Sometimes you may want to flesh out a short sentence, in order to add more detail or meaning. Learn how to write complex sentences with BBC Bitesize 3rd level English.

Complex sentences‌ Complex sentences combine independent (or main) and dependent (or subordinate) clauses. Ex: When Katie’s dog barked, Robin yelped in surprise. Compound sentences A compound sentence ...

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Expand a short sentence to add more detail or meaning. Learn how to write complex sentences with BBC Bitesize KS3 English for students aged 11-14..