{"id":82,"date":"2023-05-11T12:12:29","date_gmt":"2023-05-11T12:12:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/courses.lumenlearning.com\/suny-technicalwriting\/chapter\/use-paraellel-structure-2\/"},"modified":"2023-05-22T23:17:17","modified_gmt":"2023-05-22T23:17:17","slug":"use-paraellel-structure-2","status":"publish","type":"chapter","link":"https:\/\/courses.lumenlearning.com\/suny-technicalwriting\/chapter\/use-paraellel-structure-2\/","title":{"raw":"Sentence Structure","rendered":"Sentence Structure"},"content":{"raw":"<header>\r\n<div class=\"textbox learning-objectives\">\r\n<h3>Learning Objectives<\/h3>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Explain sentence structure<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Define four main types of sentence structures: simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h1 class=\"entry-title\">Sentence Structure<\/h1>\r\n<\/header>\r\n<p class=\"import-BodyText\">When building anything, it is important to be familiar with the tools you are using.\u00a0 Grammatical elements are the main \u201ctools\u201d you use when when building sentences and longer written works.\u00a0 Thus, it is critical to have some understanding of grammatical terminology in order to construct effective sentences. If you would like to a review some basic parts of speech (nouns, pronouns, articles, adjectives, adverbs, verbs, conjunctions, prepositions, etc).<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"import-BodyText\">The two essential parts of a sentence are the\u00a0<strong>subject<\/strong>\u00a0and the\u00a0<strong>predicate<\/strong>\u00a0(verb portion). The subject refers to the topic being discussed while the verb conveys the action or state of being expressed in the sentence. All clauses must contain both a subject and a verb; phrases, on the other hand, lack one or both a subject and a verb, so they need to relate to or modify other parts of the sentence. Main clauses, also called\u00a0<strong>independent<\/strong>\u00a0clauses, can stand on their own and convey an idea.\u00a0<strong>Dependent<\/strong>\u00a0clauses, also called\u00a0<strong>subordinate<\/strong>\u00a0clauses, rely on another part of the sentence for meaning and can\u2019t stand on their own.<\/p>\r\nConsider the following examples:\r\n<div class=\"wp-nocaption wp-image-3337 size-full\"><img class=\"wp-image-3337 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/sentence-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/sentence-1.jpg 1269w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/sentence-1-300x48.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/sentence-1-768x122.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/sentence-1-1024x163.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/sentence-1-65x10.jpg 65w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/sentence-1-225x36.jpg 225w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/sentence-1-350x56.jpg 350w\" alt=\"The engineers stood around the table looking at the schematics for the machine.\" width=\"1269\" height=\"202\" \/><\/div>\r\n<strong>Sentence 1<\/strong>\u00a0is a simple sentence. It has one clause, with one\u00a0<strong>subject<\/strong>\u00a0(The engineers) and one verb (stood). These are followed by 3 modifying phrases (\u201caround the table\u201d \u201clooking at the schematics\u201d and \u201cfor the machine\u201d).\r\n<div class=\"wp-nocaption wp-image-3336 size-full\"><img class=\"wp-image-3336 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/clause-and-phrase-2.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/clause-and-phrase-2.jpg 1269w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/clause-and-phrase-2-300x48.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/clause-and-phrase-2-768x123.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/clause-and-phrase-2-1024x165.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/clause-and-phrase-2-65x10.jpg 65w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/clause-and-phrase-2-225x36.jpg 225w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/clause-and-phrase-2-350x56.jpg 350w\" alt=\"After they discussed different options, they decided to redesign the components.\" width=\"1269\" height=\"204\" \/><\/div>\r\n<strong>Sentence 2<\/strong>\u00a0is a complex sentence, with one dependent and one independent clause, each with its own\u00a0<strong>subject<\/strong>-verb combination (\u201c<strong>they<\/strong>\u00a0discussed\u201d and \u201c<strong>they<\/strong>\u00a0decided\u201d). The two clauses are joined by the subordinate conjunction, \u201cafter,\u201d which makes the first clause subordinate to (or dependent upon) the second one.\r\n\r\nBeing able to identify the critical parts of the sentence will help you design sentences that have a clear and effective subject-verb relationship. Knowing the components will also help you improve your punctuation. If you would like a more detailed review of sentence structure, visit Purdue\u2019s\u00a0 OWL (Online Writing Lab)\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/owl.purdue.edu\/owl\/general_writing\/mechanics\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanics<\/a>\u00a0page.\r\n<h1 id=\"chapter-1459-section-1\" class=\"section-header import-Normal\">Sentence Structures<\/h1>\r\n<p class=\"import-BodyText\">There are four main types of sentence structures: simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex. In the examples above, Sentence 1 is a simple sentence, while Sentence 2 is complex.<\/p>\r\n<strong>SIMPLE SENTENCES\u00a0<\/strong>have one main clause (one subject + one verb) and any number of phrases. The following are all simple sentences:\r\n<div class=\"textbox textbox--learning-objectives\">\r\n<div class=\"textbox__content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>A simple sentence can be very effective.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>It makes one direct point.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>It is good for creating emphasis and clarity.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Too many in a row can sound repetitive and choppy.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Varied sentence structure sounds more natural.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<strong>COMPOUND SENTENCES<\/strong>\u00a0have two or more main clauses joined by\u00a0<strong>coordinating<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>conjunctions<\/strong>\u00a0(CC) such as\u00a0<em>and, but, for, yet, nor, or, so<\/em><em>\u00a0(FANBOYS)<\/em>. You can also connect them using punctuation such as a semi-colon or a colon. By\u00a0<strong>coordinating<\/strong>\u00a0the ideas, you are giving them roughly equal weight and importance.\r\n<div class=\"textbox shaded\">Subject + verb, \u00a0\u00a0 CC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Subject + verb<\/div>\r\n<div>The following sentences are all compound:<\/div>\r\n<div>\r\n<div class=\"textbox textbox--learning-objectives\">\r\n<div class=\"textbox__content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>A compound sentence coordinates two ideas<strong>, and<\/strong>\u00a0each idea is given roughly equal weight.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>The two ideas are closely related<strong>, so<\/strong>\u00a0you don\u2019t want to separate them with a period.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>The two clauses make up part of the same idea<strong>; thus<\/strong>, they should be part of the same sentence.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>The two clauses may express a parallel idea<strong>;<\/strong>\u00a0they might also have a parallel structure.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>You must remember to include the coordinate conjunction,<strong>\u00a0or<\/strong>\u00a0you may commit a comma splice.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<strong>COMPLEX SENTENCES<\/strong>\u00a0express complex and usually unequal relationships between ideas. One idea is \u201c<strong>subordinated<\/strong>\u201d to the main idea by using a \u201c<strong>subordinate conjunction<\/strong>\u201d (like \u201cwhile\u201d or \u201calthough\u201d); one idea is \u201cdependent\u201d upon the other one for logic and completeness.\u00a0<strong>Complex sentences<\/strong>\u00a0include one main clause and at least one dependent clause (see Example 2 above). Often, it is stylistically effective to begin your sentence with the dependent clause, and place the main clause at the end for emphasis.\r\n<div class=\"textbox shaded\">Subord. Conjunction + subject + verb (<em>this is the dependent clause<\/em>),\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Subject + verb (<em>this is the main clause<\/em>)<\/div>\r\nThe following are all examples of complex sentences:\r\n<div class=\"textbox textbox--learning-objectives\">\r\n<div class=\"textbox__content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>When<\/strong>\u00a0you make a complex sentence, you subordinate one idea to another.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>If\u00a0<\/strong>you place the subordinate clause first, you give added emphasis to the main clause at the end.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Subordinate clauses cannot stand on their own.\u00a0Despite the fact that many students try to use them that way.\u00a0x\u00a0(<em>fragment<\/em>\u00a0\u2013 replace the period with a comma to fix this error)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<p class=\"textbox__title\"><strong>COMPOUND-COMPLEX SENTENCES<\/strong>\u00a0have at least two main clauses and at least one dependent clause. Because a compound-complex sentence is usually quite long, you must be careful that it makes sense; it is easy for the reader to get lost in a long sentence.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"textbox textbox--learning-objectives\"><header class=\"textbox__header\">KEY TAKEAWAY<\/header>\r\n<div class=\"textbox__content\">\r\n\r\nUsing a variety of sentence types as well as using these types strategically to convey your ideas will strengthen your style.\u00a0 Keep the following in mind:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>Simple sentences<\/strong>\u00a0are great for emphasis.\u00a0 The make great topic sentences.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Compound sentences<\/strong>\u00a0balance ideas; they are great for conveying the equal importance of related ideas.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Complex sentences<\/strong>, when you use them effectively, show complicated relationships between ideas by subordinating one idea to another.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"textbox textbox--exercises\"><header class=\"textbox__header\">\r\n<p class=\"textbox__title\">EXERCISE Combining sentences<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/header>\r\n<div class=\"textbox__content\">\r\n\r\n<em>Combine the following pairs of sentences to make one idea subordinate to the other. Notice the impression you convey by how you subordinate one idea to another. If your combined sentence was a topic sentence for a paragraph, what idea would the reader expect that paragraph to emphasize?<\/em>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li>Pair 1.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Energy drinks enhance awareness and energy level.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Energy drinks have negative health impacts.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pair 2.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Smith\u2019s study found that energy drinks can increase athletic endurance.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>The study also found that energy drinks can cause negative side effects such as headaches and \u201cenergy crashes\u201d, and can possibly lead to caffeine addiction.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pair 3.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>The rates of adolescent male violence has dropped by 20% over the last decade.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>The rates of female adolescent violence has increased by 50% over the last decade.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pair 4.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Nuclear power plants can pose significant dangers.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Nuclear energy is a clean and efficient way to generate power and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>","rendered":"<header>\n<div class=\"textbox learning-objectives\">\n<h3>Learning Objectives<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Explain sentence structure<\/li>\n<li>Define four main types of sentence structures: simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h1 class=\"entry-title\">Sentence Structure<\/h1>\n<\/header>\n<p class=\"import-BodyText\">When building anything, it is important to be familiar with the tools you are using.\u00a0 Grammatical elements are the main \u201ctools\u201d you use when when building sentences and longer written works.\u00a0 Thus, it is critical to have some understanding of grammatical terminology in order to construct effective sentences. If you would like to a review some basic parts of speech (nouns, pronouns, articles, adjectives, adverbs, verbs, conjunctions, prepositions, etc).<\/p>\n<p class=\"import-BodyText\">The two essential parts of a sentence are the\u00a0<strong>subject<\/strong>\u00a0and the\u00a0<strong>predicate<\/strong>\u00a0(verb portion). The subject refers to the topic being discussed while the verb conveys the action or state of being expressed in the sentence. All clauses must contain both a subject and a verb; phrases, on the other hand, lack one or both a subject and a verb, so they need to relate to or modify other parts of the sentence. Main clauses, also called\u00a0<strong>independent<\/strong>\u00a0clauses, can stand on their own and convey an idea.\u00a0<strong>Dependent<\/strong>\u00a0clauses, also called\u00a0<strong>subordinate<\/strong>\u00a0clauses, rely on another part of the sentence for meaning and can\u2019t stand on their own.<\/p>\n<p>Consider the following examples:<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-nocaption wp-image-3337 size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3337 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/sentence-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/sentence-1.jpg 1269w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/sentence-1-300x48.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/sentence-1-768x122.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/sentence-1-1024x163.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/sentence-1-65x10.jpg 65w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/sentence-1-225x36.jpg 225w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/sentence-1-350x56.jpg 350w\" alt=\"The engineers stood around the table looking at the schematics for the machine.\" width=\"1269\" height=\"202\" \/><\/div>\n<p><strong>Sentence 1<\/strong>\u00a0is a simple sentence. It has one clause, with one\u00a0<strong>subject<\/strong>\u00a0(The engineers) and one verb (stood). These are followed by 3 modifying phrases (\u201caround the table\u201d \u201clooking at the schematics\u201d and \u201cfor the machine\u201d).<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-nocaption wp-image-3336 size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3336 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/clause-and-phrase-2.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/clause-and-phrase-2.jpg 1269w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/clause-and-phrase-2-300x48.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/clause-and-phrase-2-768x123.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/clause-and-phrase-2-1024x165.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/clause-and-phrase-2-65x10.jpg 65w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/clause-and-phrase-2-225x36.jpg 225w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/technicalwriting\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/296\/2018\/11\/clause-and-phrase-2-350x56.jpg 350w\" alt=\"After they discussed different options, they decided to redesign the components.\" width=\"1269\" height=\"204\" \/><\/div>\n<p><strong>Sentence 2<\/strong>\u00a0is a complex sentence, with one dependent and one independent clause, each with its own\u00a0<strong>subject<\/strong>-verb combination (\u201c<strong>they<\/strong>\u00a0discussed\u201d and \u201c<strong>they<\/strong>\u00a0decided\u201d). The two clauses are joined by the subordinate conjunction, \u201cafter,\u201d which makes the first clause subordinate to (or dependent upon) the second one.<\/p>\n<p>Being able to identify the critical parts of the sentence will help you design sentences that have a clear and effective subject-verb relationship. Knowing the components will also help you improve your punctuation. If you would like a more detailed review of sentence structure, visit Purdue\u2019s\u00a0 OWL (Online Writing Lab)\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/owl.purdue.edu\/owl\/general_writing\/mechanics\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanics<\/a>\u00a0page.<\/p>\n<h1 id=\"chapter-1459-section-1\" class=\"section-header import-Normal\">Sentence Structures<\/h1>\n<p class=\"import-BodyText\">There are four main types of sentence structures: simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex. In the examples above, Sentence 1 is a simple sentence, while Sentence 2 is complex.<\/p>\n<p><strong>SIMPLE SENTENCES\u00a0<\/strong>have one main clause (one subject + one verb) and any number of phrases. The following are all simple sentences:<\/p>\n<div class=\"textbox textbox--learning-objectives\">\n<div class=\"textbox__content\">\n<ul>\n<li>A simple sentence can be very effective.<\/li>\n<li>It makes one direct point.<\/li>\n<li>It is good for creating emphasis and clarity.<\/li>\n<li>Too many in a row can sound repetitive and choppy.<\/li>\n<li>Varied sentence structure sounds more natural.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>COMPOUND SENTENCES<\/strong>\u00a0have two or more main clauses joined by\u00a0<strong>coordinating<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>conjunctions<\/strong>\u00a0(CC) such as\u00a0<em>and, but, for, yet, nor, or, so<\/em><em>\u00a0(FANBOYS)<\/em>. You can also connect them using punctuation such as a semi-colon or a colon. By\u00a0<strong>coordinating<\/strong>\u00a0the ideas, you are giving them roughly equal weight and importance.<\/p>\n<div class=\"textbox shaded\">Subject + verb, \u00a0\u00a0 CC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Subject + verb<\/div>\n<div>The following sentences are all compound:<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"textbox textbox--learning-objectives\">\n<div class=\"textbox__content\">\n<ul>\n<li>A compound sentence coordinates two ideas<strong>, and<\/strong>\u00a0each idea is given roughly equal weight.<\/li>\n<li>The two ideas are closely related<strong>, so<\/strong>\u00a0you don\u2019t want to separate them with a period.<\/li>\n<li>The two clauses make up part of the same idea<strong>; thus<\/strong>, they should be part of the same sentence.<\/li>\n<li>The two clauses may express a parallel idea<strong>;<\/strong>\u00a0they might also have a parallel structure.<\/li>\n<li>You must remember to include the coordinate conjunction,<strong>\u00a0or<\/strong>\u00a0you may commit a comma splice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>COMPLEX SENTENCES<\/strong>\u00a0express complex and usually unequal relationships between ideas. One idea is \u201c<strong>subordinated<\/strong>\u201d to the main idea by using a \u201c<strong>subordinate conjunction<\/strong>\u201d (like \u201cwhile\u201d or \u201calthough\u201d); one idea is \u201cdependent\u201d upon the other one for logic and completeness.\u00a0<strong>Complex sentences<\/strong>\u00a0include one main clause and at least one dependent clause (see Example 2 above). Often, it is stylistically effective to begin your sentence with the dependent clause, and place the main clause at the end for emphasis.<\/p>\n<div class=\"textbox shaded\">Subord. Conjunction + subject + verb (<em>this is the dependent clause<\/em>),\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Subject + verb (<em>this is the main clause<\/em>)<\/div>\n<p>The following are all examples of complex sentences:<\/p>\n<div class=\"textbox textbox--learning-objectives\">\n<div class=\"textbox__content\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>When<\/strong>\u00a0you make a complex sentence, you subordinate one idea to another.<\/li>\n<li><strong>If\u00a0<\/strong>you place the subordinate clause first, you give added emphasis to the main clause at the end.<\/li>\n<li>Subordinate clauses cannot stand on their own.\u00a0Despite the fact that many students try to use them that way.\u00a0x\u00a0(<em>fragment<\/em>\u00a0\u2013 replace the period with a comma to fix this error)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"textbox__title\"><strong>COMPOUND-COMPLEX SENTENCES<\/strong>\u00a0have at least two main clauses and at least one dependent clause. Because a compound-complex sentence is usually quite long, you must be careful that it makes sense; it is easy for the reader to get lost in a long sentence.<\/p>\n<div class=\"textbox textbox--learning-objectives\">\n<header class=\"textbox__header\">KEY TAKEAWAY<\/header>\n<div class=\"textbox__content\">\n<p>Using a variety of sentence types as well as using these types strategically to convey your ideas will strengthen your style.\u00a0 Keep the following in mind:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Simple sentences<\/strong>\u00a0are great for emphasis.\u00a0 The make great topic sentences.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Compound sentences<\/strong>\u00a0balance ideas; they are great for conveying the equal importance of related ideas.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Complex sentences<\/strong>, when you use them effectively, show complicated relationships between ideas by subordinating one idea to another.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"textbox textbox--exercises\">\n<header class=\"textbox__header\">\n<p class=\"textbox__title\">EXERCISE Combining sentences<\/p>\n<\/header>\n<div class=\"textbox__content\">\n<p><em>Combine the following pairs of sentences to make one idea subordinate to the other. Notice the impression you convey by how you subordinate one idea to another. 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