Compound and Complex Sentences

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Objective

I can write sentences that are either compound or complex.

Part 1 of 3

Warm-up video

Unknown Channel · 5:00

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Part 2 of 3

Practice

7 questions

1

Define an independent clause and a dependent clause. Give an example of each.

2

What are coordinating conjunctions? List three examples and explain how they are used to form compound sentences.

Part 3 of 3

Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Write a compound sentence about going to the store. Write a complex sentence about playing a sport or game.

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