Understanding Types of Clauses and Sentences in English Grammar
This overview, presented by Dr. Tara Narcross in Autumn 2012, delves into the fundamentals of English clauses and sentences. It explains the differences between independent clauses (IC) and dependent clauses (DC) and categorizes sentences into simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex types. Examples illustrate each sentence type, such as simple sentences like "Derek mowed the lawn," and compound sentences combining two independent clauses. The guide also explores various dependent clauses—adjective, adverb, and noun—providing clear examples to enhance your understanding of English grammar.
Understanding Types of Clauses and Sentences in English Grammar
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Grammar overview ESL 0190 Dr. Tara Narcross Autumn 2012
Types of clauses Independent clause (IC) Dependent clause (DC)
Types of sentences Simple sentence (IC) Compound sentence (IC + IC) Complex sentence (IC + at least one DC) Compound-complex sentence
Simple sentences Derek mowed the lawn. I’m going to the grocery for Mom tomorrow.
Compound sentences Derek mowed the lawn and Frank trimmed the shrubs. I’m going to the grocery for Mom tomorrow and then I’m going to do the laundry.
Coordination Derek mowed the lawn and Frank trimmed the shrubs. Derek mowed the lawn; Frank trimmed the shrubs. Derek mowed the lawn; however, he didn’t trim the shrubs.
Comma splice Derek mowed the lawn, Frank trimmed the shrubs.
Comma splice Derek mowed the lawn, Frank trimmed the shrubs.
Types of dependent clauses Adjective clause Adverb clause Noun clause
Adjective clause The woman who is standing in front of the class is the teacher.
Adverb clause I will pick up supper before I go home today. We changed rooms because it was too hot upstairs.
Noun clause Donna said that she wanted us to come over for a picnic tomorrow.
