do even more acting.
REVIEW!
*What is a Simple Sentence?

*What is an Independent Clause?

*What is a Compound
Sentence?
Complex Sentences
Definition: 1 independent clause + 1 dependent
clause (at least)
Example: When I go home from school, (Dep)
I like to ride my four wheeler. (Ind)

1 + 1…
1 of each!
What’s the subordinating
conjunction in the When
dependent clause?
Compound -Complex
Sentences
Definition: 2 independent
clauses (at least) + 1
dependent clause (at least)

Example: I enjoy listening to music, and I


just bought a new CD since my grandma
gave me money for my birthday.
What is 1 Ind. Clause What is the 2nd Ind. Clause
you see? you see?

What is the Dep. Clause you see?


Compound -Complex
Sentences
Continued…
Example: I enjoy listening to music, and I
just bought a new CD since my grandma
gave me money for Comma
my birthday.
& the Coordinating
What specifically is connecting Conjunction “and”…Remember,
the 2 Ind. Clauses? it’s a FANBOY!

What specifically is introducing The Subordinating


the Dep. Clause? Conjunction since
Let’s Try Some!
Tell what type of sentence structure each sentence is.

1. People who are dressing up for


Halloween begin by deciding their
character.
Structure? Complex
People begin by deciding their
Independent clause?
character

Dependent clause? who are dressing up for


Halloween
2. In October, like a lot of
other months, gatherings
are frequent.

Structure? Simple

Independent clause?
Gatherings are
frequent
Notice…no conjunction!
3. One of the most
common problems that
trick-or-treaters face is
cavities;
Structure?
another is being
Compound-Complex

Independent
cold.
One of the most common
clause #1 ? problems is cavities

Dependent
clause? that trick-or-treaters face

Independent
another is being cold
clause #2 ?
4. As a rule, Halloween can be fun,
but you should always be careful.

Structure? Compound

Independent clause #1 ? Halloween can be fun

You should always be


Independent clause #2?
careful

What is “as a rule”?

A phrase
The Four Sentence Structures

SENTENCE INDEPENDENT DEPENDENT


STRUCTURE CLAUSES CLAUSES

Simple 1 0

Compound 2 or more 0

Complex 1 1 or more

Compound-Complex 2 or more 1 or more

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