Sentence Types Parts of a Sentence - Review All sentences must contain a subject, a verb, and a complete thought (Independent Clause). Clause: A group of related words containing a subject and a verb Dependent Clause: A clause that needs an independent clause to complete its meaning Independent Clause: A clause that can stand alone as a complete thought

Independent or Dependent? Review Jim studied for his chemistry quiz. Because Jim studied for his chemistry quiz. Dependent Words—These often indicate a dependent clause After As if Even if Although Because Even though As Before If

Simple Sentence Has one independent clause and no dependent clauses. My aunt enjoyed taking a hayride with you. China’s Han dynasty marked an official recognition of Confucianism. Simple sentences are good because they are so clear and concise. However, a paper full of simple sentences sounds less sophisticated.

Compound Sentence Has multiple independent clauses, but no dependent ones. The clown frightened the little girl, and she ran off screaming. The Freedom Riders departed on May 4, 1961, and they were determined to travel through many southern states. What do you notice about how the sentences above are punctuated?

Complex Sentence Contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. After Mary added up all the sales, she discovered that the lemonade stand was 32 cents short. While all of his paintings are fascinating, Hieronymus Bosch’s triptychs, full of mayhem and madness, are the real highlight of his art.

Compound Complex Has multiple independent clauses and at least one dependent clause. Catch-22 is widely regarded as Joseph Heller’s best novel, and because Heller served in World War II, which the novel satirizes, the zany but savage wit of the novel packs an extra punch. As you can see, these sentences can be long…

Sentence Variety It is important to know the different types of sentences, so that you can use several different types to add complexity to your writing. Vary the types of sentences you use. Vary the ways in which you begin your sentences. This will help you to sound more mature and academic in your writing! Weber, Ryan, and Allen Brizee. "Strategies for Variation." Purdue OWL. Purdue University, 2011. Web. 5 Apr 2011.