1. Friday: Review four sentence structures Write examples for each type.

2. The four basic structures of sentences are: simple compound complex compound-complex

3. Without using your notes, fill in the missing chunks of the sentence construction chart.

4. NameConstructionExamplePunctuation Simple Sentence one independent clause Appropriate end punctuation. Compound Sentence two independent clauses Ted watched, and he sprang. Ted watched; he sprang. Complex Sentence While Ted watched, he sprang. Comma sets off only an introductory clause. Compound- Complex Sentence two or more independent clauses plus a dependent clause Comma for introductory clause and for compound construction.

5. NameConstructionExamplePunctuation Simple Sentence one independent clause Ted watched. Appropriate end punctuation. Compound Sentence two independent clauses Ted watched, and he sprang. Ted watched; he sprang. Connected with a comma and coordinative conjunction or a semicolon. Complex Sentence one or more independent clauses, and a dependent clause. While Ted watched, he sprang. Comma sets off only an introductory clause. Compound- Complex Sentence two or more independent clauses plus a dependent clause While Ted watched, he sprang, and blood flew. Comma for introductory clause and for compound construction.

6. Now your job is to write four examples of these different types of sentences. Your final product will be a variety of sentences.

7. Suggestion: It is easier to start with a simple sentence and work your way to the more complicated structures. When you have completed all four, read an elbow partner’s sentences. Make suggestions and corrections. Finally determine the best sentence in the room.

8. NameConstructionExamplePunctuation Simple Sentence one independent clause Ted watched. Appropriate end punctuation. Compound Sentence two independent clauses Ted watched, and he sprang. Ted watched; he sprang. Connected with a comma and coordinative conjunction or a semicolon. Complex Sentence one or more independent clauses, and a dependent clause. While Ted watched, he sprang. Comma sets off only an introductory clause. Compound- Complex Sentence two or more independent clauses plus a dependent clause While Ted watched, he sprang, and blood flew. Comma for introductory clause and for compound construction.