A sentence structure that allows one idea to be emphasized and one idea to be de-emphasized is the
A) simple sentence
B) short sentence
C) complex sentence
D) compound sentence

Question

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A complex sentence allows one idea to be emphasized and one idea to be de-emphasized by combining an independent clause and a dependent clause. The main idea is usually expressed in the independent clause, while the subordinate idea is expressed in the dependent clause. This structure allows for emphasis to be placed on the main idea.

A Sentence Structure That Allows One Idea to Be Emphasized