Simple Sentences
True or False the sentence below is a simple sentence.
While I was cooking dinner, my friend called, and we talked for an hour.
False, it is a compound-complex sentence.
Choose the compound sentence.
a. The actors will take a bow once the play has ended.
b. The sets, costumes, and lighting are supposed to be very innovative.
c. The actors have been preparing for weeks, so it should be a great show.
d. Even if you cannot buy tickets for tonight, you should try to see it sometime
True or False, the sentence below is a complex sentence?
Because it was raining, we decided to stay inside.
True
independent clause: "we decided to stay inside"
dependent clause: "because it was raining"
subordinating conjunction: "Because"
Choose the compound-complex sentence.
a. Though neither mayor had real power, one town elected a cat, and another elected a baby.
b. My sister works as a computer scientist, so she is always trying to keep up on the latest technological innovations.
c. While you might primarily associate libraries with books, you may be surprised to learn that many libraries also lend out movies and even video games.
d. The purple paint spilled all over the carpet, creating a terrible mess that they needed to clean up immediately.
The cat slept on the couch.
simple
Which sentence is a simple sentence?
a. Because I was tired, I went to bed early.
b. She loves reading books, and she also enjoys writing.
c. The car stopped at the red light.
d. If it rains tomorrow, we will stay inside.
Find the compound sentence in the passage below.
The Great Lakes include Huron, Ontario, Michigan, Erie, and Superior. They were formed long ago, when glaciers carved basins into the land. Though they are sometimes considered inland seas, they all have fresh water. Michigan is known as the Great Lake State, yet it only touches four of the Great Lakes.
Michigan is known as the Great Lake State, yet it only touches four of the Great Lakes.
What is a complex sentence?
A complex sentence combines one independent clause (a complete thought) with at least one dependent clause (a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence).
Which type of sentence is shown below?
He might be at the gym, or he might still be at work.
compound
Which type of sentence is shown below?
They wanted to know why the meeting was taking so long.
complex
What is a simple sentence?
a sentence consisting of only one clause, with a single subject and predicate.
Which answer choice correctly combines the simple sentences into a compound sentence?
I make pancakes. He prepares the eggs.
a. I make pancakes, he prepares the eggs.
b. I make pancakes, and he prepares the eggs.
c. I make pancakes, and, he prepares the eggs.
d. I make pancakes he prepares the eggs.
Choose the complex sentence
a. Jonas bought a frame for the photo, but it was not the right size.
b. Sammy ran up the court and shot the basketball.
c. The book was more interesting than she had expected it to be.
d. My favorite yogurt flavors are blueberry, lemon, and cherry.
What is a compound-complex sentence?
A compound-complex sentence combines elements of both compound and complex sentences, containing at least two independent clauses and one or more dependent clauses.
Although it was raining, she decided to go for a run.
complex
Which of the following is a simple sentence?
a. I wanted to go to the park, but it started raining.
b. The dog barked loudly.
c. She finished her homework and went to bed.
d. If you study hard, you will pass the test.
Which answer choice correctly combines the simple sentences into a compound sentence?
She cannot whistle. She cannot snap her fingers
a. She cannot whistle, nor, can she snap her fingers.
b. She cannot whistle nor can she snap her fingers.
c. She can neither whistle nor snap her fingers.
d. She cannot whistle, nor can she snap her fingers.
What is the subordinating conjunction, independent clause and dependent clause in the following sentence.
After he ate dinner, he went for a walk.
subordinating conjunction: "After:
independent clause: 'he went for a walk"
dependent clause: "After dinner he ate dinner"
Which type of sentence is shown below?
The hall closet is bursting with jackets, coats, and random shoes.
simple
Which type of sentence is shown below?
If you bring sandwiches, I can bring drinks, and Tania can bring dessert
compound-complex
Choose the simple sentence from the passage below.
The sun was setting behind the mountains. Birds flew across the sky, chirping loudly as they returned to their nests. A soft breeze brushed through the trees, making the leaves rustle gently. I felt at peace, surrounded by nature’s beauty.
The sun was setting behind the mountains.
What is a compound sentence?
A compound sentence combines two or more independent clauses, each with a subject and verb, using a coordinating conjunction (like "and," "but," "or") and a comma, or a semicolon.
Click on the complex sentence in the passage below.
Even if you do not eat meat, there are many ways to get adequate protein. For example, eggs and beans are both healthy sources of this essential nutrient. There are also many delicious varieties of artificial meat, such as veggie burgers and soy hotdogs. Vegetarians and meat eaters alike can enjoy these tasty dishes.
Even if you do not eat meat, there are many ways to get adequate protein.
Click on the compound-complex sentence in the passage below.
The summer camp offers a wide variety of activities for students of all ages. Campers can learn outdoors skills, play sports, and complete fun craft projects. Campers can also swim in the lake, but they must pass a swim test before they are allowed to do so. No matter what your interests are, you are bound to find something that you will love
Campers can also swim in the lake, but they must pass a swim test before they are allowed to do so.
I wanted to go for a walk, but it started raining.
compound