SIMPLE SENTENCE

TYPE, FUNCTION AND EXAMPLES

PENULIS

Adam Damanhuri 2201421019

Rafles Yacob Sitompul 2201421001
Faiz Gifan 2201421009

PROGRAM STUDI
TEKNIK KONSTRUKSI GEDUNG
JURUSAN TEKNIK SIPIL
POLITEKNIK NEGERI JAKARTA
APRIL, 2024
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INTRODUCTION

The use of simple sentences serves as the foundation for English language learning.
These straightforward sentences consist of one independent clause and play a crucial role in
everyday communication. In this paper, we will explore the background and the importance of
understanding simple sentences within the context of education.

Significance of Simple Sentences Simple sentences are fundamental to language

proficiency. By mastering the patterns of simple sentences, students can communicate more
effectively. Therefore, understanding simple sentences is key to English language learning in
elementary schools.

Challenges in Teaching Preliminary studies indicate that many elementary school English
teachers have not yet implemented effective teaching methods. Conventional methods still
dominate, and student learning outcomes often do not align with the basic competencies outlined
in the curriculum.

The Teacher’s Role in Contextualization Teachers play a central role in understanding

students’ needs and the learning environment. They must design lesson plans that align with the
context and ensure that students’ affective and psychomotor aspects are addressed. English
language learning goes beyond cognition—it’s about real-life experiences (“here and now”).

Scope of English Language Learning English language learning in elementary schools

encompasses listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Simple sentences form the basis for all
these aspects. By mastering simple sentences, students can build holistic language skills.

The Beauty of Simplicity Simple sentences teach us to appreciate the beauty in every
word we utter. Within these straightforward sentences lies the power to convey profound
meaning.
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BODY OF TOPICS

This chapter is about sentences with just one clause. A clause which can stand alone as a
sentence has a subject and a verb. It may also have other elements: an object, a complement, or
an adverbial. Each element plays its part in the structure of a clause. We can put the elements
together to form different kinds of clauses.

A simple sentence is the most fundamental type of sentence. It consists of only one
independent clause. Despite the name “simple,” it refers to the sentence structure rather than the
complexity of thought. Understanding different sentence types helps add variety to your writing

A simple sentence is typically made up of a subject, verb, and object, or SVO, and
creates a complete thought. however, since a simple predicate is a verb or verb phrase only, a
simple sentence can also be made up of only a subject and verb (SV).

A sentence which has one subject and one predicate is called a simple sentence. A simple
sentence is always an independent clause. A simple sentence expresses a complete thought.

Examples:
We attended the class.
[subject – we; predicate – attended the class]
They are busy.
[subject – they; predicate – are busy]
She is innocent.
[subject – she; predicate – is innocent]
He completed his graduation.
[subject – he; predicate – completed his graduation]
They opened bank accounts.
[subject – they; predicate – opened bank accounts]
 Short sentences often contain one main clause and a sentence with just one main clause is
called a simple sentence. The following are examples of simple sentences: The boy laughed. He
enjoyed the trip. We liked the play very much. Her son is ill. Her daughter became a doctor.
They gave me a present yesterday.

While a simple sentence is typically expected to contain a subject, verb, and object, this
does not always mean that the subject will be the first thing we see in a sentence. When we place
parts of the predicate at the beginning of the sentence or ask a question, the standard SVO
arrangement of a simple sentence will vary.

When the predicate, or verb + object portion of the sentence contains a prepositional
phrase or adverb, they can appear at the beginning of the sentence followed by a comma. Check
out the following examples to see sentences in both their standard forms and rearranged forms:

Prepositional Phrase:

 We completed our homework after school.

 After school, we completed our homework.

Sentences that ask a question are called interrogative sentences, and they are often simple
sentences. Some questions start with the main verb or part of the verb phrase. Look at the
examples below to see the placement of the verb in both a question and the statement form of the
question:
 Will it rain tomorrow?
 It will rain tomorrow.
 the different types of simple sentences in more detail:

1. Declarative Sentences:

o Purpose: Declarative sentences serve to convey information or express facts.

o Structure: They consist of a subject (who or what the sentence is about) and a
verb (action or state).

o Examples:

 “The sun rises in the east.”

 “She loves to read novels.”

 “The cat is sleeping on the windowsill.”

2. Exclamatory Sentences:

o Purpose: Exclamatory sentences express strong emotions, surprise, or

excitement.

o Structure: They often end with an exclamation mark.

o Examples:

 “What a beautiful sunset!”

 “I can’t believe we won the game!”

 “Hooray! It’s my birthday!”

3. Imperative Sentences:

o Purpose: Imperative sentences give commands, instructions, or requests.

o Structure: The subject (usually “you”) is often implied.

o Examples:

 “Close the door, please.”

 “Study hard for your exams.”

  “Pass me the salt.”

Remember, basic simple sentences are the first type of sentence we learn how to write.
So it’s probably safe to assume that filling our writing with three or four word sentences is not
the best idea. Too many simple sentences close together can sound choppy and disconnected.
Always revise your work to see where simple sentences can be edited to create more
sophisticated writing.
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CONCLUSION

The use of simple sentences serves as the foundation for English language learning. A
simple sentence is the most fundamental type of sentence. It consists of only one independent
clause, typically made up of a subject, verb, and object, or SVO, and creates a complete
thought.

While a simple sentence is typically expected to contain a subject, verb, and object, this
does not always mean that the subject will be the first thing we see in a sentence. When the
predicate, or verb + object portion of the sentence contains a prepositional phrase or adverb, they
can appear at the beginning of the sentence followed by a comma. Sentences that ask a question
are called interrogative sentences, and they are often simple sentences. Some questions start with
the main verb or part of the verb phrase.
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