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The document provides an overview of sentence structure, defining it as the arrangement of words, phrases, and clauses to convey meaning. It outlines four main types of sentences: simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex, along with definitions and examples for each type. Understanding these structures is essential for effective writing and communication.

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The document provides an overview of sentence structure, defining it as the arrangement of words, phrases, and clauses to convey meaning. It outlines four main types of sentences: simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex, along with definitions and examples for each type. Understanding these structures is essential for effective writing and communication.

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INTRODUCTION

TITLE;
Sentence structure
subtitle;
Understanding the basic of sentence instruction
NAME;
Esha Aftab
ROLL NO;
24020920-289
SENTENCES
DEFINATION:
Sentence structure refers to the way words, phrases, and clauses are arranged to convey
meaning . It forms the foundation of clear communication in any language.
TYPES:
The four main types of sentence structures are:
Simple Sentence
Compound Sentence
Complex Sentence
Compound-Complex Sentence
Simple Sentence
DEFINATION:
A simple sentence contains only one independent clause.It expresses a complete thought
with a subject and a verb.
Example:
She sings.
(Subject: She, Verb: sings)
Compound Sentence
DEFINATION:
A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses connected by a
coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) or a semicolon.
• Example:
• I wanted to go to the park, but it started raining.
(Independent Clause 1: I wanted to go to the park, Independent Clause 2: it started raining)

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Complex Sentence
DEFINATION:A complex sentence has one independent clause and at least one dependent
(subordinate) clause . Dependent clauses begin with subordinating conjunctions like although,
because, since, if, etc.
Example:
o Although it was raining, we went for a walk.
(Independent Clause: we went for a walk, Dependent Clause: Although it was raining)

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Compound-Complex Sentence
DEFINATION:
A compound-complex sentence has two or more independent clauses and at least one
dependent clause.
Example:
•Although I was tired, I finished my homework, and I went to bed early.
(Independent Clause 1: I finished my homework, Independent Clause 2: I went to bed early, Dependent
Clause: Although I was tired)

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Summary of Sentence Types
Type Definition Example

Contains one independent


Simple Sentence She reads.
clause.

Contains two independent


Compound Sentence clauses joined by a I like coffee, and she likes tea.
conjunction.

Contains one independent


She smiled because she was
Complex Sentence clause and one dependent
happy.
clause.

Contains two independent


He left early because he was
Compound-Complex clauses and at least one
tired, but I stayed longer.
dependent clause.
Conclusion
•Understanding sentence structure is essential for effective writing and communication.
•By mastering these four types of sentences, you can create variety and clarity in your writing.

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