Complex Sentences Practice

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence is made up of one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause has a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought.

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When should you use a comma in a complex sentence?

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Use a comma before the dependent clause if it comes after the independent clause.

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Which of the following is a correctly punctuated complex sentence? 'Because I was late, I missed the bus.'

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Correct.

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Identify the dependent clause in the sentence: 'Whenever it rains, I like to read.'

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'Whenever it rains' is the dependent clause.

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What punctuation is needed in the sentence: 'Although I was tired I finished my homework.'

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A comma is needed after 'tired': 'Although I was tired, I finished my homework.'

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What is the purpose of a dependent clause in a sentence?

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A dependent clause adds additional information to the independent clause but cannot stand alone.

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Which sentence is correct? 'If you study hard, you will pass the test.'

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Correct.

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What is the function of a comma in complex sentences?

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Commas are used to separate the independent clause from the dependent clause when the dependent clause comes first.