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                Facts about Simple Sentences [S]

                Here are eight facts about simple sentences. Click on the number of a fact to see a more thorough explanation of that fact and to see examples.
                Fact #1: A simple sentence always has only one clause, which is always independent.

                Fact #2:  A simple sentence always has only one subject-verb combination.

                Fact #3: Questions can be categorized as simple sentences as long as they meet the essential criteria.

                Fact #4: Simple sentences sometimes include just a few words.
                Fact #5: Simple sentences often include more than just a few words.

                Fact #6: The only clause combination for a simple sentence is 1+0.

                Fact #7
                : College instructors use simple sentences too.

                Fact #8: Presidents of the United States also use simple sentences.