name the structure
Identify the sentence type: “The little girl ran across the field.”
simple
What type of clause can stand alone as a complete sentence?
independent clause
What effect can a short sentence create when a writer wants to emphasise an important moment?
emphasis or a sense of urgency
Identify the sentence type: “She studied hard, and she passed the exam.”
compound
How many independent clauses does a simple sentence contain?
1
What effect can linking two independent ideas in a compound sentence create?
showing a relationship between equally important ideas, such as contrast or addition
Identify the sentence type: “He smiled because he was happy."
complex
Identify the dependent clause in: “Although she was tired, she continued working.”
“Although she was tired”
What effect can a dependent clause have when it explains why an action happened?
clarifying the cause of an action
Identify the sentence type: “Although it was raining, we played outside.”
complex
Identify the conjunction connecting the independent clauses: “I wanted to leave, but I stayed."
"but"
Explain the effect of: “As the storm grew stronger, the villagers hurried indoors.”
linking the intensifying storm to the villagers’ reaction, potentially building tension
Identify the sentence type: “The door slammed, and the room fell silent.”
compound
What clauses must a complex sentence contain?
What are one independent clause and at least one dependent clause?
Explain the effect of the short sentence: “Silence fell.”
creating emphasis and a dramatic pause, potentially building tension