Complex sentences

Complex sentences

1. Differences with

   • Compound sentences
     • Compound ones have 2 independent clauses
     • Complex ones need 2 clauses: independent and dependent
   • Compound-complex sentences
     • This is basically a mix of both types of sentences

2. Use of conjunctions

   • We use conjunctions
     • Especially with dependent clauses
       • They can refer to subject, sequence or causal elements

3. Structure

   • Independet clause
     • They studied APA rules for many hours as they were so interesting.
       • Note that there is no comma in this sentence because it begins with an independent clause.
   • Dependent clause
     • Because he organized his sources by theme, it was easier for his readers to follow.
       • Note the comma in this sentence because it begins with a dependent clause.

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