Sentence Types Flashcards

A sentence with one independent clause containing a subject and a verb. Example: 'The cat slept.'

A sentence with two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (e.g., and, but, or). Example: 'The cat slept, and the dog barked.'

A sentence with one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went outside.'

Words used to join independent clauses in compound sentences (e.g., for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so).

Words used to introduce dependent clauses in complex sentences (e.g., because, although, since, unless).

A sentence that is grammatically incomplete but conveys meaning. Example: 'Hello!' or 'No way!.'

A sentence that makes a statement or expresses an opinion. Example: 'I enjoy reading.'

A sentence that asks a question. Example: 'What time is it?.'

A sentence that gives a command or instruction. Example: 'Close the door.'

A sentence that expresses strong emotion or surprise, often ending with an exclamation mark. Example: 'What a beautiful day!'