Types of Sentences

 Simple
 Compound
 Complex
 Simple Sentences

 A simple sentence is one

independent clause and one
complete thought. It has one
subject and one verb.

 Examples:
 The bell rang.
 You and I need piano lessons.
 The skier turned and jumped.
Compound Sentences
 A compound sentence is a sentence with 2 or
more independent clauses joined by a comma
and a coordinating conjunction. It will have 2
simple subjects and 2 simple predicates.
 Examples:
 I planned to go to the hockey game, but I couldn’t get tickets.
 Dorothy likes white water rafting, but she also enjoys kayaking.
 Bridget ran the first part of the race, and Tara biked the second
part.
Coordinating Conjunctions
 Coordinating Conjunctions are used to join
together 2 independent clauses.
 Examples:
 For
 And
 Nor
 But
 Or
 Yet
 So
 Complex Sentences
 A complex sentence is one independent clause plus
one dependent clause. Each clause has its own
subject and verb, but the dependent clause can’t
stand alone. The two clauses are joined by a
subordinating conjunction. Punctuate by putting a
comma after the dependent clause if it is at the
beginning of the sentence. If the clause is at the end
of the sentence , do not put a comma.
 Examples:
 Because Kayla has so much climbing experience , we asked her to
lead our group.
 He stands at the bottom of the cliff while the climber moves up
the rock.
 Subordinating Conjunctions

 while unless
 after since
 though although
 because if
 when until
 before as
SEATWORK
Identify the subject and predicate in
these SIMPLE sentences.

1. Cindy and Sue auditioned for the lead role in

the play.
2. The kittens were adopted by the family.
3. Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are my
favorite.
4. The committee decorated the gym for Friday
night’s dance.
5. The surprise party was organized by Wendy’s
two best friends.
Identify the conjunction in these
COMPOUND sentences
1. I am going to the dance, so I have to buy a
new dress.
2. Jenny took the pictures, and Aaron
developed them.
3. New York is on the East Coast, and
California is on the West Coast.
4. Bill walked into the crowded room, but I
can’t find him.
5. Is the party on Friday, or is it on Saturday?
Identify the dependent clause in each
COMPLEX sentence.
1. Because it was raining, the game was
called off.
2. When I feel sick, I do not go to school.
3. Mark is not going since I never invited him.
4. George played football because Jean went
shopping.
5. If you want a pizza, you need to order it
now.