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SentenceStructures:Simple, Compound,Complex, CompoundComplexMany thanks to a Mrs. Thompson at Calvin NelmsCharter Schools with some adaptations and additions by Mrs. icity/Domain/138/sentence structure types%20-%20my%20%20version.ppt sentence types cnchs cms 628 ppt)

What is sentencestructure anyway?The structure of asentence refers tothe types and # of clausesin a sentence.

What is a clause again? Group of wordswith a subject & verb May or may nothave a completethought

When will a clause have acomplete thought?Hmmmmm?That’s right if it’si-n-d-e-p-e-n-d-e-n-t!So anindependent clausehas what 3 things? Subject Verb Complete Thought

When will a clause nothave a complete thought?if it’s DependentWhat kinds of words introducedependent clauses again?Relative Pronouns:that, which, who,whom, whose&SubordinatingConjunctionsAAAWWWUBITU: if, when,because, since

It’s a piece ofcake!Simple Sentence Definition:1 Independent ClauseExample:I like to play softball.“It’s acakewalk!!!”“Hey, that’s a simplesentence too!!!”

Compound Sentence Definition:2 (or more) Independent ClausesExample: I went to the game early, but Iforgot my wallet.1 Independent 1 Independent 2 Independent Clauses!Think of a compoundword basketball!

What part of speechcombines words,phrases, and clauses?Conjunctions!Use conjunctions to combineclauses & sentences

What are 4 ways tocombine/punctuatesentences?1. Comma Coord. Conj. (IC,cc IC)2. Semicolon(IC;IC)3. Semicolon transition,(IC; transition, IC)

WITH A PARTNER, MAKE A CHART OF 2 THINGS:1.Times when Simple Sentences would be effective2. Times when Compound Sentences would be effectiveEffective Times forSimple SentencesEffective Times forCompound SentencesThe following list comes to you fromthe 6th grade class of Ms. Thompson (originalPowerPoint creator.)

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

What does a variation ofsentence structure create?What would text be like if allsentences had the same structure?Think about using only simple orcompound sentences.

If All Sentences Were Structuredthe Same,writing would beboring, choppy, and repetitive; it wouldlack feeling and emphasis.Varied Sentence Structure Creates Flow Change of pace and variety Emphasis Shows unity .allows ideas to be tied together to seerelationships

Combine These Simple Sentences by Using Conjunctions!Use at least 1 subordinating conjunction and variousFANBOYS! Rihanna’s charity work and thriving career keeps herplenty busy. She would also like to spread her wings in otherareas. 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 charitywork and thriving career keepher plenty busy, she would alsolike to spread her wings in otherareas. She made her debutplaying in a movie and plans ontaking acting lessons, so shecan do even more acting.

REVIEW!*What is a Simple Sentence?*What is an Independent Clause?*What is a CompoundSentence?

Complex SentencesDefinition: 1 independent clause 1 dependentclause (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 subordinatingconjunction in thedependent clause?When

Complex Sentence After the sun set, we built a campfire.DependentClauseIndependentClause We built a campfire after the sun set.IndependentClauseDependentClause*Note the commawhen the dependentclause comes at thebeginning of asentence.

Introductory Clause PatternSC Dependent or»SubordinateClause,independent clauseSince writing helps us learn and remember,I recommend taking notes fromPowerPoints.

Interrupter Clause PatternSubject SC Dependent Clause(Adjective Clause)verbThe lady who drives our school bus everydaymakes everyone smile.

Closer PatternIndependent Clause SC Dependent Clause(Adj. or Adv. Clause)I recommend writing notes since they help you learn andremember the information.

Compound -ComplexSentencesDefinition: 2 independentclauses (at least) 1dependent clause (at least)Example:I enjoy listening to music, so I subscribe toSpotify since my grandma gave me money for my birthday.What is 1 Ind. Clauseyou see?What is the 2nd Ind.Clause you see?What is the Dep. Clause you see?

Compound -ComplexSentencesContinued Example:I enjoy listening to music, so I subscribe toSpotify since my grandma gave me money for my birthday.What specifically is connectingthe 2 Ind. Clauses?Comma & the CoordinatingConjunction “and” Remember, it’sa FANBOY!What specifically is introducingthe Dep. Clause?The SubordinatingConjunction since

Compound-Complex SentencesThese are a combination of compound and complexsentences. DC IC, cc IC Compound-Complex

Examples Whenever I am tardy to class, I miss importantinstructional information or journal writingtime, and I must explain my reason to Mrs.Figueiredo. Because it snowed on Wednesday, I was notable to go to the track, nor was I allowed towalk to Amanda’s house.

Other CD-CX examples

Let’s Try Some!Tell what type of sentence structure eachsentence is.1. People who are dressing up forHalloween begin by deciding theircharacter.Structure?ComplexIndependent clause?Dependent clause?People begin by deciding theircharacterwho are dressing up forHalloween

2. In October, like a lot ofother months, gatheringsare frequent.Structure?SimpleIndependent clause?Gatherings arefrequentNotice no conjunction!

3. One of the most commonproblems that trick-or-treaters faceis cavities; another is tclause #1 ?Dependentclause?One of the most commonproblems is cavitiesthat trick-or-treaters faceIndependentclause #2 ?another is sugar overload

4. As a common rule,Halloween can be fun, butyou should always becareful.Structure?CompoundIndependent clause #1 ?Halloween can be funIndependent clause #2?You should always becarefulWhat is “as a commonrule”?A phrase

Check Yourself!Decide what sentence structure is used in the following sentences:1. Sentence variety helps create style and flair.2.Since we’re missing school, I made more PowerPoints, somy students can review and learn while staying home.3. Maria read the book and watched the movie to write her essay.4. My sister walked to the store when school was over.5. After the movie, we all went out for ice cream.6. Jacque lost his homework, so he had to do it over.7. Peter loves every type of pizza, so his dad took him to thebest Italian pizza restaurant in town.8. Before he goes to school, Claire eats a good breakfast, soshe can have energy to focus on her work.

Check Yourself!Decide what sentence structure is used in the following sentences:1.Sentence variety helps create style and flair. Simple2.Since we’re missing school, I made more PowerPoints, so mystudents can review and learn while staying home. Compound-complex3.Maria read the book and watched the movie to write her essay. Simple4.My sister walked to the store when school was over. Complex5.After the movie, we all went out for ice cream. Simple6. Jacque lost his homework, so he had to do it over. Compound7. Peter loves every type of pizza, so his dad took him to the bestItalian pizza restaurant in town. Compound8.Before he goes to school, Claire eats a good breakfast, so she canhave energy to focus on her work. Compound-complex

The Four SESDEPENDENTCLAUSESSimple10Compound2 or more0Complex11 or moreCompound-Complex2 or more1 or more

Simple, Compound, Complex, Compound-Complex Many thanks to a Mrs. Thompson at Calvin Nelms . Combine These Simple Sentences by Using Conjunctions! Use at least 1 subordinating conjunction and various FANBOYS! Although Rihanna's charity work and thriving career keep