1. Complete Subject
* Definition: The complete subject is the entire part of a sentence that tells us who or what the sentence is about.
* Structure: It includes the simple subject (the main noun or pronoun) and any words that modify it (adjectives, articles, and other descriptive phrases).
* Example:
* The fluffy, white cat purred contentedly.
* Simple Subject: cat
* Complete Subject: The fluffy, white cat
2. Complete Predicate
* Definition: The complete predicate is the part of a sentence that tells us what the subject is doing or being.
* Structure: It includes the verb and all its modifiers (adverbs, prepositional phrases, objects, etc.).
* Example:
* The fluffy, white cat purred contentedly on the couch.
* Verb: purred
* Complete Predicate: purred contentedly on the couch
Key Points:
* Every sentence has a complete subject and a complete predicate.
* The complete subject and complete predicate together form the complete sentence.
* Understanding complete subjects and predicates can help you identify the main idea of a sentence and improve your understanding of how sentences are structured.
Examples:
* The tired old dog slept soundly in the sun.
* My new shoes are bright red and sparkly.
* The tall, slender oak tree swayed gently in the breeze.
Practice:
Try to identify the complete subject and complete predicate in these sentences:
1. The beautiful, red rose bloomed in the garden.
2. The old, rickety boat rocked gently on the waves.
3. The young girl smiled happily at her friend.
Let me know if you'd like more examples or practice!