EnglishYears 7–8Grammar

Sentence structure

Use simple, compound and complex sentences accurately; vary sentence openings and lengths for effect

What you'll learn

  1. 1

    Think of a sentence like a train 🚂 — it needs an engine (the action) and carriages (who does it and what they do).

  2. 2

    What does the 'engine' (verb) do in a sentence?

  3. 3

    Build a sentence by dragging the right words into order.

  4. 4

    Let's build a sentence together: 'The boy eats an apple.'

  5. 5

    Now build your own sentence: 'My sister reads a book.'

  6. 6

    Is this a complete sentence? 'Runs fast.' Why or why not?

  7. 7

    Which of these is a complete sentence?

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