Language Arts complex sentence. Types of SentencesSimple Subject Simple PredicateCompound subject.

Language Arts

complex sentence

Types of Sentences Simple Subject

Simple Predicate Compound subject

Compound Predicate Compound Sentences

Conjunctions

Complex Sentences Run-on Sentences

Fragments

Do Now

• Complete the Review handout.

Do Now• In your English Journal– Write what you think a complex sentence is?– Give 2 examples.

Larissa helped the family move.

Essential Question

EQ: How do I identify complex sentences?How do I write complex sentences?

Vocabulary

• Complex sentence• Subordinating conjunction• Independent clause• subordinate clause

Definition Subordinating conjunction

Examples Non-examples

Complex Sentences

DefinitionA complex sentence has at least one subordinating clause and an independent clause(simple sentence).

Subordinating clauseA subordinate clause cannot stand by itself.After we sang, Although it rained,

Examples

Although he was in pain, Buzz continued onward.

Non-examplesWe walked to the store.

Bobby and Sally rode a bike.

Bobby rode a bike, and Sally drove the car.

Complex Sentences

What is a complex sentence?

• A complex sentence has at least one subordinating clause and an independent clause.

• A clause contains both a subject and predicate. An independent clause can stand by itself as a sentence.

• A subordinate clause cannot stand by itself.• The subordinating conjunction that begins a subordinating

clause makes one part of the sentence subordinate to the other part.

Subordinating conjunctions

• after * unless• although * until• as * when

* whenever• before * while• if• since

examples

1. After Buzz turned his ankle, he could not run fast.

2. Although it hurt bad, Buzz still finished the race.

Can you think of any?

Partner Work

• Complete the handout.

• The moon was a mystery. Scientist invented telescopes. (before)

• Before scientist invented the telescopes, the moon was a mystery.

1. The moon was a mystery, before scientist invented the telescopes

2. Our knowledge increased after an astronaut walked on the moon.

3. There are not sounds on the moon because there is no air.4. Sounds cannot be heard unless air carries it.5. The astronauts heard no sound when they fired their

rockets, 6. Although there are still many questions, Astronauts

provided some answers.

Do Now in your English Journal

Label each sentences as simple, compound, or complex. You do not need to write the sentence.

1. Although he was in pain, Buzz continued onward.2. The sun was setting, and the temperature was dropping.3. Buzz noticed a hut at the top of the mountain.4. He headed toward the hut because it would provide shelter. 5. When he reached it, he saw a padlock on its door.6. Suddenly, a ranger appeared on the trail.7. The ranger called for help, and Buzz was taken to safety.

Partner Assignment

• Make complex sentences from a menu of dependent and independent clauses.

• Complex sentencesStudent Practice.docx

Partner Assignment

On the sentence strips:

Write a subordinating clause.

On the other sentence strip write an independent clause.

Go around the room and make sentences with your sentence strips.

With a partner, complete

• Complete lab 56.

Independent Assignment

• Complete the handout.

Assignment

• Write a paragraph about a topic of your choice. Include at least 3 complex sentences. Underline them.

Quiz

• Complete the handout.

Performance Task

• Plan your own birthday party. • Write a letter Dr. Lantzy, explaining your

spectacular event. • You must use at least 3 complex sentences in

your writing. Underline them.

Theme InvitationLocationDateTime

games Guest

decorations Food/drinks/desserts

entertainment Presents

Complex Sentences (3)

Summarization Activity

Write whether the sentence is Simple,Compound, or Complex.1. Buzz turned his ankle, and he could not walk

fast.2. Buzz turned his ankle. He could not walk fast.3. After Buzz turned his ankle, he could not

walk fast.