Sentence Types
I am late for work, but I must walk the dog.
Is this a simple, compound, or complex sentence?
What is a compound sentence?
If the Latin root vis means "to see," which word describes something that cannot be seen?
a. revise
b. visionary
c. invisible
d. visitor
What is c. invisible?
The clouds began to darken rapidly as the temperature plummeted. Because the warm moist air from the south collided with a cold front from the north, the atmospheric pressure dropped. This collision resulted in the formation of a massive supercell thunderstorm. Consequently, the local authorities issued a tornado warning, and residents were forced to seek shelter immediately to avoid the flying debris.
What is cause and effect?
The year was 2142, and the neon lights of New Tokyo flickered through the acid rain. Jax adjusted his cybernetic goggles, scanning the crowd for the rogue android. Suddenly, his wrist comm-link buzzed with a message from the Lunar Colony. "Target spotted near the fusion reactor," a digitized voice whispered. Jax tapped his hover-boots, feeling the hum of the engine as he lifted off the pavement, weaving through the flying traffic of the upper city.
What is science fiction?
The marathon runner felt enervated after the race; she was so drained of energy that she could barely stand up to receive her medal.
A) Excited
B) Exhausted
C) Determined
D) Hungry
What is b. exhausted?
After the rain ended, I had to wash my car.
Simple, compound, or complex sentence?
What is a complex sentence?
The Latin root struct means "to build." Which word means to build something again?
a. structure
b. reconstruct
c. destruction
d. instruction
What is b. reconstruct?
The construction of the Great Pyramid of Giza was a monumental task that followed a very specific order. First, surveyors leveled the rocky foundation to create a perfectly flat base. Next, massive limestone blocks were quarried and transported across the Nile River. After the stones arrived at the site, workers used a system of ramps to haul the heavy blocks into position, layer by layer. Finally, the pyramid was topped with a golden capstone and encased in polished white limestone.
What is a sequence or chronological order?
Amara gripped the silver hilt of her sword as the dragon’s shadow stretched across the canyon. The ancient runes etched into the blade began to glow with a soft, blue light, pulsing in rhythm with her heartbeat. "By the power of the Great Forest," she muttered, "you shall not pass the Stone Gates." Behind her, the wizard began to chant in a language older than the mountains, weaving a spell of protection around the fleeing villagers.
What is fantasy?
Unlike her brother who is very garrulous and talks to everyone he meets, Maya is quiet and prefers to keep to herself. Garrulous means:
A) Talkative
B) Friendly
C) Grumpy
D) Intelligent
What is a. Talkative?
I like to go to the beach and swim in the ocean.
Simple, compound, or complex sentence?
What is a simple sentence?
The Greek root phon means "sound." What is a "symphony"?
a. sounds played together
b. a tool to see far away
c. a long speech
d. a beautiful image
What is a. sounds played together?
While both the Arctic and the Antarctic are freezing, polar environments, they have several distinct differences. The Arctic is an ice-covered ocean surrounded by land, whereas Antarctica is a massive continent covered in ice and surrounded by ocean. Additionally, the Arctic is home to polar bears, but you will never find one in the south; instead, Antarctica is famous for its penguin colonies. Despite these differences, both regions play a critical role in regulating Earth’s climate.
What is compare/constrast?
Detective Miller stared at the muddy footprint on the velvet rug. The manor was locked from the inside, and the Duke’s diamond was missing from the glass case, yet not a single window was broken. He looked at the three guests shivering by the fireplace. One of them was lying—he could see the faint glimmer of a silver key peeking out from the butler’s waistcoat. The game was afoot, and Miller knew he only had until sunrise to find the thief.
What is a mystery?
The rainy weather put a damper on our outdoor plans, much like a wet blanket ruins a cozy campfire.
A) Spark
B) Celebration
C) Discouragement
D) Improvement
What is c. discouragement?
He passed his STAAR test because he read the passages and wrote good SCR answers.
Simple, compound, or complex sentence?
What is a complex sentence?
The Latin root ped means "foot." What is a "pedestrian"?
a. a doctor for children
b. a person who is walking
c. a fast runner
d. someone in a car
What is b. a person who is walking?
In the mid-1800s, sailors often suffered from a terrifying disease called scurvy, which caused their teeth to fall out and their bodies to weaken. Doctors eventually realized the issue was a lack of Vitamin C due to the lack of fresh fruit on long voyages. To address this, the British Navy began requiring all ships to carry a steady supply of lime juice. By ensuring every sailor drank a daily ration of citrus, the Navy successfully eliminated the threat of scurvy among its crew.
What is problem/solution?
Born in 1918 in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, Katherine Johnson showed a brilliant mind for mathematics from a very young age. Despite the challenges of racial and gender discrimination, she fought for her education and eventually landed a job at NASA. Her calculations were so precise that astronaut John Glenn refused to fly unless Katherine had personally "checked the numbers" for his orbital mission. Throughout her long life, Katherine remained a pioneer, proving that the stars belong to anyone brave enough to reach for them.
What is a biography?
The classroom was in a state of pandemonium; students were shouting, chairs were overturned, and paper airplanes were flying across the room while the teacher was away.
A) Quiet study
B) Wild confusion
C) Strict order
D) Boredom
What is b. wild confusion?
You can persevere even if the test is hard, and you don't know all of the words.
Simple, compound, or complex sentence?
What is a compound?
The word "autograph" contains the Greek root graph. What does this root mean?
a. to read
b. to learn
c. to jump
d. to write
What is d. to write?
The red panda is a small, tree-dwelling mammal native to the eastern Himalayas. It has thick, reddish-brown fur that provides camouflage among the moss-covered trees, and a long, bushy tail with white rings used for balance. Its face is characterized by white "tear marks" extending from the eyes to the corners of its mouth. With its pointed ears and cat-like whiskers, the red panda is often described as a mix between a bear, a raccoon, and a cat.
What is description?
The Great Barrier Reef, located off the coast of Australia, is the world's largest coral reef system. It is composed of over 2,900 individual reefs and 900 islands stretching for over 2,300 kilometers. This ecosystem provides a vital habitat for thousands of marine species, including sea turtles, sharks, and vibrant coral polyps. However, rising ocean temperatures have led to "coral bleaching," a process where the coral loses its colorful algae and turns white. Scientists are currently studying ways to protect this natural wonder from further environmental damage.
What is informational or nonfiction?
The wizard’s tower was filled with peculiar items, such as a floating clock, a map that whispered secrets, and a quill that wrote all by itself.
A) Expensive
B) Common
C) Strange
D) Dangerous
What is c. strange?