2. ď¨ A simple sentence contains a subject and a
verb. It is an independent sentence because it
can stand alone.
ď¨ Ex: Ted did his homework on a Saturday night.
3. ď¨ A compound sentence contains two
independent clauses joined by a coordinating
conjunction.
ď¨ Ex: I tried to take Spanish, and Kobe did too.
4. ď¨ A complex sentence has a independent clause
joined by one or more dependent clauses. A
complex sentence also always has a
subordinator.
ď¨ Ex: When he handed in his homework, he
forgot to give the teacher the last page.
5. ď¨ A compound complex sentence is made from
two independent clauses and one or more
dependent clauses.
ď¨ Ex: Although I like to go camping, I haven't
had the time to go lately, and I havenât found
anyone to go with.
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6. ď¨ An imperative sentence usually tells a
command.
ď¨ Ex: Aj get your but down here and clean your
room.
7. ď¨ A declarative sentence makes a statement. It is
also marked by a period.
ď¨ Ex: I have basketball practice on Mondays and
Wednesdays.
8. ď¨ An interrogative sentence asks a question. It is
marked with a question mark.
ď¨ Ex: Where did you put my basketball?
9. ď¨ An exclamatory sentence expresses great
emotion or excitement. It ends with an
exclamation mark.
ď¨ I cant wait until my birthday which is October
12!