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The document outlines the types of clauses, including independent and dependent clauses, and details various sentence structures such as simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex sentences. It also explains the structure of a paragraph, which includes a topic sentence, supporting sentences, and a concluding sentence. Examples are provided for each type of clause and sentence to illustrate the concepts.

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Writing Review

The document outlines the types of clauses, including independent and dependent clauses, and details various sentence structures such as simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex sentences. It also explains the structure of a paragraph, which includes a topic sentence, supporting sentences, and a concluding sentence. Examples are provided for each type of clause and sentence to illustrate the concepts.

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Writing review :

1. Types of clauses :

 Independent clause: Can stand alone, has (Subject + verb + meaning). Ex: She is
driving.
 Dependent clause: Can’t stand alone, and always starts with a subordinating
conjunction (because, while, when, though, even though, although, since, if…).
Ex: While she is driving.

2. Types of sentences :
a. Simple sentence: 1 independent clause. Ex: Ahmed is reading a book.She is
reading and listening.

b. Compound sentence: 2 independent clauses linked by a comma(,) and a


coordinating conjunction ( Fan Boys : For, and , nor, but, or, yet, so). Ex: I
like reading books, but my sister likes watching movies.

c. Complex Sentence: 1 independent + 1 or more dependent clauses. Ex: She is


listening to music while she is driving. Even though she was sick, she went to
class.
Nb : never put a comma before a subordinating conjunction

d. Compound complex sentence: two independent clauses + one or more


dependent clauses. Ex: Although she was tired, she finished her homework,
and she went to bed early.
3. Paragraph:
A group of sentences that talk about a main idea. It consists of 3 main part:

 A topic sentence: The first sentence of the paragraph. It introduces the main
idea.
Eating healthy foods is important for maintaining good health. First, fruits and
vegetables provide essential vitamins and minerals. Second, drinking water instead of
sugary drinks helps keep the body hydrates. Finally, eating balanced meals can
improve energy levels and prevent diseases. By choosing nutritious foods, people can
live healthier and more active lives.
 Supporting sentences: Provides details, examples, or explanations.

Eating healthy foods is important for maintaining good health. First, fruits and
vegetables provide essential vitamins and minerals. Second, drinking water instead of
sugary drinks helps keep the body hydrates. Finally, eating balanced meals can
improve energy levels and prevent diseases. By choosing nutritious foods, people can
live healthier and more active lives.

 Concluding Sentences: Summarize the main idea or provides a final thought.


Eating healthy foods is important for maintaining good health. First, fruits and
vegetables provide essential vitamins and minerals. Second, drinking water instead of
sugary drinks helps keep the body hydrates. Finally, eating balanced meals can
improve energy levels and prevent diseases. By choosing nutritious foods, people can
live healthier and more active lives.

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