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clauses etc
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Independent clause | Can stand by itself or until dependent expresses a complete thought. Subject+Predicate+No conjunction |
| Dependent clause | Cannot stand by themselves , not a complete thought . Conjunction+Predicate +Subject |
| Simple sentence | Consists of a single independent clause that includes a subject and a verb (Predicate) |
| Compound sentence | Joins two independent clauses with the help of a comma and a coordination conjunction, or just a semicolon |
| Complex sentence | A single independent clause and an independent clause *will always contain a subordinating conjunction: because, after, since, |
| Compound Complex sentence | Combines two or more Independent clauses . At least one dependent clause |