4.2 Exploring Syntax and Sentence Structure

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    • A group of words that contains a subject and verb is called a clause
    • Match the type of group with its example:
      Phrase ↔️ "in the park"
      Clause ↔️ "she sings"
    • A simple sentence consists of one independent clause
    • What type of sentence is: "When it rains, I stay indoors."?
      Complex
    • What are the four basic sentence types?
      Simple, compound, complex, compound-complex
    • What joins two independent clauses in a compound sentence?
      Coordinating conjunction or semicolon
    • A compound-complex sentence contains two or more independent clauses and one or more dependent clauses.
    • A dependent clause expresses a complete thought and can stand alone as a sentence.
      False
    • "The sun shines brightly" is an example of an independent clause.
    • What does a simple sentence express?
      A single complete thought
    • What are the three coordinating conjunctions commonly used in compound sentences?
      And, but, or
    • Dependent clauses in complex sentences are introduced by subordinating conjunctions or relative pronouns.
    • Syntax refers to the arrangement of words in a sentence to create grammatically correct and clear meaning.
    • What is the key difference between phrases and clauses?
      Phrases lack a subject and verb
    • A clause is a group of words that contains both a subject and a verb.
    • A complex sentence includes one independent clause and one or more dependent clauses
    • A simple sentence contains one independent clause
    • Compound sentences express two or more complete thoughts.

      True
    • What is the purpose of parallelism in writing?
      Create emphasis and balance
    • What is the effect of medium-length sentences in writing?
      Balanced rhythm
    • Arrange the effects of different sentence lengths in writing
      1️⃣ Short sentences: Create urgency or emphasis
      2️⃣ Medium sentences: Provide balanced rhythm
      3️⃣ Long sentences: Convey depth and complexity
    • Short sentences can create a sense of urgency or emphasis
    • Medium sentences allow for more detailed explanation
    • Long sentences can include more clauses and details than short sentences.

      True
    • What is the primary purpose of punctuation in writing?
      Clarify meaning
    • What type of clauses do semicolons connect in a sentence?
      Independent clauses
    • Match the punctuation mark with its effect on syntax:
      Commas ↔️ Separate clauses
      Semicolons ↔️ Connect independent clauses
      Periods ↔️ End declarative sentences
    • Dashes are used to add emphasis or interjections
    • Arrange the components of sentence structure in a logical order:
      1️⃣ Word Order
      2️⃣ Phrases
      3️⃣ Clauses
      4️⃣ Sentences
    • In the sentence "I enjoy eating ice cream," the phrase "eating ice cream" functions as the object
    • Match the sentence type with its structure:
      Simple ↔️ One independent clause
      Compound ↔️ Two independent clauses
      Complex ↔️ One independent clause + one dependent clause
      Compound-Complex ↔️ Two independent clauses + one dependent clause
    • What two elements must a clause contain?
      Subject and verb
    • Dependent clauses require an independent clause to form a complete sentence
    • Compound sentences use coordinating conjunctions to join independent clauses.

      True
    • What is the primary characteristic of a simple sentence?
      One independent clause
    • A complex sentence contains one independent clause and one or more dependent clauses.

      True
    • Which conjunctions introduce dependent clauses in complex sentences?
      Subordinating conjunctions
    • Parallelism creates balance and rhythm by using similar grammatical structures.

      True
    • Medium sentences provide a balanced rhythm and allow for more detailed explanation
    • Match the punctuation mark with its effect on syntax:
      Commas ↔️ Separate clauses or phrases
      Semicolons ↔️ Connect independent clauses
      Periods ↔️ End declarative sentences
      Colons ↔️ Introduce lists or explanations