Sentence Types
Identify the sentence types:
I'm scared to act and perform on stage
simple
What type of clause is this?
Because the student was absent
dependent
parts played by an actor, may or may not have brief description
characters
the beginning of the story.
exposition
Which coordinating conjunctions are part of the FANBOYS acronym, and what does each one mean?
FANBOYS = For (reason), And (addition), Nor (negation), But (contrast), Or (choice), Yet (contrast/surprise), So (result).
Identify the sentence type
As for my friends and me, you'd better watch out!
complex
Identify the type of clause:
The class started the assignment.
Independent
objects used on stage either by the character or as part of the set
Props
tension builds
rising action
What is the purpose of a coordinating conjunction in a sentence?
A coordinating conjunction connects two independent clauses
Identify the sentence type:
The class began reading the novel, but several students still needed to finish yesterday’s assignment.
compound
When the instructions were explained
dependent
Dramas are split into
acts and scenes
The message or lesson
theme
what is the academic term for FANBOYS
coordinating conjunctions
Identify the sentence type:
I reminded the students about the due date, and they immediately checked Canvas to make sure their work was submitted.
compound
Identify the clause:
She submitted her work on time.
Independent
Stage directions are _______________ for the director, performers, designers, and stage crew.
instructions
The turning point
climax
What is the academic term for AWHITEBUS?
subordinating conjunction
Identify the sentence type:
We began reading the novel when everyone returned from advisory.
complex
After the long meeting
Phrase- no subject or verb
type of writing meant to be performed
drama
5 parts of a story
plot
What is the difference between an independent clause and a dependent clause when using subordinating conjunctions?
independent clause can stand alone as a complete sentence, while a dependent clause cannot stand alone and relies on an independent clause to complete its meaning.