Using simple, compound and complex sentences in descriptive writing
I can vary sentence structures accurately in my descriptive writing.
Using simple, compound and complex sentences in descriptive writing
I can vary sentence structures accurately in my descriptive writing.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- A simple sentence has one main clause.
- Compound sentences are two main clauses joined together with a coordinating conjunction or semicolon.
- Complex sentences are one main clause and at least one subordinate clause.
- The subordinate clause can go at the beginning, middle and end of a sentence.
Keywords
Clause - a group of words with a subject and a verb.
Subject - the person, place, or thing performing the action of the sentence.
Verb - a doing, being or having word.
Complete - having all the necessary or appropriate parts.
Subordinate - means to be lower in rank or position.
Common misconception
That the choice of sentence type isn't important as long as the grammar and punctuation is correct.
The choice of sentence type can impact the way that a reader responds to your writing.
Licence
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